Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Amit Bandyopadhyay, Kellen D. Traxel, Susmita Bose
Summary: The challenging task of emulating the unique combination of structural, compositional, and functional gradation found in natural materials has been facilitated by recent innovations in additive manufacturing (AM) or 3D Printing (3DP). These techniques enable the creation of structures with variations in material composition, structure, and performance, giving manufacturers an edge in designing components for highly-specialized applications in different industries.
MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING R-REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Mariajose Betancourt-Tovar, Enrique Cuan-Urquizo
Summary: This study presents a novel strategy for increasing the motion range of compliant joints by removing material using bio-inspired patterns. The patterns based on tortoise and armadillo shells successfully reduced the stiffness of the joints and achieved significant increases in displacement. Experimental measurements were in good agreement with computationally predicted properties.
ENGINEERING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY-AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL-JESTECH
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Manufacturing
Shakib Hyder Siddique, Paul J. Hazell, Hongxu Wang, Juan P. Escobedo, Ali A. H. Ameri
Summary: This paper explores the potential of biological structures as inspiration for high-performance mechanical structures and discusses the use of additive manufacturing techniques in creating biomimetic porous structures. It also provides a detailed overview of different types of biological porous structures and their engineering applications.
ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Biomedical
Mohammad Mirkhalaf, Yinghui Men, Rui Wang, Young No, Hala Zreiqat
Summary: 3D printed bone scaffolds have the potential to replace autografts and allografts due to their ability to customize the scaffolds' properties and the unlimited supply. Progress has been made in 3D printing bone grafts, but challenges remain in replicating the mechanical and biological functions of native bones. This review outlines the recent progress and challenges in engineering synthetic bone scaffolds and provides suggestions for overcoming these challenges.
ACTA BIOMATERIALIA
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Ansheed A. Raheem, Pearlin Hameed, Ruban Whenish, Renold S. Elsen, G. Aswin, Amit Kumar Jaiswal, Konda Gokuldoss Prashanth, Geetha Manivasagam
Summary: Biomimetics is a field that adapts principles from nature to fine-tune engineering designs to mimic biological structures and functions, mainly focusing on medical implants. Additive manufacturing, with its layer-by-layer construction, allows finer control over material placement, overcoming design challenges from conventional manufacturing methods. This review highlights the use of additive manufacturing in biomimetic 3D printing of ceramic, polymer, and metal implants closely resembling natural tissues.
Article
Polymer Science
Aniol Bosch, Enric Casanova-Batlle, Iuliana Constantin, Carles Rubio, Joaquim Ciurana, Antonio J. Guerra
Summary: In this study, an innovative manufacturing method for polymeric stent production using tubular stereolithography (SLA) technology is proposed for both bioresorbable stents (BRS) and ultrathin polymeric drug-eluting stents (DES). The effects of manufacturing process parameters were studied, and promising results were obtained, overcoming the limitations of previous technologies.
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Minghao Bi, Phuong Tran, Lingwei Xia, Guowei Ma, Yi Min Xie
Summary: This paper addresses the manufacturing constraints of 3D concrete printing (3DCP) within the framework of bi-directional evolutionary structural optimization (BESO) to integrate it with topology optimization (TO). Various methods, such as layer-wise sensitivity scheme, continuous extrusion constraint, anisotropic simulation, and domain segmentation, are proposed to achieve self-supporting designs, continuous printing operation, and modular construction.
ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Changlang Wu, Truong Tho Do, Phuong Tran
Summary: This paper introduces a novel composite material design inspired by the Peano curve, manufactured using PolyJet 3D printing technology. Mechanical properties were evaluated through experiments and calculations, demonstrating the significant influence of reinforcement design and alignment on material performance.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xinwei Li, Kian Meng Lim, Wei Zhai
Summary: The advent of advanced manufacturing technologies has the potential to create novel materials with unprecedented material properties. Through a specific manufacturing method, the discontinuous interpenetrating-phase composite (d-IPC) demonstrates unique mechanical properties and high energy absorption capability.
