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3D Printing of Polymer and Polymer Matrix Composites

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This chapter provides information on the efficient utilization of polymer and polymeric composites with the aid of 3D printing. Polymer materials encompass a broad range of materials, including thermoplastics, photopolymers, and composites. This diversity offers a versatile palette for creating complex structures with specific mechanical, thermal, and chemical characteristics. It is easier to produce prototypes, specialized parts, and end-use components for industries with rapid design evolution and on-demand production capabilities, which meets the changing demands of the market and encourages the shift towards more environmentally friendly and productive manufacturing techniques. Furthermore, it explored the significant influence of polymers in the field of additive manufacturing, emphasizing their distinct characteristics and the diverse range of uses they provide. Polymer integration in 3D printing technologies has transformed production in a numerous sector and allowed for many novel applications and uses. The overview of polymer-based 3D printing procedures emphasizes the importance of material choice, processing settings, and design details for achieving the functional requirements. Thus, the incorporation of polymers into 3D printing has completely changed the standards of production and has an extensive number of uses in a wide range of sectors. The flexibility, adaptability, and material variety of polymers in additive manufacturing highlight their critical role in influencing the direction of production and providing opportunities for innovative ideas and continual advancements.

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    Wahab Abdul, Hari Prasaath Durgaiahsangam, Sri Kalyana Rama Jyosyula, Mohd Ataullah Khan & Mohd Ataullah Khan

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Abdul, W., Durgaiahsangam, H., Jyosyula, S., Khan, M.A. (2024). 3D Printing of Polymer and Polymer Matrix Composites. In: Moharana, S., Sahu, B.B., Nayak, A.K., Tiwari, S.K. (eds) Polymer Composites. Engineering Materials. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-2075-0_9

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