Smart Materials in Additive Manufacturing, volume 2: 4D Printing Mechanics, Modeling, and Advanced Engineering Applications
Smart Materials in Additive Manufacturing, volume 2: 4D Printing Mechanics, Modeling, and Advanced Engineering Applications

Author: Mahdi Bodaghi

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2022-06-25

Total Pages: 466

ISBN-13: 0323954316

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Smart Materials in Additive Manufacturing, Volume 2 covers the mechanics, modeling, and applications of the technology and the materials produced by it. It approaches the topic from an engineering design perspective with cutting-edge modeling techniques and real-world applications and case studies highlighted throughout. The book demonstrates 4D printing techniques for electro-induced shape memory polymers, pneumatic soft actuators, textiles, and more. Modeling techniques with ABAQUS and machine learning are outlined, as are manufacturing techniques for highly elastic skin, tunable RF and wireless structures and modules, and 4D printed structures with tunable mechanical properties. Closed-loop control of 4D printed hydrogel soft robots, hierarchical motion of 4D printed structures using the temperature memory effect, multimaterials 4D printing using a grasshopper plugin, shape reversible 4D printing, and variable stiffness 4D printing are each discussed as well. - Outlines cutting-edge techniques, structural design, modeling, simulation, and tools for application-based 4D printing - Details design, modeling, simulation, and manufacturing considerations for various fields - Includes case studies demonstrating real-world situations where the techniques and concepts discussed were successfully deployed - Applications covered include textiles, soft robotics, auxetics and metamaterials, micromachines, sensors, bioprinting, and wireless devices - Covers the mechanics, manufacturing processes and applications of 4D-printed smart materials and structures - Discusses applications in civil, mechanical, aerospace, polymer and biomedical engineering - Presents experimental, numerical and analytical studies in a simple and straightforward manner, providing tools that can be immediately implemented and adapted by readers to fit their work

Smart Materials in Additive Manufacturing, Volume 3
Smart Materials in Additive Manufacturing, Volume 3

Author: Ali Zolfagharian

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2024-07-25

Total Pages: 429

ISBN-13: 0443136742

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Smart Materials in Additive Manufacturing, Volume Three: 4D-Printed Robotic Materials, Sensors, and Actuators covers the principles, real-world use, and advances in the cutting-edge field of 4D printed smart robotic materials. It discusses the mechanics of these materials, techniques by which to manufacture them, and different applications. Detailed modeling and control techniques are outlined, illustrating their use in real-world settings. Shape memory polymers, hydrogels, shape memory alloys, biomaterials, natural fibers, dielectric elastomers, liquid crystal elastomers, electroactive polymers, and more materials are covered, featuring in-depth discussion of their responses to stimuli, fabrication, multi-physics modeling, control techniques, and applications. - Discusses the design, modeling, simulation, and manufacturing processes of various 4D-printed robotic materials - - Outlines modeling and control techniques to illustrate the use of smart robotic materials - Provides case studies demonstrating real-world situations where the techniques, materials, and concepts discussed have been successfully deployed - Covers applications including robotics, metamaterials, micromachines, sensors, bioprinting, and actuators

Smart Materials in Additive Manufacturing, volume 1: 4D Printing Principles and Fabrication
Smart Materials in Additive Manufacturing, volume 1: 4D Printing Principles and Fabrication

Author: Mahdi Bodaghi

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2022-06-25

Total Pages: 484

ISBN-13: 0128240830

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Smart Materials in Additive Manufacturing, Volume 1 provides readers with an overview of the current smart materials widely in use and the techniques for additively manufacturing them. It demonstrates the principles developed for 4D printing in a way that is useful for students, early career researchers, and professionals. Topics covered include modeling and fabrication of 4D printed materials such as dielectric elastomer soft robots, low-voltage electroactive polymers, and stimuli-responsive hydrogels. 4D printing of light-responsive structures, gels and soft materials, and natural fiber composites are also discussed, as is origami-inspired 4D printing, 4D microprinting, and reversible 4D printing. 4D bioprinting and related biomedical applications are outlined as well as functionalized 4D printed sensor systems. Key Features:* Discusses 4D printed shape memory polymers, shape memory alloys, natural fibers, and hydrogels* Covers various types of stimuli, fabrication techniques, multi-physics modeling, and control strategies for 4D printing* Explores 4D printing of dielectric elastomers, liquid crystal elastomers, and electroactive polymers - Covers the mechanics, manufacturing processes and applications of 4D-printed smart materials and structures - Discusses applications in civil, mechanical, aerospace, polymer and biomedical engineering - Presents experimental, numerical and analytical studies in a simple and straightforward manner, providing tools that can be immediately implemented and adapted by readers to fit their work

