Modelling and Applications for Additive Manufacturing

Dear Colleagues,

Additive Manufacturing (AM) represents a revolutionary approach to manufacturing, offering unparalleled flexibility in the design and fabrication of parts and components. Contrary to being a single method, AM encompasses a range of methods based on the common principle of layer-by-layer fabrication from a computer-aided design (CAD). In addition to its design flexibility, AM techniques can process a variety of materials, including polymers, metals, and ceramics, and even pave the way for the use of novel composite materials with tailored properties for different applications. However, as a relatively nascent field, AM presents a host of challenges alongside its numerous opportunities and capabilities.

This Special Issue (SI) aims to feature research and review articles that shed light on the various aspects of AM technologies and their real-world applications. A particular emphasis, though not exclusive, will be on the in-depth study and analysis of innovative AM methods, the unique material properties attained post-manufacturing, and their impact—positive or negative—on the functionality of the end product. The SI will also welcome articles exploring novel design concepts and lightweighting strategies to enhance both design efficiency and part functionality. Another area of keen interest is the development of numerical and analytical methods for modeling and simulating AM processes. Robust and consistent modeling and simulation are crucial for deepening our understanding of the underlying physical mechanisms governing AM processes. Through the use of these models and meta-models, further process optimization and advancements can be realized.

It is my great pleasure to invite everyone to submit a manuscript for this Special Issue. Full papers, communications, or reviews on Modelling and Applications for Additive Manufacturing are welcome.

Dr. Emmanouil Lazaros Papazoglou
Guest Editor

Manuscript Submission Information

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• additive manufacturing methods
• powder bed fusion
• selective laser sintering
• selective laser melting
• extrusion-based methods
• lattice structures
• 4D printing
• numerical analysis
• statistical analysis
• optimization methods and techniques