Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Muhammad Asif Ali Rehmani, Swapna A. Jaywant, Khalid Mahmood Arif
Summary: This paper explores the use of fused deposition modeling (FDM) for printing microchannels, comparing the size, flow rate, and printing accuracy of two low-cost desktop printers. It also highlights the geometry-dependent printing issues of microchannels, pressure changes in complex geometries, and the potential for leaks at certain flow rates in FDM printed parts without pre or post processing.
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
John C. S. McCaw, Trevor J. Fleck, Viridiana Tejada-Ortigoza, Bhavesh Patel, Steven F. Son, I. Emre Gunduz, Osvaldo Campanella, Jeffrey F. Rhoads
Summary: The manufacturing of engineered foods is a rapidly growing area, but current methods are limited to simple homogeneous food materials and require material modifications for extrusion. Vibration-Assisted Printing is a modified direct-write approach that can print high-viscosity materials with faster fabrication speed and high geometric precision.
ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
(2022)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
John M. Gardner, Christopher J. Stelter, Godfrey Sauti, Jae-Woo Kim, Edward A. Yashin, Russell A. Wincheski, Hannes C. Schniepp, Emilie J. Siochi
Summary: Expanding the variety of high-temperature/high-performance polymer 3D printing feedstocks is crucial for wider adoption in aerospace applications. Open-source printers provide a potential platform for introducing new materials, but they are not capable of printing high-temperature polymers by default. To address this issue, we developed an open-source-based 3D printer with enhanced environment controls that enable printing of high-temperature polymers without damaging the machine.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hossein Najaf Zadeh, Daniel Bowles, Tim Huber, Don Clucas
Summary: Screen-additive manufacturing (SAM) is a potential method for producing small intricate parts without waste generation, offering minimal production cost. This study presents the developed method of SAM for the fabrication of complex-shaped cellulose gel and examines whether successive printing layers can be completed without delamination. Design of Experiments (DoE) was applied to optimize the SAM settings for printing the novel cellulose-based gel structure.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mia Carrola, Amir Asadi, Han Zhang, Dimitrios G. Papageorgiou, Emiliano Bilotti, Hilmar Koerner
Summary: The combination of nanomaterials and additive manufacturing can bring impressive properties, but achieving cooperative synergistic effects and novel material properties requires deeper research. By studying the cooperative effects at processing, morphological, and architectural levels, material performance can be improved, emerging properties explored, and the additive manufacturing process enhanced.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Guo Liu, Xiaofeng Zhang, Xuliang Chen, Yunhu He, Lizi Cheng, Mengke Huo, Jianan Yin, Fengqian Hao, Siyao Chen, Peiyu Wang, Shenghui Yi, Lei Wan, Zhengyi Mao, Zhou Chen, Xu Wang, Zhaowenbo Cao, Jian Lu
Summary: Over the past 30 years, 3D printing technology has seen rapid development and widespread adoption, with a trade-off between printing resolution and scalability/speed. Various materials have great potential for application in additive manufacturing, driving rapid and tremendous development of materials and methods.
MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING R-REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Cyriaque Amerein, Utsab Banerjee, Zhenfeng Pang, Wenqing Lu, Vanessa Pimenta, Kong Ooi Tan
Summary: 3D printing technology has been widely used to produce cost-effective and high-precision parts. Recent studies have demonstrated its potential in fabricating magic-angle spinning (MAS) systems in solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. In this study, it is shown that affordable benchtop 3D printers can produce MAS drive caps with similar quality to commercial versions, and even smaller caps with slight compromise in performance. The low-cost and fast in-house fabrication of MAS drive caps enables easy prototyping of new models and opens up possibilities for new NMR applications.
JOURNAL OF MAGNETIC RESONANCE
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Xin Ning Zhang, Qiang Zheng, Zi Liang Wu
Summary: This paper reviews the recent progress in 3D printing of tough hydrogels and their applications. It provides an overview of the advantages and requirements of tough hydrogel systems for specific 3D printing technologies, and summarizes the network structures, mechanical performances, toughening mechanisms, and representative applications of the printed tough hydrogels. It also discusses the recent advances in 4D printing of tough hydrogels as a prospective direction for soft actuators and robots.
