Fabricación aditiva por R. Ian Campbell

Prólogo Manual Springer

Having worked as a researcher in Additive Manufacturing (AM) for the best part of three decades, I have seen many books on AM being launched to varying degrees of success. Some have been written from an educational viewpoint, others have been targeted at industry, while some have focused on specific AM technologies or materials. This book is called a handbook because it is intended to be a trusted companion for anyone who wishes to make effective use of AM. Each section covers a particular aspect of AM and the seven sections combine to provide a truly comprehensive coverage of the entire AM ecosystem.

The introduction covers economic. logistical and managerial aspects of using AM. Whether the reader is studying AM in college or seeking to adopt AM in an industrial environment, all the required information and knowledge they need is provided in a logical order. Whilst the section clearly presents the substantial benefits of AM, it also covers the more problematic topics such as the impact of AM on intellectual property rights or the limitations of the technology. It finishes with a forward-looking glimpse into how AM is likely to impact manufacturing in the future.

As a designer myself, I am particularly