3D printers are among the most impressive devices offered by technology. These devices, which enable the vast area reached by the imagination to become tangible, are becoming widespread and affecting many sectors each and every day. 3D printers, which have an important potential resource, are also called as the “modern version of the industrial revolution”. With this technology, where digital data can be converted into products and products can be converted into data, the opportunity to manufacture the desired product in the desired place is ensured. The designs, which will affect many sectors from retail to health, or automotive to energy, will radically change the world of new technologies. 3D printers, which manufacture products by using different techniques than conventional manufacturing methods, work by reaching the product and printing on multiple layers after processing raw materials like powder or liquid instead of cutting them. Supported by computer software, objects that can be scaled back can be manufactured in three dimensions. In general, it is possible to realize most of the ideas that come to mind with 3D printers, where plastic and metal are the main materials.
Aviation
The aviation sector, which accounts for a significant part of the market share for the 3D printer sector, enables important steps to be taken in the production of difficult-to-manufacture and expensive parts. It enables the manufacture of lighter and more robust products by generating geometric shapes that were previously impossible to generate. In the aviation industry, the fact that airplanes are manufactured using lightweight materials also saves fuel. It is expected that all the parts will be manufactured with 3D printers, which will make the airplanes more profitable and reduce the ticket prices.
Health
With 3D printer technology, orthodontic prostheses are starting to be manufactured as customized to different individuals. There are also developments in the field of oral and dental health, such as the manufacture of custom teeth. Manufacturing synthetic skulls or bones specifically for diseases in the bio-medical and skeletal systems is also possible. 3D printers, which are widely used in the field of aesthetic surgery, allow for manufacturing structures to replace deep injuries or damaged cartilage tissues that may occur on the face after accidents. With these new technologies, it will also be possible to use the medical pieces to get training on surgical interventions that will be performed on the human body before surgery. The fact that new researches are being conducted on tissue production is one of the important developments in the field of health.
In the electronics industry, 3D printers are usually used to increase overall product quality and added value.
Houses
Project models are the first area of use of 3D printers in the architectural field. Project models, which have an important place as part of the project presentations, can now be produced in three dimensions. In the Netherlands, an 8-meter bridge for bicycles was assembled piece by piece on site. This bridge, which is also strong enough to carry 40 trucks, is an example of how architectural production areas can be developed with 3D printers. There are also many houses made with these printer technologies in various regions of the world. Houses that is both low cost and can be made in a shorter time will become a savior in countries affected by natural disasters.
Automotive
Major brands such as Audi, Honda, Ford and Mini Cooper are also using 3D printed parts when manufacturing their cars. Parts made of higher performance and lighter materials are among the important aspects for the automotive industry. Using 3D printers in the production of channeled, hollow and curved materials between car parts enables easier manufacturing. The fact that printers use high temperature resistant materials in production is also an important point for the automotive industry. While major brands further improve their spare parts manufacturing via these printers, they also offer a cost advantage. 3D printers, which are also used in the customization of vehicles, manage to satisfy consumers with “limited edition” logos.
Electronics – Machinery
In the electronics industry, 3D printers are usually used to increase overall product quality and added value. They are also widely used in the electronics industry to design and manufacture the demanded functional and spare parts. It is believed that clothing and textile machines will also lead fashion with further development of 3D printers. It is also expected that custom designs will stand out for all technological devices.
