Over
the
last
two
decades,
there
has
been
a
substantial
surge
in
demand
for
medical
products
rooted
biomaterials
and
tissue
engineering.
This
propelled
significant
growth
biomedical
research.
Polymer-based
composites,
constituting
particularly
intriguing
category
of
biomaterials,
have
become
extensively
employed
various
applications.
popularity
is
attributable
to
their
exceptional
physical
mechanical
characteristics.
Bio-polymers,
particular,
are
gaining
widespread
use
owing
inherent
features,
including
low
density,
reduced
thermal
conductivity,
resistance
corrosion,
ease
with
which
complex
shapes
can
be
manufactured.
To
provide
an
overview
development
polymer-based
composites
terms
structure,
characteristics,
methods
manufacture.
Bioactive
covered
this
topic,
those
that
ability
produce
bones,
antibacterial,
magnetic,
electrically
conductive,
release
oxygen.
It
also
explores
non-bioactive
porogens
reinforcing
fillers.
Furthermore,
types
reinforcements,
such
as
natural
fibers,
cellulose,
animal
bio-polymers,
seed
shells,
bioceramics,
bio-chemicals,
examined
role
enhancing
properties
like
tensile
strength,
compressive
flexural
creep
behavior
Young's
modulus
these
composites.
The
narrative
extends
discussion
scaffold
structures
created
through
particle
leaching,
3D
additive
manufacturing
electrospinning.
Each
section
highlights
recent
advancements
utilization
Advances in Colloid and Interface Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
324, P. 103095 - 103095
Published: Jan. 28, 2024
Direct
ink
writing
(DIW)
stands
as
a
pioneering
additive
manufacturing
technique
that
holds
transformative
potential
in
the
field
of
hydrogel
fabrication.
This
innovative
approach
allows
for
precise
deposition
inks
layer
by
layer,
creating
complex
three-dimensional
structures
with
tailored
shapes,
sizes,
and
functionalities.
By
harnessing
versatility
hydrogels,
DIW
opens
up
possibilities
applications
spanning
from
tissue
engineering
to
soft
robotics
wearable
devices.
comprehensive
review
investigates
applied
hydrogels
its
multifaceted
applications.
The
paper
introduces
diverse
range
printing
techniques
while
providing
thorough
exploration
hydrogel-based
printing.
investigation
aims
explain
progress
made,
challenges
faced,
trajectories
lie
ahead
manufacturing.
fundamental
principles
underlying
are
carefully
examined,
specifically
focusing
on
rheological
attributes
parameters,
prompting
survey
wide
variety
materials.
These
encompass
both
natural
synthetic
variations,
all
which
can
be
effectively
harnessed
this
purpose.
Furthermore,
explores
latest
biomedical
areas,
primary
focus
engineering,
wound
dressing,
drug
delivery
systems.
document
not
only
consolidates
existing
state
within
context
but
also
charts
avenues
further
research
breakthroughs.
Virtual and Physical Prototyping,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
19(1)
Published: Aug. 19, 2024
A
detailed
analysis
of
cutting-edge
3D
printing
technology
and
composite
materials'
transformational
potential
in
numerous
industries.
These
mixes
outperform
single-substance
composites
mechanical,
thermal,
electrical
properties,
aerospace,
medical,
construction.
This
study
vividly
depicts
technology's
creativity
excitement,
investigating
future
possibilities.
It
examines
how
print
speeds
affect
quality
efficiency.
From
40
to
150
(mm/s),
Fused
Deposition
Modelling
(FDM)
tests
speed
output
quality,
including
layer
adhesion
resolution.
different
methods.
Speed
aspects
like
laser
power
material
characteristics
are
investigated
powder-based
technologies
selective
sintering
(SLS)
Multi
Jet
Fusion
(MJF),
where
processing
times
used.
According
the
study,
speed,
qualities,
goal
must
be
balanced
improve
production
efficiency
product
performance.
extensive
illuminates
improving
settings
for
increased
commercial
industrial
production,
highlighting
printing's
potential.
Polymers,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(8), P. 1021 - 1021
Published: April 9, 2024
Stereolithography
has
emerged
as
a
recent
method
in
fabricating
complex
structures
with
high
accuracy.
Components
using
resin
have
poorer
properties.
The
current
study
investigates
the
improvement
properties
of
nano-graphite
composites
fabricated
by
SLA
technique.
are
compared
for
plain
and
0.2%,
0.5%,
1%,
3%,
5%
(w/v)
mixed
UV-curable
resin.
Various
analyses
were
conducted,
including
viscosity,
UV
spectroscopy,
moisture
content,
water
absorption,
gel
tensile,
bending,
hardness
testing,
microscopic
characterization.
results
from
experiments
showed
difference
each
percentage
specimen
tested,
such
property,
which
shows
that
greater
added
(5%),
opaquer
will
appear
less
light
be
reflected.
Viscosity
testing
to
resin,
viscosity.
spectroscopy
produced
information
about
electronic
structure
molecules,
their
composition,
purity,
concentration.
