Additive Manufacturing

This book provides the key fundamental principles, classifications, recent developments, as well as different applications of additive manufacturing technologies. A comprehensive overview of the different classes is given, covering polymer-based, metal-based and ceramic-based systems. Special topics such as bioprinting and 4D printing are also introduced. The authors discuss the technological aspects of additive manufacturing in a very clear and understandable way, delivered with the help of self-illustrating artworks. This book is particularly designed to suit the curriculum requirements of undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Product Design and Development, Biomedical Engineering, Automobile and Aerospace Engineering, and other closely related domains. Manufacturing professionals working in similar fields may also wish to read it as a refresher and to catch up on recent advances.Contents: Introduction to Additive Manufacturing:History of AMPrinciple of AMProcedure of AMAM Classification and Feedstock MaterialsCommercial Market of AMApplications of AMPolymer-Based Additive Manufacturing System:PolymerPolymer FeedstockPolymer-Based AM systemsMetal-Based Additive Manufacturing System:Metals and AlloysMetal FeedstockMetal-Based AM SystemsCeramic-Based Additive Manufacturing System:CeramicsCeramic FeedstockCeramic-Based AM SystemsKey Issues with Ceramic AMSpecial Additive Manufacturing System:Concept of Purpose-Based AMSP-AM SystemsTesting and Measurement:Importance of Testing and MeasurementTypes of TestingASTM/ISO Standards for Additive ManufacturingLaboratory Protocol
Readership: Undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Product Design and Development, Biomedical Engineering, Automobile and Aerospace Engineering. Manufacturing professionals working in mechanical, manufacturing, biomedical, aerospace, automobile, and other similar domains.Additive Manufacturing;3D Printing;Classifications;Feedstock Materials;Applications;Special Purpose Systems;Testing and Measurement0Key Features:Presents the fundamentals of additive manufacturing technologiesProvides a comprehensive topical coverage, suitable for undergraduate studentsEmphasizes recent innovations and updated classes of additive manufacturing