As the ability to make functional devices continues to develop by 3D printing, so does the disruptive nature of this capability to the manufacturing sector. Recently manufacturing has been dominated by economic forces of low cost land and access to work forces. The US has seen many areas of manufacturing relocate where it can take advantage of these forces. However, as 3D printing begins to be able to manufacture an increasing amount of functional devices at the locations of the printer. These dominating economic forces will shift from 3D printing centers to our offices and homes. The potential of these advances and how they are currently impacting the ability of start-up companies in the entrepreneurial efforts will be the discussed.

Disruptive potential for 3D printing in advanced manufacturing

248th National Meeting (2014)

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