Student Seminar: 3D Printing and Required Rheological Fundamentals
Speaker: Shakiba Samsami
Title: 3D Printing and Required Rheological Fundamentals
Abstract: The ability to precisely shape soft materials in two- and three-dimensional architectures is central to emerging applications. Among additive manufacturing technologies, direct ink writing (DIW)—an extrusion-based 3D printing method—uniquely enables the rapid fabrication of complex geometries using a broad range of gel-based and viscoelastic inks, without the need for costly tools. However, achieving reliable printability requires a deep understanding of the rheological behaviors that govern flow, deformation, and shape retention of these materials. In this talk, I will highlight the essential rheological principles underlying successful 3D printing and discuss how these 3D-printed structures are functional for a variety of applications.
Location: E6-4022