Additive manufacturing in aerospace is growing

Research and Markets recently published a study of the additive manufacturing market applied to the aerospace sector; the consulting firm announces a growth rate of 23.01% between 2017 and 2021. A forecast that shows the full potential of 3D technologies in the aerospace sector as well as many other possible applications today.

Additive manufacturing in aerospace have been happening for some time now with many applications. Covering everything from the creation of aircraft or helicopter parts, making lighter and more efficient engines, 3D printed turbines etc. 3D technologies generally save on time, money and create stronger, more efficient finished products. The Research and Markets study confirms this idea. In terms of additive manufacturing disrupting aerospace and it being widely praised by many players as they announce the possible growth rate of 23.01% between 2017 and 2021.

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The aerospace sector should combine additive manufacturing and traditional methods

The report have been produced with the help of several industry experts. It covers the entire market and its growth prospects over the next few years. One of the trends revealed by this report indicates that the market should increasingly combine additive manufacturing and traditional manufacturing. 3D printing would be more involved in the product development phase by providing the ability to create functional prototypes or molds in a faster and more cost effective manner.