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Research Progress on Preparation Technology, Structure Optimization and Properties of 3D-Printed Porous Ceramics.
Qintao Shen1,2,3,4, Peng Wang1,2,3, Chao Ding1,2,3
1Zhejiang Key Laboratory of Aerospace Metallic Materials, Hangzhou City University, Hangzhou 310015, China.
Materials (Basel, Switzerland)
|June 26, 2026
Summary
3D printing (additive manufacturing) offers advanced control over porous ceramic structures, overcoming limitations of traditional methods for high-temperature insulation and aerospace applications. This technology enables tailored properties and complex designs, paving the way for improved performance and broader engineering use.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Additive Manufacturing
- Ceramic Engineering
Background:
- Porous ceramics are vital for high-temperature insulation and aerospace due to thermal stability and low density.
- Traditional ceramic preparation methods face challenges in pore structure control, mechanical stability, and production time.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review advancements in 3D-printed porous ceramics.
- To analyze preparation technologies, structure optimization, and performance regulation.
- To provide a reference for selecting technologies and optimizing designs for engineering applications.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of traditional ceramic preparation techniques and their limitations.
- Detailed examination of four 3D printing methods: Binder Jetting, Material Extrusion, Vat Photopolymerization, and Material Jetting.
- Discussion of structure-property optimization strategies, including Triply Periodic Minimal Surface (TPMS) designs and computational modeling.
Main Results:
- 3D printing enables precise fabrication of complex porous ceramic structures with tailored properties.
- Comparison of different 3D printing technologies for porous ceramics, highlighting their mechanisms and performance.
- Strategies for balancing thermal insulation and mechanical properties through structural design and simulation.
Conclusions:
- 3D printing significantly enhances the controllability and performance of porous ceramics.
- Optimized structural designs and advanced modeling are key to achieving desired material properties.
- Future trends point towards wider engineering applications of 3D-printed porous ceramics in high-value sectors.
