Analytical Hierarchy Process-Based Selection of Additive Manufacturing Processes
摘要
To address the challenges in modern product development, the case industry must identify the most effective process for additive manufacturing. In product design, selecting the right method involves evaluating alternatives based on various criteria, which can be challenging when these criteria are difficult to quantify. This paper employs a Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) approach, specifically the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP), to determine the optimal process among selective laser sintering, fused deposition modeling, direct metal laser sintering, 3D printing, and stereolithography. The AHP model is structured with 10 criteria and 5 processes aligned with a pre-defined objective. AHP helps identify the process with the greatest impact on achieving this objective. The findings of this study provide valuable insights for process leaders in the manufacturing industry.