Applications of 3d printing in industrial design: advances, materials, and sustainability
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https://doi.org/10.55892/jrg.v8i19.2304Keywords:
3D Printing; Industrial Design; Additive Manufacturing; Sustainability; Advanced Materials.Abstract
3D printing, or additive manufacturing, has established itself as a transformative technology in industrial design, offering new possibilities in prototyping, mass customization, and sustainable development. This study presents a narrative literature review that analyzes the main technological advances, the materials employed, and the environmental implications of 3D printing within the context of industrial design. A total of 38 scientific articles published between 2015 and 2024 were selected from the Scopus, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar databases. The findings indicate that this technology has driven innovation in design and production processes, particularly through the use of advanced software, generative algorithms, and integration with emerging digital technologies. The diversity of materials, including polymers, metals, ceramics, and composites, expands the range of applications, although technical, regulatory, and economic challenges still limit its large-scale adoption. From an environmental perspective, 3D printing stands out for reducing waste and enabling practices aligned with the circular economy. However, further development of regulatory frameworks and robust life cycle assessments is needed. It is concluded that 3D printing represents a paradigm shift in industrial design, with significant potential for sustainable innovation and future advances toward more efficient and integrated models.
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