Influence of Structure on Mechanical Properties of 3D Printed Objects

Integration of graphene in poly(lactic) acid by 3D printing to develop creep and wear‐resistant hierarchical nanocomposites

“…The recent developments in the additive manufacturing process such as three‐dimensional (3D) printing, where CAD‐based functional structures are generated in a layer‐by‐layer fashion , present advantages in the design and optimization of models with complex features and tailored mechanical properties for several applications including orthopedic scaffolds and patient‐specific implants . Three‐dimensional printing has proven to overcome many of the limitations and complexities that conventional procedures pose in the design of complex geometries, such as the limited control in the customization of porosity size distribution .…”

Comparison and analysis of different 3d printing techniques

“…This technique can be used to improve fracture toughness with a maximum tensile strength up to 1410 N [5]. The strength of FDM fabricated parts is greatly affected by build orientation [6] and various types of shapes [15]. Different type shapes of pharmaceutical tablets can be printed by this technique [16] but it is significantly affected by surface area to volume ratio having the same mass but little difference in dissolution profiles.…”

Application of Simulation for Product Quality Enhancement

“…If thinner walls are better for structural and functional reasons, it is necessary to adjust the processing conditions, e. g. use a type of plastic with a higher MFI (melt flow index), to increase the temperature of the melting form or that of the mould, or, eventually, use multiple injections. [4,5] Large differences in the wall thickness of the mould result in uneven cooling, material shrinkage, and the formation of internal stress. This ultimately may give rise to deformations, such as those in form sink marks, and may affect the required quality of the mould.…”