Additive manufacturing (AM) is an advanced technology where products are manufactured
by building up thin layers of materials from digitized three-dimensional (3D) designs virtually
constructed using advanced computer-aided design software. This freeform fabrication
enhances dramatically the potential of design, pushing the boundaries of manufacturability.
The aim of this paper was to provide a decision-making framework for the selection of an
effective portfolio of production strategies, including alternative AM and traditional …