The article states, "3D Printing in an industrial setting is often referred to as “additive manufacturing.” As products are ordered online, versatile manufacturing stations controlled by robots will quickly and affordably crank out custom-manufactured products." For more information visit this link.
An example includes Nike to an extent, just imagine cheaper and better! Nike allows customers to design their own shoes online, however, it is costly and takes weeks to arrive. With CAD all companies will be able to customize items and in 3D!
Have you ever used Nike's custom shoe maker? What other companies would you want to use CAD someday?
Yes i have use NIKE custom shoe maker, and and Adidas will be will be a company that will have to adopt the CAD system to stay in competition with NIKE.
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ReplyDeleteSo much of marketing today revolves around customer customization. Im not sure of one person that doesnt enjoy creating their own unique shoes and now even clothing through NIKE ID shop. This is a great avenue that nice has been able to raise the cost of individual products specialized for customization.