Just finished diving into this book for my latest 3D printing project, and wow – it’s like having a mentor on your desk.

The way it breaks down design requirements is *chef’s kiss*. No fluff, just clear bullet points showing exactly what specs matter for different AM technologies. Saved me from a costly mistake when designing lattice structures!

What surprised me? The ‘Technology Comparison’ charts. Side-by-side breakdowns of FDM vs. SLS vs. binder jetting with real-world tradeoffs (cost vs. resolution vs. material options). Highlighted half the pages in this section!

Pro tip: Keep sticky notes handy. You’ll want to flag the case studies – especially the medical implant chapter showing how tolerances change post-processing.

One gripe? The powder bed fusion section could use more troubleshooting examples. Had to cross-reference with online forums when my sintered parts kept warping.

Bottom line: If you’re actually building AM parts (not just theorizing), this is your new bible. Dog-eared my copy within a week.