A survey on the 3D printing technology readiness to use

Abstract

3D printing technology redesigns the production chain and contributes to the production of customised products, or products with specific characteristics. The evolution of this production technology and its various applications improve our daily life and lead to important changes in economic and social level. The aim of this dissertation is to examine the attitude of people towards 3D printing technological innovation and their intention to use it at their workplace. A new conceptual model has been designed and empirically tested using primary data collected using a structured questionnaire. The sample consists of 258 respondents from a number of European countries. The findings highlight the importance of perceived usefulness, output usability, compatibility and attitude towards understanding respondents’ intention to use 3D printing technology.

Keywords:

• 3D printing technology
• technology acceptance models
• attitude
• output usability
• perceived ease of use
• perceived usefulness

JEL classification codes:

• O14
• O32
• O33
• C31
• C83