Advancements in Additive Manufacturing and Sustainable Polymer Engineering: Innovations for Chemical and Material Science Applications
Dr. Raja Subramani
Dr. Prasanna R.
Dr. Janani V.
Dr. Vinoth Kanna I.
Dr. Vaishnavi M.
Dr. Karthikeyan S.
Dr. Sujitha V. S.
Dr. Bharath Baalji
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to explore the latest advancements in additive manufacturing and sustainable polymer engineering, particularly in the context of chemical engineering applications. The rapid evolution of material extrusion techniques, optimization strategies, and polymer composite development has opened new avenues for innovative and high-performance materials. This issue will highlight original research that integrates polymer technology, material synthesis, process optimization, and surface engineering to enhance chemical processing and sustainable engineering practices.
This Special Issue invites researchers, engineers, and scientists to contribute cutting-edge findings in the following key areas:
Key Topics of Interest:
1. Additive Manufacturing in Chemical Engineering:
o Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) and material extrusion innovations
o Optimization of process parameters for polymer-based components
o Composite polymer applications in chemical processing
2. Sustainable Polymer Technology:
o Development and applications of bio-based polymers
o Waste valorization through polymer recycling and reusability
o Superhydrophobic and self-curing polymers for environmental sustainability
3. Surface Engineering and Functionalized Materials:
o Chemical etching for enhanced surface properties
o Coatings, films, and advanced surface modification techniques
o Structural characterization of functionalized nanoparticles
4. Process Control and Optimization:
o System identification and parameter estimation for polymer processing
o Soft computing approaches for material behavior prediction
o Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) for heat and mass transfer
5. Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials in Chemical Engineering:
o Nanomaterials for catalysis, reaction kinetics, and separation processes
o Hydrothermal and sol-gel processing for polymer preparation
o Electrospinning and co-precipitation techniques for advanced material synthesis
6. Environmental and Bioprocess Engineering:
o Wastewater treatment and adsorption techniques
o Biochar, hydrochar, and fly ash applications in sustainability engineering
o Corrosion resistance, oxidation, and erosion control in polymer-based structures
Authors are invited to submit original research articles, review papers, case studies, and short communications that align with the theme of the special issue. All submissions will undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the highest quality of published work.
Leading Guest Editor:
Dr. Raja Subramani
Guest Editors:
Dr. Prasanna R.
Dr. Janani V.
Dr. Vinoth Kanna I.
Dr. Vaishnavi M.
Dr. Karthikeyan S.
Dr. Sujitha V. S.
Dr.Bharath Baalji
