3D Printing of Biopolymers

The processing and creation of novel polymeric materials are flourishing thanks to three-dimensional (3D) printing technology. The layer-by-layer construction of components for applications like tissue engineering and biomedical devices may be an affordable choice because it offers a variety of beginning materials. Industry experts will provide an overview of the field of 3D-printed biopolymers for medical applications, as well as future trends and prospects, at the World Biopolymers and Bioplastics Innovation Forum. The concept of RP has been turned into AM during the past 15 years by a number of new technologies, allowing parts made by 3D printers to be used immediately for a range of purposes. Novel fabrication techniques based on the 3D-Bioplotter or direct ink writing, laser-assisted bioprinting, and robotic-assisted printing are all being used for various applications in the biomedical field.

 

To demonstrate the formulation issues, a wide range of biopolymers including alginate, starch, cellulose, chitosan lignin, polylactic acid, and polycaprolactone will be in-depth explored, along with a thorough analysis of their inherent properties, processing variables, and product requirements. They will also focus on the creation of structures created specifically for uses in the consumer goods, biomedical, and aerospace industries. Finally, they will discuss potential directions and offer a solution to the problems that arise when printing biopolymers in three dimensions.

 

Due to its capacity to create three-dimensional objects of almost any shape from a digital model, 3D printing technology has recently attracted significant interest for prospective uses in tissue engineering. The combination of biopolymers and 3D printing technology, known as 3D-printed biopolymers, has demonstrated great promise for use in tissue engineering applications and has attracted a lot of attention. This has led to the creation of numerous research initiatives focusing on the variety of 3D printing material systems.

 

Want to know more? Do not miss the opportunity to join us on the 1st - 2nd March, 2023 — as international experts come together to discuss 3D printing of biopolymers; in Steigenberger Airport Hotel, Berlin, Germany at the World Biopolymers and Bioplastics Innovation Forum!

 

To register or learn more about the Forum please check here: https://bit.ly/3TQ1k8m

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