Additive Manufacturing of Polymer-Based Composite Materials
Additive Manufacturing of Polymer-Based Composite Materials

Author: Fabienne Touchard

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2024-06-15

Total Pages: 366

ISBN-13: 0443159181

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Additive Manufacturing of Polymer Composites: Materials, Processes, and Properties presents the latest developments in AM of polymer matrix composites and illustrates the large range of composite materials that can be obtained. Different technologies with their own specificities such as: fused filament fabrication, selective laser sintering, stereolithography, and direct-ink-writing. Composites with chopped or continuous reinforcement, with synthetic or natural fibers, with thermoplastic or thermoset resin are compared and described in detail. Their thermal, physical, electrical, and mechanical properties are discussed. The book is dedicated to professionals involved in engineering design and production, as well as industrial communities who want to gain in-depth knowledge in the field of 3D printed composites. - Provides an overview of different methods for additive manufacturing of polymer-based matrix composites - Covers long and short fiber-based composites and corresponding application examples - Addresses the development and properties of a wide range of matrices (thermoplastics, thermosets), and fibers (natural and synthetic) in a user-specified orientation, continuous or random organization and hierarchical structures - Presents sustainability and structural reliability of composite structures - Displays a careful balance between materials science and technology, providing a detailed understanding of how composites' properties, processing, performance, and structure are interrelated

Medical Additive Manufacturing
Medical Additive Manufacturing

Author: Shadpour Mallakpour

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2024-04-03

Total Pages: 793

ISBN-13: 0323953840

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Medical Additive Manufacturing: Concepts and Fundamentals provides an overview of the latest research in the field of additively manufactured medical materials. It starts with a broad overview of the current state of medical additive manufacturing and then dives into cutting-edge topics such as medical imaging technologies for additive manufacturing and computer-aided design principles for anatomic modeling. The chapters discuss the state of additive manufacturing in an array of medical fields such as radiology, tissue engineering, nuclear medicine, orthopedics, surgery, cardiology, neurology, optometry, obstetrics, and veterinary medicine. This book concludes with chapters discussing regulatory considerations for additive manufacturing in hospitals and what the future holds for the field. - Synthesizes the latest research in medical additive manufacturing - Outlines basic additive manufacturing concepts, the different types of manufacturing, optimal material selection, design production and configuration, and more - Discusses cutting-edge applications in drug delivery, tissue engineering, biosensor devices, electrically conductive polymers, green catalysis, and more

Engineered Biomaterials
Engineered Biomaterials

Author: Rishabha Malviya

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2023-12-28

Total Pages: 623

ISBN-13: 9819966981

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This book highlights recent advances focusing on the synthesis methods of engineered biomaterials and their applications. The book discusses recent applications of various approaches and technology in improving the functional properties and biological activities of biopolymers. It includes two major sections: the first section introduces a range of methods which lead to materials with enhanced properties for a range of practical applications, along with the positives and limitations of the techniques. The second section covers recent trends and advances in application of engineered biomaterials that assist materials scientists and researchers in mapping out the future of these new improved materials through value addition in order to enhance their use. Contributions in the book are done by prominent researchers from industry, academia, and government/private research laboratories across the globe. The book summarizes in a fairly comprehensive manner many of the recent technical advancements in the area of biopolymers. The book is intended to serve as a reference resource in the area of polymers science.

