The Regents of the University of California (20240336007). ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING OF TUNABLE POLYMERIC 3D ARCHITECTURES FOR MULTIFUNCTIONAL APPLICATIONS simplified abstract
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ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING OF TUNABLE POLYMERIC 3D ARCHITECTURES FOR MULTIFUNCTIONAL APPLICATIONS
Organization Name
The Regents of the University of California
Inventor(s)
David Kisailus of Irvine CA (US)
Devis Montroni of Irvine CA (US)
ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING OF TUNABLE POLYMERIC 3D ARCHITECTURES FOR MULTIFUNCTIONAL APPLICATIONS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240336007 titled 'ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING OF TUNABLE POLYMERIC 3D ARCHITECTURES FOR MULTIFUNCTIONAL APPLICATIONS
The present invention involves a process for additive manufacturing of polymeric nano-micron sized fiber-based material, utilizing biopolymers such as chitin and chitosan to create eco-friendly materials. By adjusting printing properties, the mechanical, thermal, and electrical characteristics of the final material can be modified. Various methods, including controlling solution chemistry and flow processing, are used to tune these properties, such as fiber extrusion through direct ink write printing and potentially electrospinning.
- Additive manufacturing process for polymeric nano-micron sized fiber-based material
- Utilization of biopolymers like chitin and chitosan for eco-friendly materials
- Modulation of mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties through tuning printing properties
- Methods to adjust properties include controlling solution chemistry and flow processing
- Applications in structural composites, textiles, biomedical scaffolds, batteries, and separation membranes
Potential Applications: - Structural composites - Textiles - Biomedical scaffolds - Batteries - Separation membranes
Problems Solved: - Creating eco-friendly materials - Modifying properties of materials - Enhancing functionality in various applications
Benefits: - Environmentally friendly materials - Customizable properties for specific applications - Versatile applications in different industries
Commercial Applications: Title: Eco-Friendly Additive Manufacturing Process for Multifunctional Fibers This technology can be applied in industries such as: - Manufacturing - Textiles - Biomedical - Energy storage - Environmental engineering
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the use of biopolymers like chitin and chitosan contribute to the eco-friendliness of the materials produced? 2. What are the primary methods used to adjust the properties of the final material in this additive manufacturing process?
Original Abstract Submitted
the present invention relates to a process for additive manufacturing of polymeric nano-micron sized fiber-based material. biopolymers such as chitin and chitosan may be used to make useful and green materials. tuning the printing properties can modulate mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties of the final material. different methods to tune properties include controlling the solution chemistry and the flow processing (i.e., fiber extrusion via direct ink write printing and possible electrospinning). the primary application is to make 3d materials of multifunctional fibers that can be utilized in structural composites, textiles, biomedical scaffolds, batteries, catalytic or physical and chemical separation membranes.
