About this Research Topic
Additive manufacturing (AM), commonly referred to as 3D printing, represents a transformative approach to manufacturing that has revolutionized the production landscape across numerous industries. Unlike traditional subtractive manufacturing methods, which involve cutting away material from a solid block, additive manufacturing builds objects layer by layer from a digital model. This innovation not only enhances design freedom but also reduces waste, minimizes material costs, and streamlines supply chains.
Recent advancements in additive manufacturing have significantly enhanced its capabilities. Innovations such as multi-material printing, increased printing speed, and improved resolution have broadened the scope of applications. The integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning has also enabled smarter design processes, optimizing for performance and material efficiency. Furthermore, the development of advanced materials and underlying chemistry, has expanded the range of products that can be efficiently manufactured.
To gather further insights within this dynamic field, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
• Functional Coatings and Surface Treatments
• Synthesis of Novel Photopolymers
• Material Development for Additive Manufacturing
• Metallic Materials in Additive Manufacturing
• Nanomaterials in Additive Manufacturing
• Bio-Printing and Tissue Engineering
• Additive Manufacturing for Chemical Synthesis and Catalysis
• Environmental Chemistry and Sustainability in AM
• Computational Chemistry in Material Design for AM
Recent advancements in additive manufacturing have significantly enhanced its capabilities. Innovations such as multi-material printing, increased printing speed, and improved resolution have broadened the scope of applications. The integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning has also enabled smarter design processes, optimizing for performance and material efficiency. Furthermore, the development of advanced materials and underlying chemistry, has expanded the range of products that can be efficiently manufactured.
To gather further insights within this dynamic field, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
• Functional Coatings and Surface Treatments
• Synthesis of Novel Photopolymers
• Material Development for Additive Manufacturing
• Metallic Materials in Additive Manufacturing
• Nanomaterials in Additive Manufacturing
• Bio-Printing and Tissue Engineering
• Additive Manufacturing for Chemical Synthesis and Catalysis
• Environmental Chemistry and Sustainability in AM
• Computational Chemistry in Material Design for AM
Keywords: Steolithography, Robocasting, Slective Laser Melting, Digital Light Processing, Structural-Performance
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