3D Printing and Microfluidics in Dermatology
3D Printing and Microfluidics in Dermatology

Author: Madhulika Pradhan

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2024-09-18

Total Pages: 439

ISBN-13: 1040131875

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3D Printing and Microfluidics in Dermatology provides a thorough exploration and applications of three-dimensional (3D) printing and microfluidics within the field of dermatology. It investigates various methods utilized in these fields, such as 3D bioprinting, nano-transporters, microscopic fabrication, and device development. The book not only examines practical applications but also delves into the design principles crucial for implementing these techniques using specific materials tailored to their intended purposes. Additionally, it addresses ethical concerns and regulatory considerations pertinent to these evolving technologies. Key highlights include the following: A detailed insight into the utilization of 3D printing and microfluidic technologies for treating skin disorders. Exploration of design concepts necessary for effective implementation, considering the unique properties of materials involved. Coverage of diverse methodologies, ranging from 3D bioprinting to nano-transporters, microscopic fabrication, and device engineering. In-depth discussion on ethical considerations vital for the sustainable development of the industry. Investigation into advancements in material development, device design, fabrication techniques, and performance evaluation through preclinical and clinical studies. This book targets graduate students and researchers in fields such as 3D printing, dermatology, drug delivery, bioengineering, and pharmaceutical sciences.

3D and 4D Printing of Polymer Nanocomposite Materials
3D and 4D Printing of Polymer Nanocomposite Materials

Author: Kishor Kumar Sadasivuni

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2019-10-11

Total Pages: 594

ISBN-13: 0128173025

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3D and 4D Printing of Polymer Nanocomposite Materials: Processing, Applications, and Challenges covers advanced 3D and 4D printing processes and the latest developments in novel polymer-based printing materials, thus enabling the reader to understand and benefit from the advantages of this groundbreaking technology. The book presents processes, materials selection, and printability issues, along with sections on the preparation of polymer composite materials for 3D and 4D printing. Across the book, advanced printing techniques are covered and discussed thoroughly, including fused deposition modeling (FDM), selective laser sintering (SLS), selective laser melting (SLM), electron beam melting (EBM), inkjet 3D printing (3DP), stereolithography (SLA), and 3D plotting. Finally, major applications areas are discussed, including electronic, aerospace, construction and biomedical applications, with detailed information on the design, fabrication and processing methods required in each case. - Provides a thorough, clear understanding of polymer preparation techniques and 3D and 4D printing processes, with a view to specific applications - Examines synthesis, formation methodology, the dispersion of fillers, characterization, properties, and performance of polymer nanocomposites - Explores the possibilities of 4D printing, covering the usage of stimuli responsive hydrogels and shape memory polymers

Handbook of Smart Manufacturing
Handbook of Smart Manufacturing

Author: Ajay

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2023-07-17

Total Pages: 385

ISBN-13: 1000898334

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This handbook covers smart manufacturing development, processing, modifications, and applications. It provides a complete understanding of the recent advancements in smart manufacturing through its various enabling manufacturing technologies, and how industries and organizations can find the needed information on how to implement smart manufacturing towards sustainability of manufacturing practices. Handbook of Smart Manufacturing: Forecasting the Future of Industry 4.0 covers all related advances in manufacturing such as the integration of reverse engineering with smart manufacturing, industrial internet of things (IIoT), and artificial intelligence approaches, including Artificial Neural Network, Markov Decision Process, and Heuristics Methodology. It offers smart manufacturing methods like 4D printing, micro-manufacturing, and processing of smart materials to assist the biomedical industries in the fabrication of human prostheses and implants. The handbook goes on to discuss how to accurately predict the requirements, identify errors, and make innovation for the manufacturing process more manageable by implementing various advanced technologies and solutions into the traditional manufacturing process. Strategies and algorithms used to incorporate smart manufacturing into different sectors are also highlighted within the handbook. This handbook is an invaluable resource for stakeholders, industries, professionals, technocrats, academics, research scholars, senior graduate students, and human healthcare professionals.

Additive Manufacturing Technologies
Additive Manufacturing Technologies

Author: Ian Gibson

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2020-11-10

Total Pages: 685

ISBN-13: 3030561275

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This textbook covers in detail digitally-driven methods for adding materials together to form parts. A conceptual overview of additive manufacturing is given, beginning with the fundamentals so that readers can get up to speed quickly. Well-established and emerging applications such as rapid prototyping, micro-scale manufacturing, medical applications, aerospace manufacturing, rapid tooling and direct digital manufacturing are also discussed. This book provides a comprehensive overview of additive manufacturing technologies as well as relevant supporting technologies such as software systems, vacuum casting, investment casting, plating, infiltration and other systems. Reflects recent developments and trends and adheres to the ASTM, SI and other standards; Includes chapters on topics that span the entire AM value chain, including process selection, software, post-processing, industrial drivers for AM, and more; Provides a broad range of technical questions to ensure comprehensive understanding of the concepts covered.