3D-Printed Weapons: How Additive Manufacturing Is Reshaping Warfare and Global Security

Introduction: Additive Manufacturing and the Security Paradigm Additive manufacturing, more commonly known as 3D printing, has evolved from a niche prototyping tool into a transformative industrial capability. While its benefits in medicine, aerospace, and consumer goods are celebrated, its darker potential is drawing increasing attention from military planners and security agencies. The ability to manufacture…