Materials for Additive Manufacturing

An overview that covers the preparation and characterization of materials and their processing within the additive manufacturing field

Yusheng Shi (Author), Chunze Yan (Author), Yan Zhou (Author), Jiamin Wu (Author), Yan Wang (Author), Shengfu Yu (Author), Chen Ying (Author)

9780128193020, Elsevier Science

Paperback, published 12 February 2021

774 pages, 350 illustrations (150 in full color)
22.9 x 15.1 x 4.7 cm, 1.24 kg

Materials for Additive Manufacturing covers the materials utilized in the additive manufacturing field, including polymers, metals, alloys and ceramic materials. A conceptual overview of the preparation and characterization of the materials and their processing is given, beginning with theoretical aspects that help readers better understand fundamental concepts. Emerging applications in medicine, aerospace, automotive, artwork and rapid manufacturing are also discussed. This book provides a comprehensive overview of materials, along with rapid prototyping technologies.

1. Overview of AM Processes and Materials 2. Polymers for AM (Powder) 3. Polymers for AM (Liquid) 4. Polymers for AM (Filament) 5. Metallic Materials for AM 6. Ceramic Materials for AM 7. Application Cases for Additive Manufacturing Materials 8. Materials for 4D Printing

Subject Areas: Other manufacturing technologies [TDP]