Toys are objects made for a child to play with and explore their surroundings. aid in the physical, emotional, cognitive social development of children. Channapatna toys soft-wood that Channapatna, about 60 km southwest Bangalore. The eco-friendly, non-toxic safe have been recognized as GI tagged commodities. Artisans majorly acquire skills from families who into toy making since generations, o...

Abstract New technologies have always been disruptive for established systems and processes. Additive Manufacturing (AM) is proving to be one such process which has the potential disrupt handicraft its manufacturing AM customisable, adopt multiple materials not restricted by process. Our research discusses this global phenomenon with case studies highlights growth of a new kind professionals kn...