According to an analysis by Triton Market Research, the 4D printing market in North America is likely to augment at a CAGR of 28.85% over the forthcoming period between 2019 and 2028.
The countries evaluated in the North American 4D printing market are:
• Canada
• The United States
In the United States, researchers have made substantial progress in the application of 4D printing related to the healthcare industry. For example, the scientists at MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) have developed a 4D shape-shifting material, that is able to morph into a human face. This material is also known as active origami, which is designed to change their shape as per the changes in the environment, like temperature and humidity.
Besides, the implantation of silicone breast implants, which is one of the most popular procedures, reportedly causes different autoimmune diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma and lupus. 4D printed implants can be used to overcome these side-effects. This indicates immense opportunities for the 4D printing market growth in the healthcare industry.
The 4D printing market in Canada is experiencing steady growth due to the growth of Industry 4.0. Canadian companies are increasingly focusing on seizing the opportunities created by the digital revolution. In 2018, researchers at Concordia University, Canada, made an impressive breakthrough in the field of 4D printing. This technique allows objects to be 3D printed in a way such that it can undergo future transformations after printing, with respect to any environmental stimulus. This increasing adoption is estimated to raise the demand for 4D printing in the country, thereby pushing the growth of the studied market in Canada.
EnvisionTEC is a leading global company that provides 3D printing solutions for the manufacturing of customized products. The company has developed and launched 3D print solutions, including 3D print materials, printers and replacement parts., The company serves diverse sectors like hearing aids, jewelry, auto manufacturing, dental and design companies. It has its headquarters in Dearborn, the US.
A few names in the 4D printing market are CT CoreTechnologie Group, Autodesk Inc, ExOne, EnvisionTEC Inc, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP, Stratasys Ltd, Organovo Holdings Inc and Arc Centre of Excellence for Electromaterials Science (ACES).