An Overview of Extensive Analysis of 3D Printing Applications in the Manufacturing Sector

Table 1

Manufacturing materials’ properties, merits, and demerits and their application.

Materials	Properties	Advantage	Disadvantage	Application
Metals	Higher mechanical qualities	Their melting points are greater	They are costlier	Applicable in smart structures
Ceramics	Heat resistance, suitable thermal conductivity, chemical and physical stability, strength, and hardness	Relatively lightweight	Low tensile strength	Foundry and forging industries
Composites	Excellent modulus, minimal density, outstanding fatigue resistance, etc.	Greater strength-to-weight ratio	Rising expenses for raw materials	Construction industry
Polymers	Excellent heat conductivity and sticky tack	They combine several features into one	Mechanical strength is low	Paper industry