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Polymer 3D Printing Review: Materials, Process, and Design Strategies for Medical Applications
Amit M E Arefin1, Nava Raj Khatri1, Nitin Kulkarni1
1Mechanical Engineering, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409, USA.
Polymers
|June 2, 2021
Summary
Polymer 3D printing offers versatile, low-cost medical solutions. Advances in materials, processes, and design strategies enhance functional part creation for applications like tissue scaffolds and implants.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Materials Science
- Additive Manufacturing
Background:
- Polymer 3D printing is rapidly advancing, with significant implications for the medical industry.
- Its advantages include low-cost production of functional parts with tailored properties.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent research in polymer 3D printing for medical applications.
- Focus areas include materials, processes, and design strategies.
Main Methods:
- Investigated advancements in polymer materials for enhanced mechanics and biocompatibility.
- Examined extrusion, resin, and powder 3D printing processes for directed material deposition.
- Analyzed design strategies like hierarchical material distribution for balancing properties.
Main Results:
- New polymers exhibit improved mechanical and biocompatibility characteristics.
- Printing parameters effectively tune mechanical properties.
- Hierarchical design strategies balance mechanical and biological requirements for tissue scaffolds.
Conclusions:
- Polymer 3D printing is crucial for developing customized medical devices and implants.
- Improved design methodologies are needed to fully leverage 3D printing's potential.
- Continued research will drive innovation in 3D-printed medical applications.
