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Application of 3D Printing Technology in Manufacturing and Material Processing
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Application of 3D Printing Technology in Manufacturing and Material Processing

A special issue of Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing (ISSN 2504-4494).

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 2644

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Guangda Zhu

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Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
Interests: 3D printing; dynamic polymers; soft robotics
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Dr. Yi Hou

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Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
Interests: self-assembly; functional coatings; dynamic polymers; 3D printing
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Three-dimensional (3D) printing, also known as additive manufacturing, has gained widespread attention in the aerospace and biomedical fields, among many others, due to its powerful ability to freely build complex 3D structures. Unlike traditional material manufacturing and processing methods (where material is removed from a solid block by machining, drilling, or etching), 3D printing is an additive manufacturing technology based on stacking materials layer by layer, eliminating the need for molds and cumbersome machining processes, allowing the on-demand design and manufacturing of complex three-dimensional structures. Depending on how the materials are formed, a variety of 3D printing techniques have been developed, ranging from macro-scale direct ink writing to micron-scale two-photon laser printing. These new 3D printing methods have also revolutionized the manufacturing and processing of materials such as polymers, metals, and ceramics. They are not only widely studied in the scientific field, but are also gradually being tested for industrial applications.

This Special Issue aims to gather new insights on 3D printing in advanced manufacturing and material processing, focusing on the development of advanced manufacturing processes and suitable functional materials.

Dr. Guangda Zhu
Dr. Yi Hou
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • 3D printing
  • additive manufacturing
  • material processing
  • functional materials
  • advanced applications

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Resistance Analysis of a Plastic Container Obtained with Additive Manufacturing Using Finite Elements
by Luis M. López-López, Geovanny Maldonado, Cesar Paltán-Zhingre, Jimmy Brito, Julio Loja-Quezada and Marco Amaya-Pinos
J. Manuf. Mater. Process. 2025, 9(6), 204; https://doi.org/10.3390/jmmp9060204 - 18 Jun 2025
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Traditional manufacturing processes yield plastic containers in large batches, even for minimal production runs, resulting in elevated production costs. Three-dimensional printing has emerged as a viable alternative for very low production volumes, offering properties comparable to traditional methods at significantly reduced costs. To [...] Read more.
Traditional manufacturing processes yield plastic containers in large batches, even for minimal production runs, resulting in elevated production costs. Three-dimensional printing has emerged as a viable alternative for very low production volumes, offering properties comparable to traditional methods at significantly reduced costs. To assess the tensile strength, specimens printed with identical geometric parameters to the 3D-printed containers were tested according to ASTM D638 standards, enabling the determination of the stress–strain curve behavior. A compression test was conducted on containers obtained from both manufacturing processes to establish their respective resistance and deformation characteristics. The results revealed a 67% difference in resistance, indicating greater rigidity in the 3D-printed container, and a higher deformation in the blow-molded container, reaching up to 4 mm in height without fracture. Similarly, impact resistance was analyzed using finite element analysis with Ls-Dyna software, showing deformation differences of 0.91% and stress differences of 2.15%. Therefore, 3D printing presents itself as a compelling alternative for the fabrication of plastic containers in small production runs. Full article
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Parametric Design of Easy-Connect Pipe Fitting Components Using Open-Source CAD and Fabrication Using 3D Printing
by Abolfazl Taherzadeh Fini, Cameron K. Brooks, Alessia Romani, Anthony G. Straatman and Joshua M. Pearce
J. Manuf. Mater. Process. 2025, 9(2), 65; https://doi.org/10.3390/jmmp9020065 - 19 Feb 2025
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The amount of non-revenue water, mostly due to leakage, is around 126 billion cubic meters annually worldwide. A more efficient wastewater management strategy would use a parametric design for on-demand, customized pipe fittings, following the principles of distributed manufacturing. To fulfill this need, [...] Read more.
The amount of non-revenue water, mostly due to leakage, is around 126 billion cubic meters annually worldwide. A more efficient wastewater management strategy would use a parametric design for on-demand, customized pipe fittings, following the principles of distributed manufacturing. To fulfill this need, this study introduces an open-source parametric design of a 3D-printable easy-connect pipe fitting that offers compatibility with different dimensions and materials of pipes available on the market. Custom pipe fittings were 3D printed using a RepRap-class fused filament 3D printer, with polylactic acid (PLA), polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG), acrylonitrile styrene acrylate (ASA), and thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) as filament feedstocks for validation. The 3D-printed connectors underwent hydrostatic water pressure tests to ensure that they met the standards for residential, agricultural, and renewable energy production applications. All the printed parts passed numerous hydrostatic pressure tests. PETG couplings can tolerate up to 4.551 ± 0.138 MPa of hydrostatic pressure, which is eight times greater than the highest standard water pressure in the residential sector. Based on the economic analysis, the cost of 3D printing a pipe coupling is from three to seventeen times lower than purchasing a commercially available pipe fitting of a similar size. The new open-source couplings demonstrate particular potential for use in developing countries and remote areas. Full article
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Advances in the Additive Manufacturing of Superalloys
by Antonio del Bosque, Pablo Fernández-Arias and Diego Vergara
J. Manuf. Mater. Process. 2025, 9(7), 215; https://doi.org/10.3390/jmmp9070215 - 25 Jun 2025
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This study presents a bibliometric analysis of the evolution and research trends in the additive manufacturing (AM) of superalloys over the last decade (2015–2025). The review follows a structured methodology based on the PRISMA 2020 protocol, utilizing data from the Scopus and Web [...] Read more.
This study presents a bibliometric analysis of the evolution and research trends in the additive manufacturing (AM) of superalloys over the last decade (2015–2025). The review follows a structured methodology based on the PRISMA 2020 protocol, utilizing data from the Scopus and Web of Science (WoS) databases. Particular attention is devoted to the intricate process–structure–property relationships and the specific behavioral trends associated with different superalloy families, namely Ni-based, Co-based, and Fe–Ni-based systems. The findings reveal a substantial growth in scientific output, with the United States and China leading contributions and an increasing trend in international collaboration. Key research areas include process optimization, microstructural evolution and control, mechanical property assessment, and defect minimization. The study highlights the pivotal role of technologies such as laser powder bed fusion, electron beam melting, and directed energy deposition in the fabrication of high-performance components. Additionally, emerging trends point to the integration of machine learning and artificial intelligence for real-time quality monitoring and manufacturing parameter optimization. Despite these advancements, challenges such as anisotropic properties, porosity issues, and process sustainability remain critical for both industrial applications and future academic research in superalloys. Full article
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