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Mladen Šercer1, Tonči Rezić2, Damir Godec1
1Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture, Ivana Lučića 5, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia.
Food Technology and Biotechnology
|September 21, 2019
Summary
This study details 3D printing a microreactor using PolyJet Matrix technology and acrylic resin. Hydrodynamic characterization assessed its performance and potential applications for microfluidic systems.
Area of Science:
- Chemical Engineering
- Materials Science
- Microfluidics
Background:
- Microreactors offer enhanced control and efficiency in chemical processes.
- Additive manufacturing provides novel fabrication routes for complex microfluidic devices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the production methodology of a 3D-printed microreactor using PolyJet Matrix technology.
- To evaluate the hydrodynamic characteristics of the fabricated microreactor for single-phase flow applications.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing PolyJet Matrix 3D printing with acrylic resin to fabricate the microreactor.
- Employing experimental and numerical methods for geometric evaluation and hydrodynamic characterization.
- Assessing operational limits and potential applications based on flow behavior within microchannels.
Main Results:
- Successful fabrication of a microreactor with intricate geometry via PolyJet Matrix 3D printing.
- Comprehensive hydrodynamic characterization revealing operational parameters for single-phase flow.
- Identification of performance limitations and areas for future microreactor enhancement.
Conclusions:
- PolyJet Matrix technology is a viable method for producing acrylic resin microreactors.
- Hydrodynamic characterization is crucial for understanding and optimizing microreactor performance.
- The 3D-printed microreactor shows promise for various microfluidic applications.
