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Hybrid education and training approaches enabling workforce development in additive manufacturing

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Additive Manufacturing (AM) has gained wide attention in the past two decades and emerged as a significant method in the manufacturing sector. Advancements in AM have enhanced productivity, reduced lead times, and improved part quality while maintaining cost-effectiveness. Despite advancements in materials, technologies, and parameter optimization, the widespread AM adoption is limited by a lack of skilled workforce. This research presents a hybrid learning approach to address this gap through curricula and hands-on training. The proposed framework includes hybrid educational and training approaches in polymer-based FFF, SLA, SLS, and Metal FFF technologies toward the development of a workforce skilled in AM

Source: Manufacturing Letters

DOI: 10.1016/j.mfglet.2025.10.007

Authors: Abhishek Singh, Pinyi Wu, Bhavana Komaraju, Chinedum E. Okwudire, Mihaela Banu

Institution: University of Michigan

Language: English

Topic: Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies

Subfield: Automotive Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Quality education

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,000