Table 6

Analysis of the potential of 3DP in cultural heritage rehabilitation

Strengths
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    Low cost

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    Greater production time

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    Custom design

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    Taylor-made pieces

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    Good material finishing

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    Absence of moulds/scaffoldings

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    Reduction of manpower necessity

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    Higher accuracy of printed pieces

Challenges
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    Equipment price (for 3D scanning and 3DP)

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    Software upgrade

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    Integration of 3D scanning methods with 3D printers

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    Adjustment of current 3D printers

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    Technical expertise of manpower (to operate new software and equipment)

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    Ethical implications

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    Identity preservation

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    Compatibility with existent structures

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    Non-occurrence of anomalies over reconstructed elements

Opportunities
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    Development of new mixtures

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    Use of recycled materials

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    No need for specialised technicians

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    Life extension of cultural heritage elements

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