Polymers for Advanced Technologies,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
35(2)
Published: Feb. 1, 2024
Abstract
Metamaterials
are
specifically
designed
materials
that
possess
unique
properties
cannot
be
found
in
naturally
occurring
substances.
These
remarkable
have
the
capability
to
bring
about
a
significant
transformation
across
wide
range
of
industries.
Auxetic
structures
recent
area
research
distinctive
characteristic
known
as
negative
Poisson's
ratio.
Unlike
conventional
contract
when
stretched,
auxetic
actually
expand
two
dimensions.
In
this
study,
new
structure
was
introduced,
and
thermoplastic
polyurethane
samples
were
3D
printed
using
fused
filament
fabrication
method.
The
then
subjected
strains
ranging
from
5%
50%
ratios
measured
both
experimentally
numerically
finite
element
method
Ansys
software.
By
comparing
results
experimental
simulation,
it
is
evident
applying
within
causes
ratio
change
−0.81
−0.14
showed
newly
introduced
auxetic.
According
analysis
root
mean
square
error,
hexagonal
mesh
with
size
0.7
mm
consistently
produced
most
accurate
results,
aligning
closely
sample.
Given
an
entirely
novel
category
arrow‐head
structures,
there
potential
for
future
conducted
order
further
develop
enhance
model.
InfoMat,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
6(6)
Published: June 1, 2024
Abstract
The
potential
of
three‐dimensional
(3D)
printing
technology
in
the
fabrication
advanced
polymer
composites
is
becoming
increasingly
evident.
This
review
discusses
latest
research
developments
and
applications
3D
composites.
First,
it
focuses
on
optimization
technology,
that
is,
by
upgrading
equipment
or
components
adjusting
parameters,
to
make
them
more
adaptable
processing
characteristics
improve
comprehensive
performance
products.
Second,
printable
novel
consumables
for
composites,
which
mainly
include
new
filaments,
inks,
photosensitive
resins,
powders,
introducing
unique
properties
different
ways
apply
printing.
Finally,
preparation
functional
(such
as
thermal
conductivity,
electromagnetic
interference
shielding,
biomedicine,
self‐healing,
environmental
responsiveness)
are
explored,
with
a
focus
distribution
fillers
influence
topological
shapes
printed
aim
this
deepen
understanding
convergence
between
anticipate
future
trends
applications.
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International Materials Reviews,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 3, 2025
The
extracellular
matrix
can
be
replicated
by
3D
scaffolds,
providing
a
favorable
environment
for
cell
growth,
proliferation,
and
differentiation.
Despite
their
biocompatibility,
biodegradability,
bioactivity,
the
poor
mechanical
strength
of
scaffolds
limits
use
heavy
loads.
This
creates
bottleneck
in
supply
with
enhanced
all
previously
mentioned
characteristics.
Conjugated
polymers
have
emerged
as
promising
option
scaffold
construction
due
to
electrical
conductivity,
adjustable
surface
qualities,
ability
transfer
bioactive
molecules.
Moreover,
metal-organic
frameworks
(MOFs)
are
rapidly
emerging
class
nanomaterials
uniform
porosity,
excellent
surface-to-volume
ratio,
variable
diverse
configurations,
well
tuanble
chemical
structures.
While
both
conjugated
polymer-based
MOF-based
suffer
from
drawbacks
such
low
stability
possible
toxicity,
combination
is
an
imperative
strategy
construct
desirable
scaffols
biomedical
applications.
Specific
examples
investigated
polymer-MOF
provided
each
area,
along
explanation
synthesis,
fabrication
method,
physicochemical
properties.
Finally,
applications
polymers/MOF
tissue
engineering
cancer
theragnostic
reviewed,
current
challenges
potential
future
directions
discussed.
Journal of Materials Chemistry B,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
In
recent
years,
the
development
of
biodegradable,
cell-adhesive
polymeric
implants
and
minimally
invasive
surgery
has
significantly
advanced
healthcare.
These
materials
exhibit
multifunctional
properties
like
self-healing,
shape-memory,
cell
adhesion,
which
can
be
achieved
through
novel
chemical
approaches.
Engineering
such
their
scalability
using
a
classical
polymer
network
without
complex
synthesis
modification
been
great
challenge,
potentially
resolved
biobased
dynamic
covalent
chemistry
(DCC).
Here,
we
report
scalable,
self-healable,
poly(ε-caprolactone)
(PCL)-based
vitrimer
scaffold,
imine
exchange,
free
from
limitations
melting
transitions
supramolecular
interactions
in
4D-printed
PCL.
PCL's
typical
hydrophobicity
hinders
adhesion;
however,
our
design,
based
on
photopolymerization
PCL-dimethacrylate
methacrylate-terminated
vanillin-based
imine,
achieves
water
contact
angle
64°.
