An Overview of Additive Manufacturing of Polymers and Associated Composites
Shukantu Dev Nath, Sabrina Nilufar
Abstract
Additive manufacturing is rapidly evolving and opening new possibilities for many industries. This article gives an overview of the current status of additive manufacturing with polymers and polymer composites. Various types of reinforcements in polymers and architectured cellular material printing including the auxetic metamaterials and the triply periodic minimal surface structures are discussed. Finally, applications, current challenges, and future directions are highlighted here.
Topics & Concepts
AuxeticsMaterials sciencePolymer3D printingComposite materialMetamaterialCurrent (fluid)EngineeringOptoelectronicsElectrical engineeringAdditive Manufacturing and 3D Printing TechnologiesAdvanced Materials and MechanicsInnovations in Concrete and Construction Materials