This open access book gives both a theoretical and practical overview of several important
aspects of additive manufacturing (AM). It is written in an educative style to enable the
reader to understand and apply the material. It begins with an introduction to AM technologies
and the general workflow as well as an overview of the current standards within AM. In the
following chapter a more in-depth description is given of design optimization and simulation
for AM in polymers and metals including practical guidelines for topology optimization and the
use of lattice structures. Special attention is also given to the economics of AM and when the
technology offers a benefit compared to conventional manufacturing processes. This is followed
by a chapter with practical insights into how AM materials and processing parameters are
developed for both material extrusion and powder bed fusion. The final chapter describes
functionally graded AM in various materials and technologies. Throughout the book a large
number of industrial applications are described to exemplify the benefits of AM.
