Rapid Prototyping Journal concentrates on development in a manufacturing environment but covers applications in other areas, such as medicine and construction. All papers published in this field are scattered over a wide range of international publications, none of which actually specializes in this particular discipline, this journal is a vital resource for anyone involved in additive manufacturing. It draws together important refereed papers on all aspects of AM from distinguished sources all over the world, to give a truly international perspective on this dynamic and exciting area.-Benchmarking – certification and qualification in AM-Mass customisation in AM-Design for AM-Materials aspects-Reviews of processes/applications-CAD and other software aspects-Enhancement of existing processes-Integration with design process-Management implications-New AM processes-Novel applications of AM parts-AM for tooling-Medical applications-Reverse engineering in relation to AM-Additive & Subtractive hybrid manufacturing-Industrialisation