APPLIED MATERIALS TODAY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Yee Ling Yap, William Toh, Anthoni Giam, Feng Rong Yong, Keen Ian Chan, Justin Wei Sheng Tay, Soo Soon Teong, Rongming Lin, Teng Yong Ng
Summary: The increasing popularity of micro-unmanned aerial vehicles (micro-UAVs) among professionals and hobbyists is attributed to the advancement in additive manufacturing technology. Through the use of 3D-printing and topology optimization, ultra-lightweight micro-UAVs can be designed and manufactured without compromising their structural integrity. This article presents the characterization of Nylon 12 (PA12) material properties manufactured using selective laser sintering (SLS) and the application of topology optimization in designing a lightweight micro-quadcopter. The close correlation between numerical and experimental data validates the adoption of topology optimization and 3D printing for the design and rapid prototyping of micro-UAVs.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MECHANICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Amar M. Kamat, Yutao Pei, Bayu Jayawardhana, Ajay Giri Prakash Kottapalli
Summary: The study introduces a novel processing method for fabricating complex, bioinspired PDMS structures, including two flexible piezoresistive microelectromechanical (MEMS) sensors integrated into an electric shaver. This method involves 3D printing a thin-walled sacrificial metallic mold, soft polymer casting, and acidic etching of the mold, allowing for the creation of intricate structures that are challenging to achieve with current techniques.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Jordy Queiros Campos, Caroline R. Szczepanski, Marie Gabrielle Medici, Guilhem Godeau
Summary: The lack of drinkable water is a significant risk for humanity's future, leading to potential massive migrations and humanitarian disasters. Fog harvesting, which utilizes atmospheric water, is a solution of interest for providing potable water, but it suffers from low yield. In this study, inspired by living species, surfaces with high potential for water harvesting were designed and produced using 3D printing and post-printing functionalization. The wettability and potential for water harvesting applications were investigated, revealing significant variations in surface wettability through surface modification.
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
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Yun Lu Tee, H. Nguyen-Xuan, Phuong Tran
Summary: This paper investigates the bending behavior of porcupine quills and bioinspired Voronoi sandwich panels, aiming to understand the influence of geometrical design on their bending performance. X-ray micro-computed tomography is used to examine the internal morphology of the quill, revealing a functionally graded structure. Inspired by this, Voronoi sandwich panels are designed with Voronoi seed distribution and gradient transition configurations. Experimental results and simulations show that the graded panels exhibit better bending performance than the uniform panels. This study provides valuable insights for engineering applications in aerospace and automobile industries.
BIOINSPIRATION & BIOMIMETICS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Qifeng Qian, Jan Henk Kamps, Brian Price, Hao Gu, Ricky Wildman, Richard Hague, Belen Begines, Christopher Tuck
Summary: In this study, a 3D reactive inkjet printing method was developed to successfully fabricate bisphenol A-polycarbonate material, demonstrating the capability to broaden the range of AM materials to include engineering grade polymers.
ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Khashayar Mansourizadeh, Ayda Golahmadi, Ingrid Maria Paoletti, Maria Anishchenko
Summary: Dynamic building skins have been developed rapidly for energy control and visual comfort adjustment, with Nitinol helical springs considered a novel replacement due to their lightweight, passive actuation, and lower operating costs. A new dynamic mechanical system for shading purposes, utilizing solar energy, was proposed and its effectiveness was verified through experimental and numerical results.
BUILDING AND ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Andrea Giglio, Ingrid Paoletti, Giovanni Maria Conti
Summary: This paper explores the potential and future implementations of 3D textiles in architecture and fashion design, highlighting their capabilities and limitations through analysis of more than 10 real case studies.
APPLIED COMPOSITE MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Geological
Aleksei Kondratenko, Alper Kanyilmaz, Carlo Andrea Castiglioni, Francesco Morelli, Mohsen Kohrangi
Summary: AMSWs are compact storage systems that provide maximum storage density and substantial savings in terms of cost, space, and energy compared to traditional warehouses. Current seismic design approaches for AMSWs are questionable, as they do not consider the structural characteristics specific to AMSWs. Recommendations for future design provisions have been made to improve the seismic design safety of AMSWs.
BULLETIN OF EARTHQUAKE ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Olga Beatrice Carcassi, Pietro Minotti, Guillaume Habert, Ingrid Paoletti, Sophie Claude, Francesco Pittau
Summary: This research explores carbon removal through a novel bio-insulation composite called MycoBamboo, which combines bamboo particles and mycelium as a binder. The study analyzes the carbon footprint of a European bamboo plantation and the MycoBamboo composite, as well as its ability to remove CO2 throughout its lifecycle. The results demonstrate the importance of technical replacement scenarios and energy sources in mitigating climate change.
