Additive Manufacturing Education in the UK

Abstract

There has been and continues to be a considerable effort regarding education for Additive Manufacturing (AM) in the UK. This generally started in 1992 with a seminar organised by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and an industrial exhibition stand at Mach 92. However, before the education activities are discussed it is useful to show the AM research landscape in the UK as this will give an indication of the level of activity It should be noted that there will also be a considerable number of organisations involved in using AM but not involved in research.