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Advances in 3D Printing Technologies: Materials, Processes, and Applications, 2nd Edition

A Special Issue of Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing (ISSN 2504-4494).

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2027 | Viewed by 8638

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Dr. Cristina Veres

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1. Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, and Technology of Târgu Mureș, Nicolae Iorga Street 1, 540088 Târgu Mureș, Romania
2. Interdisciplinary Biomedical Research Center, George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science, and Technology of Târgu Mureș, Nicolae Iorga Street 1, 540088 Târgu Mureș, Romania
Interests: management; innovation; healthcare; rehabilitation; quality management
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Dr. Maria Tanase

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Mechanical Engineering Department, Petroleum-Gas University of Ploiesti, 100680 Ploiesti, Romania
Interests: numerical analysis; 3D printing; design optimization; buckling; mechanical analysis
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

We invite you to submit your research for this Special Issue of the JMMP Journal, published by MDPI, titled “Advances in 3D Printing Technologies: Materials, Processes, and Applications, 2nd Edition.” This Special Issue aims to explore the latest developments in 3D printing, addressing the growing demand for innovative, efficient, and sustainable solutions across various industries.

Recent advancements in materials, such as biocompatible polymers, high-performance composites, and sustainable alternatives, are expanding the capabilities of 3D printing technologies. Furthermore, emerging applications in healthcare, aerospace, automotive, and beyond are driving the development of cutting-edge processes, including hybrid methods and precision manufacturing. IoT-enabled monitoring and AI-driven design optimization are further revolutionizing the landscape, enabling smarter, adaptive, and more efficient additive manufacturing workflows. Despite these innovations, challenges remain in areas like scalability, process optimization, and material behavior under unique stress states, necessitating continued research.

For this Special Issue, we welcome submissions showcasing novel materials, process innovations, and real-world applications. Contributions should include experimental, computational, or theoretical approaches to enhance understanding and implementation of 3D printing, with a focus on integrating IoT and AI to further advance the field. 

We encourage you to submit your work on the following research areas:

- Development of advanced materials for 3D printing; 

- Hybrid and non-traditional printing techniques; 

- IoT-enabled monitoring and control in 3D printing;

- Precision, scalability, and optimization in additive manufacturing;

- Sustainable materials and processes; 

- Applications in healthcare, aerospace, and automotive industries; 

- Characterization and modeling of printed materials; 

- Multi-material and multi-scale printing; 

- Quality assurance and defect analysis; 

- Process monitoring, data-driven methods, and Industry 4.0 integration. 

You may choose our Joint Special Issue in Machines.

Dr. Cristina Veres
Dr. Maria Tanase
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • 3D printing technologies
  • additive manufacturing
  • advanced materials
  • process optimization
  • hybrid printing methods
  • sustainable manufacturing
  • biocompatible polymers
  • high-performance composites
  • multi-material printing
  • IoT integration
  • AI in additive manufacturing
  • Industry 4.0 integration

