Utilization of 3D Printing Technology: A Case Study of UAE

Abstract

The 3D technology has many benefits in several fields including mhealthcare and engineering, automobiles, and space. The purpose of this research is to identify factors that influence the future utilization of 3D printing technology in the manufacturing and industrial sectors of Abu Dhabi. The research approach focuses on different demographic, economic and technological factors that may affect the acceptability of this technology in Abu Dhabi. The methodology of this research is to review earlier results in this fild from several academic journals and conference proceeding. We have also used quantitative research method for this study. Survey questions were designed to collect first-hand information from different manufacturing organizations working in the industrial sector of Abu Dhabi. We have analysed the survey results and discussed findings from the analysis. As a result, the we conclude that 3D printing technology has the strong probability to replace traditional manufacturing methods because of different technological and economic factors. This technology has the ability to produce rapid prototypes, provide ease of operations, produce high quality products, and has negligible procurement needs, and lesser delivery and shipment costs. On the negative side, we have found that, while the 3D has tremendous advantages, the technology is associated with high cost. The findings of this study have implications for manufacturers, government, and local and foreign investors. The results of this study also provide future directions to identify other factors that might influence this acceptance of this technology in the manufacturing and industrial sectors of Abu Dhabi.