Application of 3D Printing Biocomposites
A Special Issue of Processes (ISSN 2227-9717) belonging to the section "Materials Processes".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (29 March 2024) | Viewed by 361
Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Biocomposites in 3D printing represent an innovative and sustainable approach to manufacturing. These materials combine natural fibers or particles with a polymer matrix to create robust, eco-friendly, and biodegradable products. Integrating 3D printing technology with biocomposites will offer a promising opportunity for sustainable and eco-friendly commercial products with a wide range of applications across various industries. It plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainable production and reducing the environmental footprint of multiple sectors. Sustained research and ongoing progress efforts are expected to develop in alongside the progress within this domain.
Potential applications:
Automotive and Aerospace Industries: Interior components
Consumer Products: Packaging
Medical Sector: Prosthetics and dental applications
Construction Applications: Building components
Challenges Facing Biocomposites
Processing: Consistent material properties
Lower durability
Recycling
Dr. Waleed Khalil Ahmed
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- 3D printing
- biocomposites
- characterization
- mechanical properties
- thermal properties
- sustainability
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