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Additive Manufacturing and Advancement in Prototyping Development: A Review

Haruna Mohammed Shehu Okpanachi George Echiye Alapa Frederick Ahmed El- Mansur Adikankwu Henry Musa Dika

Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology  ·  Area of research: Engineering

DOI: 10.64388/IREV9I5-1712111

Abstract

Additive manufacturing (AM) has revolutionized the field of prototyping, enabling rapid, flexible, and cost-effective production of complex components and products. This paper explores the advancements in AM technologies and their impact on prototyping, highlighting the benefits of reduced lead times, increased design freedom, and improved product quality. We discuss the current state of AM in Nigeria, its applications in various industries, and the opportunities for innovation and growth. The paper also identifies challenges and future directions for AM adoption in Nigeria, including the need for infrastructure development, skills training, and industry-academia collaboration.

Keywords

Additive manufacturing, 3D printing, prototyping, rapid prototyping, Nigeria.

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Haruna Mohammed Shehu, Okpanachi George Echiye, Alapa Frederick, Ahmed El- Mansur, Adikankwu Henry; Musa Dika "Additive Manufacturing and Advancement in Prototyping Development: A Review" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 9 Issue 5 2025 Page 1331-1333 https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I5-1712111
Haruna Mohammed Shehu, Okpanachi George Echiye, Alapa Frederick, Ahmed El- Mansur, Adikankwu Henry; Musa Dika "Additive Manufacturing and Advancement in Prototyping Development: A Review" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, vol. 9, no. 5, Nov. 2025, doi: https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I5-1712111
Haruna Mohammed Shehu, Okpanachi George Echiye, Alapa Frederick, Ahmed El- Mansur, Adikankwu Henry; Musa Dika (2025). Additive Manufacturing and Advancement in Prototyping Development: A Review. Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 9(5). doi: https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I5-1712111
Haruna Mohammed Shehu, Okpanachi George Echiye, Alapa Frederick, Ahmed El- Mansur, Adikankwu Henry; Musa Dika "Additive Manufacturing and Advancement in Prototyping Development: A Review" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, vol. 9, no. 5, Nov. 2025. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I5-1712111
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