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Scope & Guideline
Transforming Ideas into Reality with Speed and Precision
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Additive Manufacturing Technologies:
The journal covers various additive manufacturing technologies, including material extrusion, powder bed fusion, stereolithography, and binder jetting, exploring their principles, applications, and advancements. - Material Characterization and Development:
Research on new materials suitable for additive manufacturing, including polymers, metals, ceramics, and composites, with a focus on their mechanical properties, microstructures, and processing techniques. - Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM):
Studies on design methodologies and frameworks that optimize part performance and manufacturability in additive processes, including topology optimization and bespoke design approaches. - Process Optimization and Control:
Investigation of process parameters influencing the quality and performance of additively manufactured parts, including thermal management, layer adhesion, and defect detection. - Application in Medical and Aerospace Industries:
Research that applies additive manufacturing to critical sectors such as healthcare and aerospace, focusing on custom implants, prosthetics, and lightweight structures. - Sustainability and Recycling:
Exploration of sustainable practices in additive manufacturing, including the use of recycled materials and energy-efficient processes. - Integration with Industry 4.0:
The journal discusses the integration of additive manufacturing with digital technologies, including machine learning, data analytics, and automation for smart manufacturing.
Trending and Emerging
- Machine Learning and AI in AM:
The integration of machine learning and artificial intelligence for process optimization, defect detection, and predictive modeling is gaining momentum, showcasing the potential for smarter manufacturing solutions. - Multi-Material and Hybrid Printing:
Research in multi-material additive manufacturing is on the rise, focusing on the development of hybrid systems that combine different materials for enhanced functionalities and properties. - Bioprinting and Medical Applications:
The application of additive manufacturing in bioprinting and the production of personalized medical devices is increasingly prominent, reflecting a growing interest in healthcare innovations. - Sustainability in AM:
There is a notable trend towards sustainability, with research focusing on recycling methods, eco-friendly materials, and energy-efficient processes in additive manufacturing. - Advanced Material Composites:
The exploration of advanced composite materials, including bio-composites and functionalized materials, is trending, as researchers seek to enhance performance and application range. - Digital Twin and Industry 4.0 Integration:
The application of digital twin technology and IoT in additive manufacturing processes is emerging, emphasizing real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and process optimization. - 4D Printing and Smart Materials:
Research on 4D printing, which involves materials that change properties over time, is becoming increasingly relevant, particularly in applications requiring adaptive and responsive designs.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Manufacturing Comparisons:
Research comparing additive manufacturing processes with traditional manufacturing methods has become less prevalent as the focus shifts towards unique benefits of AM, rather than direct comparisons. - Basic Process Descriptions:
Papers providing basic descriptions of additive manufacturing processes are declining, as the audience seeks more in-depth analyses, optimizations, and applications rather than introductory content. - General Reviews without Novel Insights:
Comprehensive reviews that do not present new data or insights are being published less frequently, as the journal aims for contributions that provide fresh perspectives or advancements in the field. - Limited Focus on Single Material Studies:
There is a noticeable decrease in studies focusing solely on single materials without considering their applications, hybridization, or functional enhancements, as the field moves towards more complex material systems. - Conventional Design Approaches:
Traditional design methodologies that do not leverage the unique capabilities of additive manufacturing are being overshadowed by innovative DfAM strategies that emphasize optimization and customization.
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