The
network,
fabricated
varying
proportions,
exhibited
co-continuous
phase
morphology,
achieving
optimal
shape
fixity
(91
±
1.7%)
recovery
(92.5
0.1%)
at
physiological
temperature
(37
°C).
Additionally,
scaffold
promoted
adhesion
proliferation
reduced
oxidative
stress
defect
site.
This
material
shows
potential
DCC-based
research
developing
smart
biomedical
devices
with
geometries,
paving
way
for
applications
regenerative
medicine
implant
design.
Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
96, P. 105689 - 105689
Published: April 21, 2024
In
the
last
few
years,
wound
healing
and
development
of
"ideal"
biomaterials
that
provide
quick
recovery
minimize
scarring
have
represented
one
most
important
priorities
researchers.
this
direction,
silk
fibroin
(SF)
scaffolds
gained
substantial
awareness,
as
a
promising
polymer
owing
to
their
increased
biocompatibility,
outstanding
mechanical
properties,
biodegradability,
especially
tensile
strength.
Furthermore,
SF
is
acknowledged
accelerate
process
by
encouraging
cell
growth
proliferation,
also
migration
different
types
cells
are
included
in
stages
process.
Therefore,
metal
oxide
nanoparticles
(NPs),
such
iron
(FeO),
copper
(CuO),
zinc
(ZnO),
or
magnesium
(MgO)
NPs,
been
extensively
researched
for
antimicrobial
properties
ability
enhance
tissue
regeneration
addition
SF.
When
introduced
within
scaffolds,
these
NPs
impart
enhanced
including
improved
scaffold
stability
durability.
Moreover,
presence
could
increase
biocompatibility
facilitating
adhesion,
migration,
ultimately
promoting
processes.
The
incorporation
other
natural
polymers
into
has
thus
emerged
favorable
method
therapeutic
potential
developed
biomaterial.
This
review
aims
an
overview
advancements
containing
applications.
Packaging Technology and Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
37(5), P. 399 - 427
Published: March 13, 2024
ABSTRACT
In
recent
years,
consumers
have
become
more
concerned
about
the
freshness
and
safety
of
packaged
food
items
with
their
shelf
life
taste.
Innovation
in
packaging
continuously
evolves
various
techniques,
which
improve
or
indicate
quality
product
throughout
supply
chain.
This
review
highlights
different
strategies
for
enhancing
products
proclaims
an
alternative
to
conventional
systems.
Also,
this
article
emphasizes
assorted
components
products,
implicating
fresh
consumer
health.
Such
systems
provide
information
on
concepts,
including
indicators,
sensors,
scavengers,
absorbers
other
smart
integrated
techniques
application
products.
Moreover,
need
exploration
toxicology
migration
studies
industrial
health
safety.
Advanced Engineering Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 13, 2025
This
review
aims
to
summarize
recent
advances
in
3D
printing
technologies
for
polymer‐based
bone
scaffolds,
focusing
on
material
applications
and
clinical
implications.
The
applicable
different
materials
are
discussed
with
their
characteristics
application
advantages,
specifically
the
common
techniques
polymer
used.
Recent
of
3D‐printed
scaffolds
multifunctionality
(i.e.,
drug
delivery,
regeneration
minimally
invasive
implantation)
then
presented
provide
guidance
potential
applications.
International Journal of Extreme Manufacturing,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
7(2), P. 022002 - 022002
Published: Nov. 14, 2024
Highlights
Exploring
personalized
biomedical
metal
implants
through
additive
manufacturing
(AM).
Presenting
new
load-bearing
and
biodegradable
alloys
for
implants.
Showcasing
AI
4D
printing
advancements
in
material
properties.
AM’s
roles
various
medical
fields.
Highlighting
perspectives
of
implant
technology
improved
patient
care.
Journal of Applied Polymer Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
141(16)
Published: Feb. 5, 2024
Abstract
The
goal
of
this
research
was
to
study
and
optimize
the
structure
geometric
features
scaffolds
made
using
a
combined
method
3D
printing
gas
foaming.
This
endeavor
aimed
produce
with
hierarchical
that
closely
resemble
bone
tissue.
examined
effects
saturation
pressure,
foam
temperature,
time
on
response
surface
methodology
(RSM).
RSM
is
statistical
technique
used
for
optimizing
analyzing
processes
by
modeling
relationship
between
input
variables
output
responses.
results
multi‐objective
optimization
showed
highest
pressure
(55
MPa),
shortest
(40
s),
temperature
68°C
were
optimal
conditions.
also
develop
mathematical
models
structural
properties,
dimensional
accuracy,
mechanical
strength,
focusing
different
parameters,
which
could
be
predict
desired
properties.
Subsequently,
designed
scaffold
underwent
MTT
assay
testing
assess
cell
toxicity
indicating
its
biocompatibility.
demonstrate
correct
parameters
in
combination
printing,
it
possible
achieve
polymer
proportional
dimensions,
geometry,
strength
suitable
growth
use
inside
human
body.