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Author Chin, Kwai-Sang. Institution City Univ of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Source International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology. v 14 n 8 1998. p 570-579.
Abstract Rapid Prototyping (RP) is a technology for rapid computerized building of 3D physical parts. It can be defined as an automated and patternless process which allows solid physical parts to be made directly from computer data in a short time. RP acts as the `manufacturing middle' to link up the computer-aided design (CAD) process and manufacturing processes. It includes the making of prototypes for design verification and even the making of tooling for production. With the trend towards concurrent engineering and the widespread use of CAD, RP has quickly become a booming business in the past few years. This paper presents an overview of the implementation of RP technology in Hong Kong and the critical decision factors in implementing RP in the Hong Kong manufacturing industry. (Auth abstract) [References: 20] XX