Includes bibliographical references and index.

"There is a growing need for manufacturing optimization all over the world, and the immense market of Additive Manufacturing (AM) technologies proves dictates a need for a book that will provide knowledge of the various aspects of AM for anyone interested in learning about this fast growing topic. This book will disseminate knowledge of AM amongst scholars at graduate level, post graduate level, doctoral level, as well as industry personnel. The objective is to offer a state-of-the-art book which covers all aspects of AM and incorporates all information regarding trends, history, principles, limitations and advancements in a one-stop resource"-- Provided by publisher.