3D PRINTING OF ROBOTIC ARM: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW
Abstract
This systematic review sought to analyze the trends and challenges of using 3D printing to produce robotic arms. The initial search found 11,930 studies. Using a protocol organized in the StArt program, these studies were filtered, resulting in 30 articles that met the defined criteria. The research revealed that additive manufacturing is widely used in robotics, but the creation of complete robotic arms is rare, with a greater focus on the development of individual parts. The most frequently used materials were polymers such as PLA and ABS, selected for their low cost and ease of printing, and are generally associated with educational environments and rapid prototyping. The results suggest the need for broader studies with the potential to stimulate technological, educational, and sustainable advances, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, such as SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure).
Author Biographies
UNESP – Universidade Estadual Paulista “Júlio de Mesquita Filho”.
UNESP – Universidade Estadual Paulista “Júlio de Mesquita Filho”.
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