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Pivar M, Vrabič-Brodnjak U, Leskovšek M, Gregor-Svetec D, Muck D. Material Compatibility in 4D Printing: Identifying the Optimal Combination for Programmable Multi-Material Structures. Polymers (Basel) 2024; 16:2138. [PMID: 39125164 PMCID: PMC11313936 DOI: 10.3390/polym16152138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2024] [Revised: 07/22/2024] [Accepted: 07/24/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024] Open
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This study identifies the optimal combination of active and passive thermoplastic materials for producing multi-material programmable 3D structures. These structures can undergo shape changes with varying radii of curvature over time when exposed to hot water. The research focuses on examining the thermal, thermomechanical, and mechanical properties of active (PLA) and passive (PRO-PLA, ABS, and TPU) materials. It also includes the experimental determination of the radius of curvature of the programmed 3D structures. The pairing of active PLA with passive PRO-PLA was found to be the most effective for creating complex programmable 3D structures capable of two-sided transformation. This efficacy is attributed to the adequate apparent shear strength, significant differences in thermomechanical shrinkage between the two materials, identical printing parameters for both materials, and the lowest bending storage modulus of PRO-PLA among the passive materials within the activation temperature range. Multi-material 3D printing has also proven to be a suitable method for producing programmable 3D structures for practical applications such as phone stands, phone cases, door hangers, etc. It facilitates the programming of the active material and ensures the dimensional stability of the passive components of programmable 3D structures during thermal activation.
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- Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engineering, University of Ljubljana, Snežniška 5, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia; (M.P.); (U.V.-B.); (M.L.); (D.G.-S.)
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Dong H, Weng T, Zheng K, Sun H, Chen B. Review: Application of 3D Printing Technology in Soft Robots. 3D PRINTING AND ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING 2024; 11:954-976. [PMID: 39359605 PMCID: PMC11442412 DOI: 10.1089/3dp.2023.0127] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/04/2024]
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Soft robots, inspired by living organisms in nature, are primarily made of soft materials, and can be used to perform delicate tasks due to their high flexibility, such as grasping and locomotion. However, it is a challenge to efficiently manufacture soft robots with complex functions. In recent years, 3D printing technology has greatly improved the efficiency and flexibility of manufacturing soft robots. Unlike traditional subtractive manufacturing technologies, 3D printing, as an additive manufacturing method, can directly produce parts of high quality and complex geometry for soft robots without manual errors or costly post-processing. In this review, we investigate the basic concepts and working principles of current 3D printing technologies, including stereolithography, selective laser sintering, material extrusion, and material jetting. The advantages and disadvantages of fabricating soft robots are discussed. Various 3D printing materials for soft robots are introduced, including elastomers, shape memory polymers, hydrogels, composites, and other materials. Their functions and limitations in soft robots are illustrated. The existing 3D-printed soft robots, including soft grippers, soft locomotion robots, and wearable soft robots, are demonstrated. Their application in industrial, manufacturing, service, and assistive medical fields is discussed. We summarize the challenges of 3D printing at the technical level, material level, and application level. The prospects of 3D printing technology in the field of soft robots are explored.
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- Hui Dong
- School of Mechanical Engineering and Automation, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou, China
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- School of Mechanical Engineering and Automation, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou, China
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- School of Mechanical Engineering and Automation, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou, China
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- School of Mechanical Engineering and Automation, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou, China
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- School of Mechanical Engineering and Automation, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou, China
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Banks JD, Emami A. Carbon-Based Piezoresistive Polymer Nanocomposites by Extrusion Additive Manufacturing: Process, Material Design, and Current Progress. 3D PRINTING AND ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING 2024; 11:e548-e571. [PMID: 38689914 PMCID: PMC11057547 DOI: 10.1089/3dp.2022.0153] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/02/2024]
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Advancement in additive manufacturing (AM) allows the production of nanocomposites with complex and custom geometries not typically allowable with conventional manufacturing techniques. The benefits of AM have led to recent interest in producing multifunctional materials capable of being printed with current AM technologies. In this article, piezoresistive composites realized by AM and the matrices and fillers utilized to make such devices are introduced and discussed. Carbon-based nanoparticles (Carbon Nanotubes, Graphene/Graphite, and Carbon Black) are often the filler choice of most researchers and are heavily discussed throughout this review in combination with extrusion AM methods. Piezoresistive applications such as physiological and wearable sensors, structural health monitoring, and soft robotics are presented with an emphasis on material and AM selection to meet the demands of such applications.
