Workability of industrial products obtained by fully additive technologies

Methods for evaluating workability of industrial products obtained by fully additive technologies are viewed. The study of the concept of workability and applicability of existing developments for additive manufacturing is being analyzed. Qualitative approach and quantitative aspect are used simultaneously for evaluating the workability. The qualitative aspect is based on experience and recommendations, but requires adaptation to the specifics of additive technologies. A quantitative approach through the determination of workability coefficients is preferable, as it allows managing of the production process and is quickly adaptable to changes. Various quantitative evaluation techniques of workability, developed by domestic and foreign authors, have been analyzed. It is concluded that flexible ways require additional adaptation to the specific characteristics and capabilities of additive manufacturing, such as the creation of complex geometric structures, optimization in terms of weight and material consumption. The need for a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach to the development of a workability evaluation concept, taking into account the economic, environmental and technical factors of additive technologies, is emphasized. This will increase production efficiency, reduce costs and risks when launching new products.