Observations
content
analysis
found
specimens
higher
percentages
affected
physical
mechanical
properties,
leading
easier
warping,
cracking,
decreased
strength,
etc.
Tensile
bending
added,
effect
on
fracture.
However,
certain
tests
did
not
consistently
yield
significant
variations
among
when
different
particularly
evident
chemical
resistance
testing.
This
offers
valuable
insights
into
application
via
method.
Polymer Composites,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
45(8), P. 6741 - 6770
Published: Feb. 29, 2024
Abstract
Solid
composites
used
in
material
extrusion
additive
manufacturing
have
experienced
considerable
expansion
over
the
past
5
years,
incorporating
functional
properties
into
3D‐printed
objects.
This
paper
presents
a
systematic
review
that
aims
to:
(I)
analyze
current
state
of
development
field;
(II)
quantify
and
categorize
adopted
polymeric
matrices,
reinforcing
materials,
feedstock
shapes,
characterization
strategies,
mechanisms;
(III)
identify
applications,
limitations,
trends
for
future
research.
The
PRISMA
statement
was
followed
databases
Scopus,
Web
Science,
PubMed
were
consulted.
Among
116
included
studies,
use
customized
filaments
surpassed
commercially
available
ones,
with
particulate
matter
being
most
common
form
filler
when
melt‐mixed
polymer.
Polyamide
is
widely
matrix
(30.3%),
by
PLA
(22.0%)
ABS
(17.4%).
In
terms
reinforcements,
carbon
fiber
(32.4%),
glass
(12.5%),
ceramics
(12.5%)
compose
podium
as
frequently
used,
nanofillers
receiving
increasing
attention.
conducted
analysis,
no
standardized
protocols
identified
clearly
encompassed
entire
process
from
formulation
to
technical
prototype
fabrication.
At
last,
recycling,
exploration
biodegradable
4D
printing
main
opportunities
Highlights
Reinforced
polymers
enable
enhancement
parts.
Composite
usually
formulated
mixed
before
printing.
3D
printers
filament‐
or
screw‐based
mechanisms
been
used.
Mechanical
morphological
analyses
are
characterization.
No
applications
employed
real‐world
scenarios.
ACS Applied Polymer Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
6(7), P. 3787 - 3795
Published: March 18, 2024
Carbon
fiber-reinforced
polymer-matrix
composites
have
been
an
important
research
topic
due
to
their
high
performance
and
versatility.
In
this
study,
we
investigated
the
mechanical,
thermal,
electrical
properties
of
short
carbon
polypropylene
(SCF/PP)
prepared
using
fused
deposition
modeling
(FDM)-3D
printing
technique.
PP
was
selected
as
matrix
for
3D
printed
overcome
processing
problems
caused
by
content
SCFs.
The
addition
SCFs
also
effectively
mitigated
warping
problem
during
cooling
process.
Compared
pure
PP,
tensile
strength
increased
up
35%,
bending
exhibited
approximate
40%
enhancement.
With
increasing
SCF
content,
thermal
conductivity
a
linear
growth,
reaching
0.266
W/(m
·
K)
at
70
°C
PPCF50
sample,
simultaneously
demonstrating
excellent
conductivity.
material
displayed
significant
potential
in
electromagnetic
protection
applications,
achieving
maximum
shielding
effectiveness
29.8
dB.
texture
direction
filling
density
settings
proven
play
roles
adjusting
composite
samples.
attempt
study
is
beneficial
promoting
widespread
application
polyolefin
polymers
consumable
SCF-reinforced
products.
Composites Part B Engineering,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
286, P. 111809 - 111809
Published: Aug. 29, 2024
This
study
explores
the
synthesis
and
characterization
of
polyamide/biochar
composites
via
in
situ
polymerization
12-aminolauric
acid
with
varying
biochar
concentrations.
The
motivation
behind
this
research
is
to
enhance
properties
polyamide
12
(PA12)
by
integrating
biochar,
a
sustainable
material
derived
from
biomass,
improve
both
performance
environmental
impact.
A
detailed
structure-property
correlation
analysis
was
conducted
assess
effects
on
PA12's
morphology,
mechanical
behavior,
crystallinity,
thermal
stability,
viscoelastic
performance,
sustainability.
Key
findings
include
successful
PA12
synthesis,
confirmed
FTIR
1H
NMR
spectroscopy.
Increased
content
led
decrease
molecular
weight
an
increase
crystallinity
27
%
38
%,
suggesting
enhanced
nucleation
effects.
SEM
showed
excellent
dispersion
compatibility
within
matrix,
leading
significant
improvements
tensile
strength
(from
±
1
MPa
54
2
MPa)
modulus
745
30
2055
65
MPa).
Rheological
tests
demonstrated
shear-thinning
facilitating
effective
extrusion-based
3D
printing
complex
object
50
wt%
biochar.
life
cycle
assessment
revealed
substantial
benefits,
including
net
reduction
1.83
kg·CO₂
equiv.·kg⁻1
due
use
wood
pyrolysis.
These
highlight
potential
PA12/biochar
as
environmentally
structural
materials,
combining
functional
ecological
advantages.