3D Printing: The Revolution in Personalized Manufacturing

Gr 9 Up—As more libraries and schools create maker spaces and gain access to 3-D printers, titles such as Koch's will be in demand. This volume provides a brief history of the manufacturing method and of the first developers to innovate the process, and how 3-D printing has advanced over time. Problems with the technology are also covered, from copyright infringement and criminal activity to pollution and sustainability. The scope of the content is expansive; however, the text is dense and may wear out readers. There are not many images, but photos of the creators and some of the final products, such as prosthetics and clothing, help visually break up the text blocks. Keeping track of acronyms for each category of 3-D printing, the necessary software, and the types of materials used can cause some confusion. Those looking for how-to tips can peruse the bibliography and source notes located in the back matter for potential leads.