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- James D. Banks
- Materials Science, Engineering, & Commercialization, Ingram School of Engineering, Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas, USA
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- Mechanical Engineering, Ingram School of Engineering, Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas, USA
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Pius AK, Toya M, Gao Q, Lee ML, Ergul YS, Chow SKH, Goodman SB. Effects of Aging on Osteosynthesis at Bone-Implant Interfaces. Biomolecules 2023; 14:52. [PMID: 38254652 PMCID: PMC10813487 DOI: 10.3390/biom14010052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2023] [Revised: 12/23/2023] [Accepted: 12/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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Joint replacement is a common surgery and is predominantly utilized for treatment of osteoarthritis in the aging population. The longevity of many of these implants depends on bony ingrowth. Here, we provide an overview of current techniques in osteogenesis (inducing bone growth onto an implant), which is affected by aging and inflammation. In this review we cover the biologic underpinnings of these processes as well as the clinical applications. Overall, aging has a significant effect at the cellular and macroscopic level that impacts osteosynthesis at bone-metal interfaces after joint arthroplasty; potential solutions include targeting prolonged inflammation, preventing microbial adhesion, and enhancing osteoinductive and osteoconductive properties.
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- Alexa K. Pius
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (A.K.P.); (M.T.); (Q.G.); (M.L.L.); (Y.S.E.); (S.K.-H.C.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (A.K.P.); (M.T.); (Q.G.); (M.L.L.); (Y.S.E.); (S.K.-H.C.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (A.K.P.); (M.T.); (Q.G.); (M.L.L.); (Y.S.E.); (S.K.-H.C.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (A.K.P.); (M.T.); (Q.G.); (M.L.L.); (Y.S.E.); (S.K.-H.C.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (A.K.P.); (M.T.); (Q.G.); (M.L.L.); (Y.S.E.); (S.K.-H.C.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (A.K.P.); (M.T.); (Q.G.); (M.L.L.); (Y.S.E.); (S.K.-H.C.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94063, USA; (A.K.P.); (M.T.); (Q.G.); (M.L.L.); (Y.S.E.); (S.K.-H.C.)
- Department of Bioengineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305, USA
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Hassan MS, Zaman S, Dantzler JZR, Leyva DH, Mahmud MS, Ramirez JM, Gomez SG, Lin Y. 3D Printed Integrated Sensors: From Fabrication to Applications-A Review. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:3148. [PMID: 38133045 PMCID: PMC10745374 DOI: 10.3390/nano13243148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2023] [Revised: 12/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/10/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
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The integration of 3D printed sensors into hosting structures has become a growing area of research due to simplified assembly procedures, reduced system complexity, and lower fabrication cost. Embedding 3D printed sensors into structures or bonding the sensors on surfaces are the two techniques for the integration of sensors. This review extensively discusses the fabrication of sensors through different additive manufacturing techniques. Various additive manufacturing techniques dedicated to manufacture sensors as well as their integration techniques during the manufacturing process will be discussed. This review will also discuss the basic sensing mechanisms of integrated sensors and their applications. It has been proven that integrating 3D printed sensors into infrastructures can open new possibilities for research and development in additive manufacturing and sensor materials for smart goods and the Internet of Things.
