The thermal properties of FDM printed polymeric materials: A review

Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM), a prevalent additive manufacturing technique utilising polymeric materials, facilitates intricate geometric customisation and rapid prototyping. The ongoing development of FDM technology emphasises the importance of the thermal characteristics of FDM-printed polymeric materials, which are essential for various applications, including aerospace and biomedical engineering. The thermal properties of FDM-printed polymeric materials, covering a wide range of thermoplastic polymers and composites, were examined in this review. Despite the versatility of FDM technology, thermal challenges persist in 3D printed parts, manifesting as anisotropy, voids, and sub-optimal conductivity,…