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Additive manufacturing of biomaterials
Susmita Bose1, Dongxu Ke1, Himanshu Sahasrabudhe1
1W. M. Keck Biomedical Materials Research Lab, School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99164, United States.
Progress in Materials Science
|August 14, 2019
Summary
Additive manufacturing (AM) offers promising patient-specific biomaterial solutions for tissue restoration. Addressing AM challenges and material science is crucial for broader clinical adoption of these advanced biomedical devices.
Area of Science:
- Biomaterials Science
- Additive Manufacturing
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Biomaterials, both natural and synthetic, are essential for tissue engineering and improving human health.
- Additive manufacturing (AM) is an advanced layer-by-layer fabrication technique.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review key additive manufacturing methods for biomaterials.
- To discuss the application of AM in various treatment options.
- To highlight challenges and future directions for AM in clinical settings.
Main Methods:
- Introduction to fundamental additive manufacturing techniques.
- Exploration of diverse biomaterials utilized in AM.
- Analysis of current and potential applications in medical treatments.
Main Results:
- AM combined with biomaterials shows significant potential for patient-specific applications.
- The technology is already integrated into numerous commercial biomedical devices.
- Key challenges in AM methods and material selection for clinical needs are identified.
Conclusions:
- Overcoming technical challenges in AM and biomaterial selection is vital for clinical feasibility.
- Multidisciplinary research is essential to unlock the full potential of additive manufacturing in healthcare.
- Continued development is needed for broader clinical application of AM-fabricated biomaterials.
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