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- Md Sahid Hassan
- Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, USA; (S.Z.); (J.Z.R.D.); (D.H.L.); (M.S.M.); (J.M.R.); (S.G.G.)
- Aerospace Center, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, USA
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- Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, USA; (S.Z.); (J.Z.R.D.); (D.H.L.); (M.S.M.); (J.M.R.); (S.G.G.)
- Aerospace Center, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, USA
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- Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, USA; (S.Z.); (J.Z.R.D.); (D.H.L.); (M.S.M.); (J.M.R.); (S.G.G.)
- Aerospace Center, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, USA
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- Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, USA; (S.Z.); (J.Z.R.D.); (D.H.L.); (M.S.M.); (J.M.R.); (S.G.G.)
- Aerospace Center, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, USA
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- Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, USA; (S.Z.); (J.Z.R.D.); (D.H.L.); (M.S.M.); (J.M.R.); (S.G.G.)
- Aerospace Center, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, USA
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- Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, USA; (S.Z.); (J.Z.R.D.); (D.H.L.); (M.S.M.); (J.M.R.); (S.G.G.)
- Aerospace Center, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, USA
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- Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, USA; (S.Z.); (J.Z.R.D.); (D.H.L.); (M.S.M.); (J.M.R.); (S.G.G.)
- Aerospace Center, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, USA
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- Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, USA; (S.Z.); (J.Z.R.D.); (D.H.L.); (M.S.M.); (J.M.R.); (S.G.G.)
- Aerospace Center, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX 79968, USA
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Haney CW, Siller HR. Properties of Hyper-Elastic-Graded Triply Periodic Minimal Surfaces. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:4475. [PMID: 38231890 PMCID: PMC10707849 DOI: 10.3390/polym15234475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2023] [Revised: 11/17/2023] [Accepted: 11/17/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2024] Open
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The mechanical behaviors of three distinct lattice structures-Diamond, Gyroid, and Schwarz-synthesized through vat polymerization, were meticulously analyzed. This study aimed to elucidate the intricacies of these structures in terms of their stress-strain responses, energy absorption, and recovery characteristics. Utilizing the described experiments and analytical approaches, it was discerned, via the described experimental and analytical procedure, that the AM lattices showcased mechanical properties and stress-strain behaviors that notably surpassed theoretical predictions, pointing to substantial disparities between conventional models and experimental outcomes. The Diamond lattice displayed superior stiffness with higher average loading and unloading moduli and heightened energy absorption and dissipation rates, followed by the Gyroid and Schwarz lattices. The Schwarz lattice showed the most consistent mechanical response, while the Diamond and Gyroid showed capabilities of reaching larger strains and stresses. All uniaxial cyclic compressive tests were performed at room temperature with no dwell times. The efficacy of hyper-elastic-graded models significantly outperformed projections offered by traditional Ashby-Gibson models, emphasizing the need for more refined models to accurately delineate the behaviors of additively manufactured lattices in advanced engineering applications.
