3D Printing of Polymer Composites: Fibers, Particles and Matrix explores the complexities of the dynamic interplay between these three components and their interactions in the polymer-based 3D printing process. The book includes theoretical foundations as well as practical applications, providing insights into optimizing material compositions, overcoming challenges related to fiber and particle integration, and for enhancing the overall print quality of materials and final components. It will be a valuable reference for researchers on the intricacies of this technology, enabling them to make informed decisions, troubleshoot key challenges, and push future boundaries on what is possible.
1. Section 1: Introduction and advances in three-dimensional printing of polymer composites - p. S1 2. 1 Three-dimensional printing: The state of the art—Introduction - p. 3 3. 2 Advancements (selective laser sintering, digital light processing) and applications of additive manufacturing in polymer composites - p. 25 4. 3 The role of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and finite element modeling in additive manufacturing of polymer composites - p. 41 5. Section 2: Fiber reinforcement strategies in three-dimensional printing - p. S2 6. 4 Natural and synthetic fibers: Pathway to eco-friendly and high-performance three-dimensional printing of lightweight composites - p. 65 7. 5 The role of synthetic fibers in three-dimensional printing: Continuous and discontinuous fibers’ effect - p. 103 8. 6 Effect of surface treatment on fiber wettability and static–dynamic, thermal, and water absorption characteristics of natural/synthetic fiber-based three-dimensional-printed composites - p. 113 9. 7 Effect of fiber size and reinforcement percentage on the three-dimensional printability of polymer composites - p. 129 10. 8 Thermoplastic matrix for three-dimensional printing: Types, filament/component manufacturing, and characterization - p. 161 11. 9 Role of thermosets in three-dimensional printing: Latest advancements and challenges - p. 179 12. Section 3: Fillers, nanomaterials, and performance in three-dimensional printing - p. S3 13. 10 Influence of organic/inorganic fillers on the performance behavior of three-dimensional printing of composites: Pros and cons - p. 205 14. 11 Tribological behavior of filler-reinforced three-dimensional-printed composites: Influence of inorganic/organic and solid lubricants - p. 219 15. 12 Nanomaterials in three-dimensional printing: Types, development, and characterization - p. 235 16. 13 Effect of nanoparticles on the three-dimensional-printed components for piezoelectric and triboelectric energy harvesting applications - p. 257 17. 14 Numerical simulation of particle-reinforced three-dimensional-printed composites - p. 273 18. Section 4: Applications and environmental impact of three-dimensional printing - p. S4 19. 15 Hybrid metal–plastic structures: Next-generation three-dimensional printing manufacturing techniques and applications - p. 297 20. 16 Recycled materials in polymer additive manufacturing: A cost-effective approach - p. 309 21. 17 Role of composites and three-dimensional printing in automobile components - p. 325 22. 18 Role of three-dimensional printing in construction industries - p. 355 23. 19 Exploring the potential of three-dimensional-printed polymer composites in the pharmaceutical industry: Current trends and future prospects - p. 397 24. 20 Influence of particles and fibers with matrix on the three-dimensional printing of composites for medical applications - p. 419 25. 21 Effect of particles and fibers on the three-dimensional printing of components for energy storage and electronics applications - p. 445 26. 22 Role of fibers, particles, and matrix in waste reduction of three-dimensional-printed composites: Strategies for carbon footprint mitigation - p. 489 27. 23 Life cycle assessment (LCA) of three-dimensional-printed composites: A perspective review - p. 523 28. Index - p. 541
3D Printing of Polymer Composites: Fibers, Particles and Matrix explores the complexities of the dynamic interplay between these three components and their interactions in the polymer-based 3D printing process. The book includes theoretical foundations as well as practical applications, providing insights into optimizing material compositions, overcoming challenges related to fiber and particle integration, and for enhancing the overall print quality of materials and final components. It will be a valuable reference for researchers on the intricacies of this technology, enabling them to make informed decisions, troubleshoot key challenges, and push future boundaries on what is possible.
1. Section 1: Introduction and advances in three-dimensional printing of polymer composites - p. S1 2. 1 Three-dimensional printing: The state of the art—Introduction - p. 3 3. 2 Advancements (selective laser sintering, digital light processing) and applications of additive manufacturing in polymer composites - p. 25 4. 3 The role of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and finite element modeling in additive manufacturing of polymer composites - p. 41 5. Section 2: Fiber reinforcement strategies in three-dimensional printing - p. S2 6. 4 Natural and synthetic fibers: Pathway to eco-friendly and high-performance three-dimensional printing of lightweight composites - p. 65 7. 5 The role of synthetic fibers in three-dimensional printing: Continuous and discontinuous fibers’ effect - p. 103 8. 6 Effect of surface treatment on fiber wettability and static–dynamic, thermal, and water absorption characteristics of natural/synthetic fiber-based three-dimensional-printed composites - p. 113 9. 7 Effect of fiber size and reinforcement percentage on the three-dimensional printability of polymer composites - p. 129 10. 8 Thermoplastic matrix for three-dimensional printing: Types, filament/component manufacturing, and characterization - p. 161 11. 9 Role of thermosets in three-dimensional printing: Latest advancements and challenges - p. 179 12. Section 3: Fillers, nanomaterials, and performance in three-dimensional printing - p. S3 13. 10 Influence of organic/inorganic fillers on the performance behavior of three-dimensional printing of composites: Pros and cons - p. 205 14. 11 Tribological behavior of filler-reinforced three-dimensional-printed composites: Influence of inorganic/organic and solid lubricants - p. 219 15. 12 Nanomaterials in three-dimensional printing: Types, development, and characterization - p. 235 16. 13 Effect of nanoparticles on the three-dimensional-printed components for piezoelectric and triboelectric energy harvesting applications - p. 257 17. 14 Numerical simulation of particle-reinforced three-dimensional-printed composites - p. 273 18. Section 4: Applications and environmental impact of three-dimensional printing - p. S4 19. 15 Hybrid metal–plastic structures: Next-generation three-dimensional printing manufacturing techniques and applications - p. 297 20. 16 Recycled materials in polymer additive manufacturing: A cost-effective approach - p. 309 21. 17 Role of composites and three-dimensional printing in automobile components - p. 325 22. 18 Role of three-dimensional printing in construction industries - p. 355 23. 19 Exploring the potential of three-dimensional-printed polymer composites in the pharmaceutical industry: Current trends and future prospects - p. 397 24. 20 Influence of particles and fibers with matrix on the three-dimensional printing of composites for medical applications - p. 419 25. 21 Effect of particles and fibers on the three-dimensional printing of components for energy storage and electronics applications - p. 445 26. 22 Role of fibers, particles, and matrix in waste reduction of three-dimensional-printed composites: Strategies for carbon footprint mitigation - p. 489 27. 23 Life cycle assessment (LCA) of three-dimensional-printed composites: A perspective review - p. 523 28. Index - p. 541
