Rapid Prototyping

 

Rapid prototyping, as the name suggests, is producing a prototype quickly and efficiently. It is a group of techniques used to quickly fabricate a scale model of a physical part or assembly using three-dimensional computer aided design data. Construction of the part or assembly is usually done using 3D printing or "additive layer manufacturing" technology

rapid prototyping and 3d printing

Advantages of rapid prototyping

  • Reduced design & development time

  • Reduced overall product development cost

  • Elimination or reduction of risk

  • Allows functionality testing

  • Improved and increased user involvement

  • Ability to evaluate human factors and ergonomics