Additive Technologies for Medicine, Pharmacy, and Chemical Industry: Applications and Outlook

The article discusses the main methods and technologies of three-dimensional printing. The basic principles are presented for technologies that are implemented in powder, polymerization, and extrusion methods of additive manufacturing. The main applications of additive technologies in medicine, pharmacy, and chemical engineering are considered. Based on the review made, conclusions were drawn about the existing problems and limitations that do not allow the integration of additive processes into industry. In addition, the prospects for the development of additive technologies in these applications are considered.