3D printing will become a key technology for the manufacturing industry. The next goal is the commercialization of 3D printing. In future, the 3D-printed components should not cost more than the casting or injection molding. For small quantities, e.g. for prototypes, this is already the case today. Also, the printed components should be able to carry technical and static functions which of-course requires material performance too. Today, the load-bearing components made of titanium, ceramics or...
