3D printing in the context of robotics enables rapid prototyping, adaptation of mechanical components, and their integration with actuator systems.
As part of the integration of robots and 3D printing, we are witnessing the dynamic development of robotic additive manufacturing using multi-axis manipulators. Such solutions allow automation with 3D printing beyond the standard build volumes of conventional printers. Additive manufacturing technologies such as SLS, MJF, SLA, PJ, FDM, and DMLS enable the production of functional end-use components, grippers, housings, and fixtures without the need to launch a traditional machining line.
The application of 3D printing in robotics spans both development phases (e.g., rapid design iteration) and low-volume manufacturing. Automation with 3D printing is becoming increasingly common-robots now handle both assembly and fabrication processes, reducing inventory costs and increasing production flexibility. Robotic technologies supported by additive manufacturing are currently among the key drivers of industrial transformation particularly in sectors that require agile responses to fluctuating production demands.
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