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Breakthrough Technology: 3D Printing

Adapted from the Financial Times
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3D printing is a new technology, which promises to transform manufacturing in the next decade.
Its a way to produce complicated shapes in a highly personalised way in industries ranging from
aerospace to medical equipment. Probably its most prominent proponent is Abe Reichental, a
former Israeli air-force technician, who is now Chief Executive of US based 3D Systems, one of the
biggest makers of 3D printing machines.
QUESTIONS
1. Which industries will use 3D printing technology in the future?
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2. What will 3D printing change in the future?
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3. Where will 3D printing machines be used?
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4. What is the price of a 3D printing machine?
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5. What is the process of making a napkin holder? Put the steps in order.
___ it feeds each layer through the cartridge!
___ it deposits itself on top of each layer
___ it slices it into thin layers
___ it takes a digital design
6. How long is the process of printing this napkin holder?
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7. Whats the price of the chess game piece that they printed?
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8. In which production phases is 3D printing used the most?
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8. What type of companies can use 3D printing in the future?
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9. What are the limitations of 3D printing?
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10. According to Mister Abe Reichental, how will the annual sales of 3D printing machines
change in the next ten years?
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11. What are the main advantages of 3D printing?
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