3D printing permits companies to make essential
decisions and detect unforeseen design, fit and function flaws very
early in the 3D printing design process.Product partners and
prospective customers are able to understand complicated concepts
faster and easier. Product suppliers and partners are able to
participate earlier in the 3D prototyping developmental process.
Product focus groups see their conceptual models literally overnight.
Sales are closed much earlier, in fact sales are made that likely would
not have been made at all if it were not for the lightning-speed of
rapid 3D printing.
3D Prototype Revisions
3D
printing designers, seeing and touching design prototype changes,
dramatically reduces time to market. Companies that have switched from
handmade prototypes to 3D prototype printing have seen drastic
reductions in cost and creation time from months to a couple weeks!
Companies,
previously outsourcing 3D prototyping projects, are now using
affordable in-house 3D printers. Affordability, speed and size are
crucial factors for implementing in-house 3D prototyping projects.
3D Prototype Functional Use
3D
models can be very strong and flexible. 3D models may be plated,
sanded, or drilled, making them very versatile and useful in the
creative design process.
3D Model Composite Builds
One
of the most significant advantages of 3D printing is the ability to
print in many materials and colors, a multi-build composite.
Previously, this was a lengthy process, manually gluing together
various materials and painting to represent many composite materials.
This was as monumental as the moment in history when inkjet printers
added full-color mode. This 3D design improvement enhances
communication, as it provides a superior understanding final product
production before the commitment to mass production stage, a no-return
expense.
3D Printing Coloring & Labeling
3D
printers enable quick and easy mark up. 3D models can easily be marked
with color or patterns to communicate previous versions, signify parts
or areas that require special application, like drilling or assembly.
Labeling and coloring allows designers to be creative and explain
instructions in the assembly and 3D production process. The design
possibilities are unlimited.
3D Prototypes easily Demonstrate Advantages and Disadvantages
3D
printing provides a means for designers to engage others in the
decision process, clearly showing the pros and cons of various 3D model
design options. Layman, clients, planning deciders and executives
become involved contributors in the 3D design process. Presenting two
or three variations, passing around the 3D models, encourages a lively
and helpful discussion, arriving at the final 3D model product much
faster.
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