This
study
introduces
a
biomimetic
approach
to
3D
printing
multilayered
hierarchical
porous
membranes
(MHMs)
using
Direct
Ink
Writing
(DIW)
technology.
Fabricated
through
fast
layer-by-layer
process
with
varying
concentrations
of
pore-forming
agents,
the
produced
MHMs
mimic
pore
structure
and
filtration
capabilities
natural
soil
systems.
As
result,
3D-printed
achieved
an
impressive
oil
rejection
rate
99.02%
demonstrated
exceptional
reusability,
maintaining
flux
recovery
ratio
99.48%
even
after
hours
continuous
filtration.
Moreover,
exhibit
superior
architecture
mechanical
integrity
compared
traditional
flat
sheet
single-layered
membranes.
presents
significant
advancement
for
scalable
customized
multilayer
tailored
porosity
high-performance
properties.
The
simplicity,
versatility,
cost-effectiveness
presented
manufacturing
method
offer
pathway
advanced
design
on-demand
membrane
production.
Polymer Testing,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
132, P. 108364 - 108364
Published: Feb. 13, 2024
This
study
delves
into
how
additive
manufacturing
has
revolutionized
the
production
of
polymers
over
last
three
decades.
Traditional
polymer
finds
it
difficult
to
fulfill
demanding
needs
a
wide
range
applications,
even
as
faces
issues
with
environmental
sustainability
and
decreased
plastic
waste.
On
other
hand,
AM
provides
unmatched
design
freedom,
expedited
time-to-market,
reduced
material
waste
while
enabling
quick
fabrication
complex
structures.
The
uses
(AM)
in
consumer
products,
automotive,
aerospace,
medical
implant
sectors
are
examined
this
paper.
Polymeric
materials
created
by
provide
several
benefits,
including
improved
flexibility,
less
waste,
lighter
weight,
ability
include
functionality.
paper
addresses
need
for
emphasizing
composition
structural
modification
capabilities
that
brings
synthesis.
use
methods
evaluating
quality
performance
AM,
such
scanning
electron
microscopy
(SEM),
dynamic
mechanical
analysis
(DMA),
thermogravimetric
(TGA),
differential
calorimetry
(DSC),
is
covered.
review
also
highlights
challenges
facing
now
well
its
bright
future,
which
might
lead
massive
growth
upheaval
sectors.
gives
thorough
overview
changing
field
providing
insights
particular
findings
clearly
stating
goals,
objectives,
differences
from
earlier
studies.
