Mahapatra, R.K.Kaliyath, Y.Shet, N.S.V.Satapathi, G.S.Mahapatro, S.R.Lakshmu Naidu, M.L.2026-02-0620242nd International Conference on Intelligent Cyber Physical Systems and Internet of Things, ICoICI 2024 - Proceedings, 2024, Vol., , p. 528-532https://doi.org/10.1109/ICoICI62503.2024.10696498https://idr.nitk.ac.in/handle/123456789/28873The process of digital fabrication, commonly known as 3D printing, involves gradually adding materials to a geometric representation to produce actual items. The advantages of 3D printing for industrial use include little material waste, simple manufacturing, minimal human participation, minimal post-processing, and energy efficiency. In this study, we provide insights on the development of 3D printing, its history, current state, uses, and potential future directions. There is a detailed explanation of various materials that work with each sort of 3D printing procedure. © 2024 IEEE.3D printingFDMFilament