As a first step of applying additive manufacturing (AM) technology, plastic prototypes have been produced\nusing various AM Process such as Fusion Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography (SLA) and other\nprocesses. After more research and development, AM has become capable of producing complex net shaped in materials\nwhich can be used in applicable parts. These materials include metals, ceramics, and composites. Polymers and\nmetals are considered as commercially available materials for AM processes; however, ceramics and composites are\nstill considered under research and development. In this study, a literature review on design for AM of composite\nmaterials and potential alloys is discussed. It is investigated that polymer matrix, ceramic matrix, metal matrix,\nand fiber reinforced are most common composites through AM. Furthermore, Functionally Graded Materials\n(FGM) is considered as an effective application of AM because AM offers the ability to control the composition\nand optimize the properties of the built part. An example of FGM through using AM technology is the missile nose\ncone which includes an ultra-high temperature ceramic graded to a refractory metal from outside to inside and it used\nfor sustaining extreme external temperatures. During this work, different applications of AM on different classifications\nof composite materials are shown through studying of industrial objective, the importance of application,\nprocessing, results and future challenges.
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