COMPOSITES PART B-ENGINEERING
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Jie Zhu, Peiwen Wu, Yanhong Chao, Jiangtao Yu, Wenshuai Zhu, Zhichang Liu, Chunming Xu
Summary: Three-dimensional (3D) printing is revolutionizing the design and manufacturing of 3D objects by transforming digital models into solid models. In the field of catalysis, 3D printing technology offers new possibilities and is widely applied in related catalytic reactions and processes.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Juan J. Espada, Rosalia Rodriguez, Alejandro de la Pena, Mar Ramos, Jose L. Segura, Esther M. Sanchez-Carnerero
Summary: This study aims to assess the environmental impact of using an imine-based covalent organic framework (RT-COF-1) for surface printing (Case A) and 3D inkjet printing (Case B) through life cycle assessment (LCA) methodology. The results show that monomer synthesis is the main contributor to environmental impacts in both cases, and solvents used in Case A also have a significant contribution. Case B has lower environmental impacts compared to Case A. Furthermore, RT-COF-1 compares favorably with polymerizable ionic liquids (PILs) in terms of environmental performance for 3D printing.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Chemical
Xin Qian, Mayur Ostwal, Ayse Asatekin, Geoffrey M. Geise, Zachary P. Smith, William A. Phillip, Ryan P. Lively, Jeffrey R. McCutcheon
Summary: The combination of membrane separation technology and additive manufacturing offers new opportunities for membrane manufacturing, including increased customization and expanded materials capabilities. This review evaluates the progress in using printing to manufacture membranes and discusses the limitations and opportunities for enhancing existing membrane technology and expanding membranes into other industries.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Ezgi Pulatsu, Mengshi Lin
Summary: This review article summarizes recent advances in 3D food printing with a focus on current approaches to define the printability, optimize food ink formulas, mechanisms of AM technology, and suitability of food materials for 3D printing. Systematic manufacturing approach is crucial for understanding the 3DP process, and framing each step in the workflow may simplify research steps and accelerate high-quality 3DP for food applications. Redefining printability and summarizing existing approaches to obtain printable food materials will lay the foundation for future studies in this field.
TRENDS IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Ketan Thakare, Laura Jerpseth, Zhijian Pei, Bryan Tomlin, Hongmin Qin
Summary: The biological approach of using algae for copper removal offers advantages of low cost and environmental friendliness, but currently faces technological barriers. Experimental results demonstrate that hydrogel filters containing algae cells outperform those without algae cells in removing copper.
JOURNAL OF MANUFACTURING SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING-TRANSACTIONS OF THE ASME
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Chang-Uk Lee, Kyle C. H. Chin, Andrew J. Boydston
Summary: Researchers have developed a new technology called HAPPI, which achieves additive manufacturing of commercial thermoset resins through thermally driven chemical reactions. This technology combines the geometric advantages of photopolymerization with the material properties of commercial silicone formulations. Experimental results demonstrate the feasibility of HAPPI technology in targeted applications.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Mehran Dadkhah, Jean-Marc Tulliani, Abdollah Saboori, Luca Iuliano
Summary: This review provides an overview of the challenges in additive manufacturing of ceramics compared to polymers and metals, and discusses the recent progress and current challenges in producing complex shaped ceramic components via AM technologies. The state of the art in 3D printing processes for ceramic fabrication is discussed, including their advantages, disadvantages, and potential applications. The potential and challenges of AM in producing complex shape ceramic components are also explored.
JOURNAL OF THE EUROPEAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Nima Asgari, Matthew T. McDonald, Joshua M. Pearce
Summary: Greenhouses provide fresh food by extending growing seasons, but high carbon emissions and energy costs limit their application. Utilizing waste heat from cryptocurrency mining can reduce greenhouse heating costs. A thermal model was developed to estimate the heating and cooling demands of greenhouses, and experimental evaluation showed the potential of cryptocurrency mining for heating. Parametric analysis demonstrated the economic profitability of using waste heat depending on utility rates and Bitcoin value.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Sudhachandra Masna, Stephen M. Morse, Koami Soulemane Hayibo, Joshua M. Pearce
Summary: This study investigates the retrofitting of existing animal fencing on farms for vertical-mounted photovoltaic (PV) racking, in order to reduce the capital cost of agrivoltaic systems. Different types of fences and wind load calculations are analyzed to determine the feasibility of fence-based PV racking across the U.S. The results show that retrofitting PV modules on existing fencing can save costs and lower the levelized cost of electricity, but further research is needed to assess the full benefits of vertical PV agricultural fencing on a global scale.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Uzair Jamil, Abigail Bonnington, Joshua M. Pearce
Summary: Canada aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase the non-emitting share of electricity generation to 90% by 2030. This study shows that agrivoltaics, the combination of solar photovoltaic systems and agriculture, have the potential to provide a significant portion of Canada's electricity needs. By using a small percentage of agricultural lands, agrivoltaic systems can potentially supply between a quarter and more than one third of Canada's electricity demand. This presents an opportunity for sustainable electricity generation, electrification of transportation and heating, economic growth in the computing sector, and help eliminate fossil fuel dependence in the US through green electricity exports.
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Dheeraj Choppara, Alysia Garmulewicz, Joshua M. Pearce
Summary: The purpose of this study is to protect the 3D printing industry from innovation stagnation caused by patenting obvious materials by using an open-source approach. An open-source algorithm was implemented in Python to identify obvious 3D printing materials, and compound combinations of two and three constituents were tested. The results show the potential of an open-source system to generate suitable printing materials for specific business cases based on desired material properties.
