Assessing Technology: 4D Printing In this assignment, you will discuss perspecti

Assessing Technology: 4D Printing
In this assignment, you will discuss perspectives on assessing and managing emerging technologies as applied to state-of-the-art developments in additive manufacture, with a focus on 4D printing. Using the emerging technology of 4D printing, you will apply the concepts from your Week 1 readings to explore some key issues that an organization would need to tackle when considering the adoption of an emerging technology.
Tasks:
Read the following: **4D Printing – Revolution or Fad? ** (down below information on references)
On the basis of your reading, answer the following questions:
How might 4D printing technology develop in the near future? What scenarios can be envisioned?
How quickly might the technology develop?
What changes would suppliers and customers have to make to adopt the technology?
What breakthroughs are needed in the technology?
What complementary technologies or market changes could accelerate or delay its progress?
What competitive technologies might surpass it?
What are the risks of waiting to adopt the technology?
What are some creative ways to develop strategic options to stay in the game without fully committing to the technology?
What is the worst-case scenario for an established business contemplating adoption of the technology? Who would get hurt most if the worst case occurred?
Answer question in essay form and APA format – with reference page on the 2 readings listed below:
If have opinions make sure you can support your thoughts in English college format.
Weekly Reading – Tidd, J., & Bessant, J. R. (2020). Managing Innovation: Integrating Technological, Market and Organizational Change, Enhanced Edition (7th ed.). Wiley. ISBN: 9781119713302 Chapter 1 – Innovation – What It Is and Why It Matters
Chapter 3 – Innovation as a Core Business Process
References
Pei, E. (2014). 4D printing – revolution or fad? Assembly Automation, 34(2), 123–127. https://doi-org.su.idm.oclc.org/10.1108/AA-02-2014… Authors: Pei, Eujin
Source: Assembly Automation. 2014, Vol. 34 Issue 2, p123-127. 5p.
Document Type: Article
Subject Terms:
*Rapid prototyping
*Automation
Three-dimensional printing
Kinematics of machinery
Biomimetic materials
Smart materials
Author-Supplied Keywords:
4D printing
Additive manufacturing
Design for assembly
Modular automation
Rapid manufacturing
Abstract:
Purpose – This feature article aims to review state-of-the-art developments in additive manufacture, in particular, 4D printing. It discusses what it is, what research has been carried out and maps potential applications and its future impact. Design/methodology/approach – The article first defines additive manufacturing technologies and goes on to describe the state-of-the-art. Following which the paper examines several case studies and maps a trend that shows an emergence of 4D printing. Findings – The case studies highlight a particular specialization within additive manufacture where the use of adaptive, biomimetic composites can be programmed to reshape, or have embedded properties or functionality that transform themselves when subjected to external stimuli. Originality/value – This paper discusses the state-of-the-art of additive manufacture, discussing strategies that can be used to reduce the print process (such as through kinematics); and the use of smart materials where parts adapt themselves in response to the surrounding environment supporting the notion of self-assemblies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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