Abstract
Each rapid prototy** (RP) process has its special and unique advantages and disadvantages. The paper presents a state-of-the-art study of RP technologies and classifies broadly all the different types of rapid prototy** methods. Subsequently, the fundamental principles and technological limitations of different methods of RP are closely examined. A comparison of the present and ultimate performance of the rapid prototy** processes is made so as to highlight the possibility of future improvements for a new generation of RP systems.
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Chua, C.K., Chou, S.M. & Wong, T.S. A study of the state-of-the-art rapid prototy** technologies. Int J Adv Manuf Technol 14, 146–152 (1998). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01322222
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