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Rupak Dua1, Zuri Rashad1, Joy Spears1
1Department of Chemical Engineering, School of Engineering & Technology, Hampton University, Hampton, VA 23668, USA.
Polymers
|November 27, 2021
Summary
3D-printed Polyether ether ketone (PEEK) offers excellent properties for diverse industries. This review highlights its growing applications, primarily using fused filament fabrication (FFF) or fused deposition modeling (FDM), with commercialization expected soon.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Polymer Engineering
- Additive Manufacturing
Background:
- Polyether ether ketone (PEEK) is a high-performance organic polymer.
- PEEK exhibits superior mechanical and chemical resistance.
- Additive manufacturing enables complex PEEK component fabrication.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the current applications of 3D-printed PEEK.
- To identify key industries utilizing 3D-printed PEEK.
- To assess the developmental stage and future commercialization potential of 3D-printed PEEK.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of articles published up to September 2021.
- Database searches for 3D-printed PEEK applications.
- Inclusion criteria applied to select relevant studies.
Main Results:
- Fused filament fabrication (FFF) and fused deposition modeling (FDM) are dominant 3D printing methods for PEEK.
- 3D-printed PEEK is explored in medical, chemical, aerospace, and electronics sectors.
- Most current applications remain in the research and development phase.
Conclusions:
- 3D-printed PEEK is a versatile material with broad industrial potential.
- Significant progress in PEEK additive manufacturing suggests imminent commercialization.
- Further research is driving the adoption of 3D-printed PEEK across multiple industries.
