Here is a detailed English-language guide to the professional terminology associated with Rapid Prototyping Tooling (often shortened to Rapid Tooling).

This glossary is organized to follow the logical progression from concept to finished tool.

Rapid Tooling: Professional Terminology (English Version)

Category 1: Core Concepts & Classifications

Category 2: Master Pattern & Processes

Category 3: Direct Tooling Methods & Materials

Category 4: Tooling Design & Features

Category 5: Applications & Validation

This vocabulary provides a solid foundation for discussing strategies for accelerating product development and manufacturing introduction using Rapid Tooling technologies.