Additive manufacturing, also known as 3-D printing, is changing the way many industries operate. In the following video, Fool analyst Rex Moore explains why patent expirations are fueling heavy growth in 3-D printing, and what it means for the future of this technology.
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What's the Future of 3-D Printing?
Patent expirations are driving growth.
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