The field of additive manufacturing (AM) has witnessed explosive growth and transformation in recent years, and 3D printing technicians have played a pivotal role in this journey. This article presents a comprehensive account of what it’s like to work in this position

I have been entranced with 3D printing since 2014, when I was just 14 years old. Ever since I learned about this technology, I have wondered if we could eventually make accouterments. Fast forward to December 2016 and adidas was announcing a limited-edition shoe with a 3D printed midsole. Ever since then, I wanted to get my hands on a pair...