7. Discussion and conclusions
The use of 3D printing makes it possible to produce geometries with good dimensional control, low weight and material savings. There are few limits to the level of complexity of the part to be produced, as many shapes are difficult or impossible to produce using traditional methods such as casting technology. This is why 3D printing is today the technology best suited to meet the need for patient-specific treatment demanded by healthcare professionals, thanks to the customizability and reproducibility of the parts manufactured.
The digital chain of additive manufacturing is simplified compared to conventional manufacturing methods. The time between design and production is considerably reduced, since in the manufacturing stages there is only software and a single final machine, resulting in a reduction in manpower.
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Standards and norms
- D11 Committee: Test Method for Rubber Property – Durometer Hardness, ASTM International - ASTM - 2017
- Standard Specification for Wrought Titanium-6 Aluminum-4 Vanadium ELI (Extra Low Interstitial) Alloy for Surgical Implant Applications (UNSR56041), ASTM International - ASTM F136-08 - 2014
- Standard Specification for Wrought 18Chromium-14Nickel-2.5Molybdenum Stainless Steel Bar and Wire for Surgical Implants...
Regulations
EU 2017/745 – Regulation (EU) 2017/745 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 April 2017 concerning medical devices, amending Directive 2001/83/EC, Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 and Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 and repealing Council Directives 90/385/EEC and 93/42/EEC (2017)
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3D Systems – Laser melting machines on metal powder bed http://www.3dsystems.com/
Altair – Software for numerical simulation and topological optimization (SolidThinking Inspire ® )
Statistical and economic data
Gartner Predicts 2019 https://www.gartner.com/
International Data Corporation (IDC) http://www.idc.com/
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