Exploring the Integration of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Metal Additive Manufacturing

Additive manufacturing (AM) and artificial intelligence (AI) are both disruptive emerging technologies. while AI has permeated various aspects of our lives, its full potential in the realm of AM has yet to be fully explored. With its abundance of data and digital nature, AM presents significant opportunities for advancements in machine learning (ML) and consequently AI. This article offers a perspective on the applications of ML and AI in AM, particularly in powder bed AM technology. It discusses the various types and sources of data, potential variations in experimental and simulation data, and the suitability of these data for ML algorithms. Moreover, it presents novel ideas on how the integration of these two transformative technologies can profoundly impact the application of AM across diverse fields. Finally, it outlines a vision for the future direction of AM to fully harness the advantages of AI.