The global rise of 3D printing during the COVID-19 pandemic

Nat Rev Mater. 2020;5(9):637-639. doi: 10.1038/s41578-020-00234-3. Epub 2020 Aug 12.

Abstract

3D printing enables on-demand solutions for a wide spectrum of needs ranging from personal protection equipment to medical devices and isolation wards. This versatile technology is suited to address supply-demand imbalances caused by socio-economic trends and disruptions in supply chains.

Keywords: Business and industry; Health care; Mechanical engineering; SARS-CoV-2; Scientific community.