JOURNAL OF MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Morgan C. Woods, Apoorv Kulkarni, Joshua M. Pearce
Summary: Concrete contributes 8% of global carbon emissions, so finding substitutes is critical for environmental sustainability. Research shows that recycled plastics can be used as alternatives. This study investigates the use of polycarbonate in plastic sand bricks as a mechanical equivalent to concrete. Polycarbonate demonstrates high compressive strength and other desirable properties.
JOURNAL OF COMPOSITES SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Maryam Mottaghi, Yuntian Bai, Apoorv Kulkarni, Joshua M. Pearce
Summary: This study provides designs of an open source bottle roller that is compatible with distributed digital manufacturing using 3-D printed parts and readily-available commercial components. The cost of the open source system is 86% less expensive than the most affordable proprietary bottle roller on the market, while offering enhanced capabilities. The design can be adapted to the user's needs, and is already compatible with low profile incubators and capable of being operated at elevated temperatures.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Dawei Liu, Apoorv Kulkarni, Victoria F. Jaqua, Christina A. Cole, Joshua M. Pearce
Summary: This article presents a small, transportable, open-source 3D-printed tourniquet tester that can be used to measure the operating force of tourniquets in the field or in distributed manufacturing facilities. The tester has significant economic and operational advantages compared to proprietary counterparts on the market.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Anjutha Selvaraj, Apoorv Kulkarni, J. M. Pearce
Summary: Autoinjectors are popular medical devices used for drug delivery, and the market for these devices is rapidly growing. However, they can be expensive for consumers, limiting their accessibility. This study presents the design and manufacture of a low-cost autoinjector, using 3D printing and open-source hardware. The device was tested for safety and dosing accuracy, showing promising results. Future work is needed to make distributed manufacturing of such medical devices feasible and reliable.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Christopher Baldus-Jeursen, Aliaksei L. Petsuik, Sophie-Anne Rheault, Sophie Pelland, Alexandre Cote, Yves Poissant, Joshua M. Pearce
Summary: This study compares two snow loss models widely used in the solar photovoltaic industry to forecast energy losses due to snow. The study found that the Townsend and Powers model provides a closer approximation of annual energy losses than the Marion et al. model. However, there is still room for improvement in these models to provide accurate snow loss predictions.
IEEE JOURNAL OF PHOTOVOLTAICS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Shane Oberloier, Nicholas G. Whisman, Finn Hafting, Joshua M. Pearce
Summary: Although open source DAQ systems have been published, closed source proprietary systems are still widely used despite their high costs. However, the high costs limit access to high-quality DAQ in low-resource settings. While the global library of open source electronic designs is expanding rapidly, current open source devices often lack the ability to scale up or easily integrate with other designs. This article introduces and tests a new framework, the Broadly Reconfigurable and Expandable Automation Device (BREAD), which allows for the development of new open source electronics with plug-and-play functionality.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Jack E. Peplinski, Joshua M. Pearce
Summary: Despite the Canadian federal government's $3.1 billion investment in health information technology (HIT), each of the 10 provinces still maintains separate HIT systems that are costly, inconsistent, and lack interoperability. This paper proposes the use of HermesAPI, a free and open-source software, to integrate the common functions of billing, lab results, and diagnostic imaging across these systems. The study found that implementing HermesAPI would save a total of CAD$6.4 million by reducing development costs for private EMR companies, while also promoting competition and improving patient care.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SYSTEMS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Riya Roy, Joshua M. Pearce
Summary: This study compares the lifecycle costs and environmental impacts of rooftop and utility-scale solar PV systems, and finds that rooftop systems have lower energy and CO2 emissions, as well as shorter energy payback times.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ryan A. Williams, Daniel J. Lizzadro-McPherson, Joshua M. Pearce
Summary: Estimations of snow loss in solar photovoltaic systems in northern latitudes are crucial for project financing and long-term performance guarantees. This study shows that as the climate changes, snow losses for PV systems in most of North America are expected to decrease, with some areas potentially experiencing reductions below 5% within 20 years.
Article
Thermodynamics
Seyyed Ali Sadat, Jonathan Takahashi, Joshua M. Pearce
Summary: This paper introduces SAMA, an open-source microgrid optimization software designed to economically optimize hybrid energy systems using specific load configurations and meteorological data. The validation results show congruence between SAMA and Homer Pro. SAMA can be used for various applications and has unique features, while also allowing for customization according to user needs.
ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Koami Soulemane Hayibo, Joshua M. Pearce
Summary: This study explores the energy performance of a free-swinging bifacial solar photovoltaic rack and finds that it generates more energy than a vertical fixed-tilt PV system while having lower costs.