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Additive Manufacturing of High Heels Using the Input–Transformation–Output Model: Comparative Evaluation of PLA, ABS and ABS Photopolymer Resin Materials
by María Alejandra García Rojas, Kevin Santiago Hernández Urbina, Sylvia María Villarreal-Archila, Jairo Núñez Rodríguez and Ángel Ortiz Bas
J. Manuf. Mater. Process. 2026, 10(4), 119; https://doi.org/10.3390/jmmp10040119 - 30 Mar 2026
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The use of additive manufacturing in structural applications has increased in industry; however, reliable material selection criteria remain limited when printed components must withstand real service loads. The following study provides a comprehensive evaluation of polymeric materials (PLA filament, ABS filament, and ABS-like [...] Read more.
The use of additive manufacturing in structural applications has increased in industry; however, reliable material selection criteria remain limited when printed components must withstand real service loads. The following study provides a comprehensive evaluation of polymeric materials (PLA filament, ABS filament, and ABS-like resin) used in additive manufacturing technologies for the production of footwear heels. Consequently, five heel models were designed using reverse engineering based on real industry references and analyzed within a decision framework based on the Input–Transformation–Output (ITO) model. Within this framework, each material was subjected to static mechanical tests (tensile, compression, flexural and hardness), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis and numerical simulations. In addition, functional tests were carried out by mounting the printed heels on real sandals, allowing for evaluation of their performance under service conditions. Significant differences in surface morphology were observed, attributable to the physical state and consolidation mechanism of each material. Uncontrolled environmental conditions during printing and testing were identified as a limitation affecting reproducibility. The ABS-like resin showed the highest compressive load capacity (10.8 kN), together with a tensile strength of 14.99 MPa and a deformation at break of 0.076 mm/mm. SEM analysis revealed a more homogeneous surface morphology and greater structural continuity after curing, consistent with the numerical simulations, which predicted stresses between 19.98 and 196.23 MPa, displacements up to 8.917 mm and unit strains up to 0.1378. The integrated interpretation of the experimental, microstructural and functional results provides technical criteria for material selection in reverse-engineered footwear components and structural elements manufactured by additive manufacturing. Full article
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Dental Model Analysis in Orthognathic Surgery: Accuracy of 3D Printed FDM and SLA Models in Comparison to Original STL File: An In Vitro Analysis
by Thijs Bauwens, Pasquier Corthouts, Lisa De Kock, Benjamin Denoiseux, Matthias Ureel and Renaat Coopman
J. Manuf. Mater. Process. 2026, 10(3), 99; https://doi.org/10.3390/jmmp10030099 - 16 Mar 2026
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3D printing is an important part of orthognathic surgery by enabling accurate anatomical models for preoperative planning. While Stereolithography (SLA) is widely regarded as the gold standard due to its high precision, recent improvements in Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) raise the question whether [...] Read more.
3D printing is an important part of orthognathic surgery by enabling accurate anatomical models for preoperative planning. While Stereolithography (SLA) is widely regarded as the gold standard due to its high precision, recent improvements in Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) raise the question whether PLA-based dental models can provide comparable dimensional accuracy at a lower cost. This study compares FDM and SLA dental models to evaluate whether FDM represents a clinically viable alternative. STL files derived from maxillary and mandibular intraoral scans (IOS) of 20 patients, yielding 40 dental models, were fabricated using both printing techniques. All models were aligned to the reference STL files and analyzed for dimensional deviations. SLA models demonstrated significantly higher dimensional accuracy than PLA-based FDM models, with lower maximum deviations from the reference STL (1.42 mm vs. 1.84 mm). Both techniques achieved clinically acceptable accuracy for splint fitting, with mean deviations below 0.05 mm. Regarding internal validity, both printers showed high reproducibility, although FDM models exhibited a higher median deviation compared to SLA models (0.0267 mm vs. 0.00145 mm). While SLA remains preferable for high-precision indications, FDM offers a cost-effective alternative for routine clinical use without compromising clinical applicability. Full article
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Degradation and Long-Term Response Evaluation of Polymeric Components Produced by Additive Manufacturing
by Claudia Solek, Jorge Crespo-Sánchez, Sergio Fuentes del Toro, Jorge Ayllón, Mariaenrica Frigione, Ana María Camacho, Juan Rodríguez-Hernández and Alvaro Rodríguez-Prieto
J. Manuf. Mater. Process. 2026, 10(3), 102; https://doi.org/10.3390/jmmp10030102 - 17 Mar 2026
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Additive manufacturing (AM) has rapidly evolved from a prototyping tool into an effective method for producing end-use components, thanks to its ability to produce complex, lightweight and customised parts. However, this technique requires a thorough understanding of the long-term behaviour and degradation mechanisms [...] Read more.
Additive manufacturing (AM) has rapidly evolved from a prototyping tool into an effective method for producing end-use components, thanks to its ability to produce complex, lightweight and customised parts. However, this technique requires a thorough understanding of the long-term behaviour and degradation mechanisms of components, especially when polymers are involved in the printing process. Unlike polymer components manufactured using traditional methods, polymers produced through AM exhibit unique microstructures, anisotropies, and interfacial characteristics due to the layer-by-layer fabrication process. These features can affect how these materials respond to thermal, mechanical and environmental stresses over time. Furthermore, technology-specific processing parameters directly govern porosity distribution, crystallinity evolution, interlayer bonding quality, and residual stress development, all of which are key factors for ensuring long-term performance. This review aims to support researchers in the development of durable additively manufactured polymer components by systematically analysing polymer degradation mechanisms, accelerated ageing and lifetime prediction methodologies. Following a PRISMA-based screening process, approximately 160 international standards relevant to polymer durability in additive manufacturing were selected from an initial corpus of about 620 documents for in-depth analysis. Processing–structure–property relationships specific to the AM processing of polymers, including the commonly used FFF (fused filament fabrication), SLA (stereolithography) and SLS (selective laser sintering), are examined in relation to crucial aspects for long-term structural integrity and degradation behaviour. Finally, limitations within the current normative framework are identified, emphasising the absence of process-aware durability assessment protocols and the need for dedicated standards tailored to additively manufactured polymer components. Full article
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Design Strategies for Enhanced Performance of 3D-Printed Microneedle Arrays
by Mahmood Razzaghi and Hamid Reza Bakhsheshi-Rad
J. Manuf. Mater. Process. 2026, 10(1), 31; https://doi.org/10.3390/jmmp10010031 - 12 Jan 2026
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Three-dimensional (3D) printing has transformed the development of microneedle arrays (MNAs) by enabling exceptional control over their geometry, distribution, materials, and functionality in a single-step, customizable process. This review represents a design-centric framework that organizes recent advancements in four interconnected levers: (i) individual [...] Read more.
Three-dimensional (3D) printing has transformed the development of microneedle arrays (MNAs) by enabling exceptional control over their geometry, distribution, materials, and functionality in a single-step, customizable process. This review represents a design-centric framework that organizes recent advancements in four interconnected levers: (i) individual microneedle (MN) geometry and size; (ii) patch-level MN distribution and multi-array architectures; (iii) computer-aided design (CAD), finite element analysis (FEA), computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML)-driven optimization; and (iv) manufacturing constraints and emerging solutions for scalability and reproducibility. Outcomes show that small changes in the radius of the MN’s tip, the MN’s aspect ratio, the MN’s internal lattice architecture, and the spacing of the array can dramatically influence their insertion force, mechanical reliability, payload capacity, and therapeutic coverage. Now, digital tools can bridge the design and experimental outcomes, while novel morphologies, hybrid materials, and theranostic integrations are expanding the clinical potential of MNs. The remaining challenges, resolution-versus-throughput trade-offs, biocompatibility, batch-to-batch consistency, and lack of testing standardization are examined alongside promising directions in high-throughput 3D printing, stimuli-responsive materials, and closed-loop systems. Finally, rational, model-guided design strategies are positioning 3D-printed MNAs as versatile platforms for painless, patient-specific drug delivery, diagnostics, and personalized medicine. Full article
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