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Three Dimensional Printing: An Introduction for Information Professionals

Authors:
Julie Marcoux
Kenneth-Roy Bonin

Keywords: 3D printing; three dimensional printing; additive fabrication; digital fabrication; rapid prototyping.

Abstract:
Advanced by some as the next great emerging technology to enjoy overwhelming market penetration, three dimensional (3D) printing could have significant information implications, notwithstanding limited coverage in the information science literature. This review of complementary material from other sources provides the introductory definitions, technical descriptions and indications of future developments relevant to information professionals.

Pages: 54 to 58

Copyright: Copyright (c) IARIA, 2012

Publication date: January 30, 2012

Published in: conference

ISSN: 2308-3956

ISBN: 978-1-61208-176-2

Location: Valencia, Spain

Dates: from January 30, 2012 to February 4, 2012