Review
Engineering, Manufacturing
Alper Kanyilmaz, Ali Gokhan Demir, Martina Chierici, Filippo Berto, Leroy Gardner, Sastry Yagnanna Kandukuri, Paul Kassabian, Takuya Kinoshita, Andrea Laurenti, Ingrid Paoletti, Anton du Plessis, Nima Razavi
Summary: The demand for new construction structures is increasing globally. Metal 3D printing, as a new technology, has the potential to reduce carbon emissions and increase resource efficiency in the construction industry. This paper discusses the potential benefits and applications of metal 3D printing in the construction sector.
ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
(2022)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Alper Kanyilmaz, Patricia Raquel Navarro Tichell, Daniele Loiacono
Summary: The conceptual design decisions have a major impact on a building project's safety, value, and environmental impact. However, senior engineers may be biased towards solutions within their expertise, which hinders the discovery of the best solutions considering various complex parameters. This article presents a genetic algorithm tool based on NSGA-II that analyzes a wide range of safe, economical, and low-CO2 options for conceptual building design, providing engineers with feasible solutions that cannot be evaluated through traditional design processes.
ENGINEERING APPLICATIONS OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Samantha Mora, Nicola M. Pugno, Diego Misseroni
Summary: This article reviews the latest studies on 3D printed lattice structures using photopolymers fabricated by Material Jetting techniques. The main factors influencing the printing process are analyzed, and the mechanical performance, advantages, limitations, and challenges of the 3D printed lattice materials are highlighted. Possible approaches for future research and areas to be addressed, including cost and environmental concerns, are also indicated.
Article
Engineering, Civil
M. Latour, S. Di Benedetto, A. Saldutti, G. Rizzano, A. Kanylmaz, C. A. Castiglioni
Summary: 3D laser cutting technology is a new automated industrial process that can produce high-precision three-dimensional cutting shapes and is thirty times faster than traditional methods. This technology can optimize welding quantity and costs, and increase the quality level.
THIN-WALLED STRUCTURES
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Alessandro Menghini, Alper Kanyilmaz, Luis Calado, Carlo Andrea Castiglioni
Summary: Laser cutting technology allows for precise cuts and welding of truss members, resulting in increased joint strength. Experimental tests show that Warren-type structures with laser-cut connections have 20% higher strength compared to structures with directly welded joints.
JOURNAL OF STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Martina Chierici, Ali Gokhan Demir, Alper Kanyilmaz, Filippo Berto, Carlo Andrea Castiglioni, Barbara Previtali
Summary: The demand for improved free-form steel structures in the construction sector is increasing. Structural nodes, characterized by large dimensions, can utilize the geometrical freedom of metal additive manufacturing (MAM) processes. Laser powder bed fusion (LPBF), the most developed MAM process, has size limitations. To overcome these limitations, hybrid components are produced by welding LPBF plates to traditionally manufactured beams. This study investigates the mechanical behavior of such hybrid steel components.
PROGRESS IN ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Alper Kanyilmaz, Mussie Birhane, Roy Fishwick, Carlos del Castillo
Summary: The construction industry is crucial in addressing climate change, carbon emissions, and resource consumption. Urgent action is needed to reduce carbon emissions associated with steel production and construction processes to achieve a low-emission built environment. This article discusses the challenges of reusing structural steel elements and proposes solutions leveraging digital technologies and artificial intelligence, aiming to promote reuse practices and minimize the environmental impact of steel construction.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF STEEL STRUCTURES
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Jorge M. Proenca, Luis Calado, Alper Kanyilmaz
Summary: The article presents the development of a novel dissipative bracing connection device (DRBrC) for concentrically braced frames in steel and composite structures. It traces its origins back to the seminal work of Kelly, Skinner, and Heine in 1972 and aims to overcome the limitations of the PIN-INERD device while improving replaceability. The connection device consists of a rigid housing connected to the brace and the beam-column connection, achieving axial force transfer through four-point bending of a dissipative pin. Experimental validation stages include preliminary testing and a systematic parametric testing campaign.
STEEL AND COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Alper Kanyilmaz, Van Hoi Dang, Aleksei Kondratenko
Summary: This study shows the impact of conceptual design decisions on the cost and carbon footprint of building structures. By using the Non-dominated Sorted Genetic Algorithm II tool, sustainable design alternatives can be identified quickly by examining various conceptual design solutions on a Pareto graph.