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Materials and Methods for All-cellulose 3D Printing in Sustainable Additive Manufacturing
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: Received: 8 April 2024 / Approved: 8 April 2024 / Online: 9 April 2024 (08:51:51 CEST)
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Albelo, I.; Raineri, R.; Salmon, S. Materials and Methods for All-Cellulose 3D Printing in Sustainable Additive Manufacturing. Sustain. Chem. 2024, 5, 98-115. Albelo, I.; Raineri, R.; Salmon, S. Materials and Methods for All-Cellulose 3D Printing in Sustainable Additive Manufacturing. Sustain. Chem. 2024, 5, 98-115.
Abstract
Additive manufacturing, commonly referred to as 3D printing, is an exciting and versatile manufacturing technology that is gaining traction and interest in both academic and industrial settings. Polymeric materials are essential components in a majority of the “inks” used across the various 3D printing technologies. As the environmental ramifications of sole or primary reliance on petrochemicals as a resource for industrial polymers continue to manifest themselves at a global scale, a transition to more sustainable bioderived alternatives could offer solutions. In particular, cellulose is promising due to its global abundance, biodegradability, excellent thermal and mechanical properties, and ability to be chemically modified to suit various applications. Thus far, cellulose has typically been incorporated in additive manufacturing applications as a substrate, filler, or reinforcement for other materials. However, due to its versatility and desirable properties, the exploration of all-cellulose 3D printing materials and associated methodologies is increasing. This review will discuss the progress and status of all-cellulose 3D printing approaches, associated challenges, and their potential as a key player in a more sustainable industrial future.
Keywords
3D printing; additive manufacturing; cellulose; sustainability
Subject
Chemistry and Materials Science, Materials Science and Technology
Copyright: This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
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