articleMacromolecular Materials and EngineeringMay 22, 2017Closed access

3D Printing of Polymer Nanocomposites via Stereolithography

Case Western Reserve University · University of the Philippines Diliman

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Abstract

Additive manufacturing (AM) is still underutilized as an industrial process, but is quickly gaining momentum with the development of innovative techniques and materials for various applications. In particular, stereolithography (SLA) is now shifting from rapid prototyping to rapid manufacturing, but is facing challenges in parts performance and printing speed, among others. This review discusses the application of SLA for polymer nanocomposites fabrication to show the technology's potential in increasing the applicability of current SLA‐printed parts. Photopolymerization chemistry, nanocomposite preparation, and applications in various industries are also explained to provide a comprehensive picture of the…

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Keywords
  • Stereolithography
  • Nanocomposite
  • Materials science
  • Rapid prototyping
  • Photopolymer
  • 3D printing
  • Fabrication
  • Nanotechnology
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Industry, innovation and infrastructure
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