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  • Materials Science
  • Engineering
  • Manufacturing Technology

Background:

  • Additive manufacturing (AM) has evolved over three decades, with microscale AM emerging as a rapidly advancing research area.
  • Significant progress in microscale AM processes and applications has been achieved, yet practical implementation faces hurdles.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current microscale AM processes, materials, and applications.
  • To identify future research needs in microscale AM.
  • To discuss the necessity of specialized design methodologies for microscale fabrication.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of microscale additive manufacturing technologies.
  • Analysis of design constraints and limitations at the microscale.
  • Comparative assessment of processes and materials for microscale AM.

Main Results:

  • Microscale AM technologies present unique challenges in design, materials, and fabrication of 3D structures.
  • Existing AM limitations at the microscale necessitate tailored design approaches.
  • Selection of appropriate processes and materials is crucial for successful microscale AM.

Conclusions:

  • Further research is needed to address the limitations of microscale AM.
  • Development and implementation of specialized design methodologies are essential for advancing microscale AM.
  • Bridging the gap between microscale AM capabilities and application requirements is critical.