Applied Chemical Engineering

Advancements in 3D printing materials: A comparative analysis of performance and applications

Raja Subramani

Center for Additive Manufacturing, Chennai Institute of Technology

Mohammed Ahmed Mustafa

Department of Medical Laboratory Technology

Ghadir Kamil Ghadir

College of Pharmacy, Al-Farahidi University

Hayder Musaad Al-Tmimi

Department of Pathological Analysis, College of Health Medical Techniques

Zaid Khalid Alani

Department of Pathological Analysis, College of Health Medical Techniques

Maher Ali Rusho

Lockheed Martin Performance-Based Master of Engineering in Engineering Management (ME-EM) Degree Program, University of Colorado Boulder

N. Rajeswari

Department of Mechanical Engineering, Surya Engineering College

D. Haridas

Department of Physics, Saveetha School of Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS)

A. John Rajan

Department of Manufacturing Engineering, School of Mechanical Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology

Avvaru Praveen Kumar

Department of Applied Chemistry, School of Applied Natural Science, Adama Science and Technology University

DOI: https://doi.org/10.59429/ace.v7i2.3867

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Abstract

3D printing has rapidly evolved and matured in recent years, with a key factor being the improvement in printing materials. This paper compares the performance and applications of various 3D printing materials, including plastics, metals, ceramics, and biomaterials. Plastics remain the most widely used material due to their low cost and ease of printing, while metals are gaining popularity due to their superior mechanical properties. However, recent advancements in ceramic and biomaterials have opened up new possibilities for 3D printing in industries such as aerospace, healthcare, and electronics. The comparative analysis provides insights into the strengths and limitations of each material, and how they can be optimized for specific applications. With continuous developments in 3D printing technology and materials, the potential for this technology to revolutionize manufacturing and other industries is promising.

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