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Additive manufacturing stands out in the academic and professional scene due to material reduction and time savings. Despite this, it faces challenges common to technological advances. This review analyzes the current state of additive manufacturing, proposing solutions to its challenges. Addressing additive manufacturing, circular economy and product life cycle, the review covers all stages of the product generated by this technology. Results indicate promising solutions and concerns, such as gas emissions in 3D printing and the environmental impact of different materials. The relevance of research and dissemination for deciding on the use of additive manufacturing in various contexts is highlighted.
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Terra et al. (2024) studied this question.