Additive Manufacturing
Scope & Guideline
Transforming the Future of Production Technologies
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Materials Development and Characterization:
Research on new materials suitable for additive manufacturing, including polymers, metals, ceramics, and composites, focusing on their mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. - Process Optimization and Innovation:
Studies aimed at improving additive manufacturing processes, including Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF), and Binder Jetting, through optimization of parameters and innovative methodologies. - Application in Biomedical Engineering:
Exploration of additive manufacturing applications in the biomedical field, such as tissue engineering, drug delivery systems, and the creation of custom prosthetics. - Sustainability and Eco-friendly Practices:
Research focused on sustainable practices in additive manufacturing, including the use of biodegradable materials, recycling processes, and energy-efficient manufacturing techniques. - Integration of Advanced Technologies:
The incorporation of technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and digital twins to enhance the design, monitoring, and optimization of additive manufacturing processes. - Multiscale and Multifunctional Structures:
Development of complex, multifunctional, and hierarchical structures that utilize the unique capabilities of additive manufacturing to meet specific engineering requirements.
Trending and Emerging
- 4D Printing and Smart Materials:
Research on four-dimensional (4D) printing, which involves materials that can change shape or properties in response to external stimuli, is gaining traction. This trend reflects the growing interest in creating intelligent systems that can adapt and respond dynamically. - Bioprinting and Tissue Engineering:
The focus on bioprinting and the development of tissue-engineered constructs is rapidly expanding, driven by advances in materials and methods that allow for the creation of complex biological structures. - Digital Manufacturing and Automation:
The integration of digital technologies such as AI, machine learning, and automation in additive manufacturing processes is emerging as a key area of interest, enhancing efficiency and enabling real-time monitoring. - Sustainable Practices and Materials:
Increased emphasis on sustainability in additive manufacturing, including the development of eco-friendly materials and processes, reflects a growing awareness of environmental impacts and the need for sustainable manufacturing solutions. - Advanced Applications in Aerospace and Automotive Industries:
There is a rising trend in the application of additive manufacturing in the aerospace and automotive sectors, focusing on lightweight structures, complex geometries, and performance optimization. - Simulation and Modeling Techniques:
The use of advanced simulation and modeling techniques to predict the behavior of materials and processes in additive manufacturing is becoming increasingly important, driving innovation and improving manufacturing outcomes.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Manufacturing Comparisons:
Research comparing additive manufacturing with traditional manufacturing methods, such as machining or injection molding, has decreased as the industry shifts focus to hybrid manufacturing techniques that combine both approaches. - Basic Process Descriptions and Overviews:
Papers providing general descriptions or reviews of additive manufacturing processes are becoming less common as researchers seek more specific insights and advanced applications rather than foundational knowledge. - Low-Technology Applications:
There is a marked decline in studies related to low-technology applications of additive manufacturing, such as basic prototyping, as the focus shifts towards high-value applications in specialized industries. - Single Material Systems:
Research on single material systems is less prevalent as the trend moves towards multi-material and composite structures that leverage the capabilities of additive manufacturing to create more complex and functional components.
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