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of North Texas, 3940 N. Elm Str., Denton, TX 76207, USA;
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Srinivasaraghavan Govindarajan R, Sikulskyi S, Ren Z, Stark T, Kim D. Characterization of Photocurable IP-PDMS for Soft Micro Systems Fabricated by Two-Photon Polymerization 3D Printing. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:4377. [PMID: 38006101 PMCID: PMC10675433 DOI: 10.3390/polym15224377] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2023] [Revised: 11/05/2023] [Accepted: 11/07/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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Recent developments in micro-scale additive manufacturing (AM) have opened new possibilities in state-of-the-art areas, including microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) with intrinsically soft and compliant components. While fabrication with soft materials further complicates micro-scale AM, a soft photocurable polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) resin, IP-PDMS, has recently entered the market of two-photon polymerization (2PP) AM. To facilitate the development of microdevices with soft components through the application of 2PP technique and IP-PDMS material, this research paper presents a comprehensive material characterization of IP-PDMS. The significance of this study lies in the scarcity of existing research on this material and the thorough investigation of its properties, many of which are reported here for the first time. Particularly, for uncured IP-PDMS resin, this work evaluates a surface tension of 26.7 ± 4.2 mN/m, a contact angle with glass of 11.5 ± 0.6°, spin-coating behavior, a transmittance of more than 90% above 440 nm wavelength, and FTIR with all the properties reported for the first time. For cured IP-PDMS, novel characterizations include a small mechanical creep, a velocity-dependent friction coefficient with glass, a typical dielectric permittivity value of 2.63 ± 0.02, a high dielectric/breakdown strength for 3D-printed elastomers of up to 73.3 ± 13.3 V/µm and typical values for a spin coated elastomer of 85.7 ± 12.4 V/µm, while the measured contact angle with water of 103.7 ± 0.5°, Young's modulus of 5.96 ± 0.2 MPa, and viscoelastic DMA mechanical characterization are compared with the previously reported values. Friction, permittivity, contact angle with water, and some of the breakdown strength measurements were performed with spin-coated cured IP-PDMS samples. Based on the performed characterization, IP-PDMS shows itself to be a promising material for micro-scale soft MEMS, including microfluidics, storage devices, and micro-scale smart material technologies.
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- Department of Aerospace Engineering, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, USA; (R.S.G.); (S.S.); (Z.R.); (T.S.)
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Sikulskyi S, Ren Z, Mekonnen DT, Holyoak A, Srinivasaraghavan Govindarajan R, Kim D. Additively manufactured unimorph dielectric elastomer actuators: Design, materials, and fabrication. Front Robot AI 2022; 9:1034914. [PMID: 36591410 PMCID: PMC9800877 DOI: 10.3389/frobt.2022.1034914] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2022] [Accepted: 10/31/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Dielectric elastomer actuator (DEA) is a smart material that holds promise for soft robotics due to the material's intrinsic softness, high energy density, fast response, and reversible electromechanical characteristics. Like for most soft robotics materials, additive manufacturing (AM) can significantly benefit DEAs and is mainly applied to the unimorph DEA (UDEA) configuration. While major aspects of UDEA modeling are known, 3D printed UDEAs are subject to specific material and geometrical limitations due to the AM process and require a more thorough analysis of their design and performance. Furthermore, a figure of merit (FOM) is an analytical tool that is frequently used for planar DEA design optimization and material selection but is not yet derived for UDEA. Thus, the objective of the paper is modeling of 3D printed UDEAs, analyzing the effects of their design features on the actuation performance, and deriving FOMs for UDEAs. As a result, the derived analytical model demonstrates dependence of actuation performance on various design parameters typical for 3D printed DEAs, provides a new optimum thickness to Young's modulus ratio of UDEA layers when designing a 3D printed DEA with fixed dielectric elastomer layer thickness, and serves as a base for UDEAs' FOMs. The FOMs have various degrees of complexity depending on considered UDEA design features. The model was numerically verified and experimentally validated through the actuation of a 3D printed UDEA. The fabricated and tested UDEA design was optimized geometrically by controlling the thickness of each layer and from the material perspective by mixing commercially available silicones in non-standard ratios for the passive and dielectric layers. Finally, the prepared non-standard mix ratios of the silicones were characterized for their viscosity dynamics during curing at various conditions to investigate the silicones' manufacturability through AM.
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- Stanislav Sikulskyi
- Department of Aerospace Engineering, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL, United States
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- Department of Aerospace Engineering, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL, United States
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- Department of Aerospace Engineering, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL, United States
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL, United States
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- Department of Aerospace Engineering, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL, United States,*Correspondence: Daewon Kim,
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Special Issue: The Science and Technology of 3D Printing. MATERIALS 2021; 14:ma14216261. [PMID: 34771785 PMCID: PMC8584392 DOI: 10.3390/ma14216261] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2021] [Revised: 10/15/2021] [Accepted: 10/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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