Bio-Inspired Additive Manufacturing Materials and Structures

Dear Colleagues,

This special issue explores the forefront of bio-inspired additive manufacturing (AM), where the intricacies of nature are harnessed to revolutionize material and structural design. By integrating biological principles of design and functionality with advanced AM techniques, researchers can create innovative and sustainable solutions. We invite contributions that investigate the use of bio-inspired designs and processes in the additive manufacturing of polymers, polymer composites, and ceramics, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in these materials. Additionally, we are keen on papers that explore the application of bio-inspired AM in the burgeoning field of soft robotics, where flexible and adaptive structures can benefit immensely from nature-inspired solutions. Topics of interest include biomimetic design, material synthesis, hierarchical and multifunctional structures, and applications across sectors such as healthcare, aerospace, and environmental engineering.This issue aims to highlight the transformative potential of integrating biological inspiration with additive manufacturing, fostering innovations that can meet the challenges of modern engineering and materials science.

Dr. Erina Baynojir Joyee
Guest Editor

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• biomimetic design
• additive manufacturing
• 3D printing
• polymer AM
• ceramic AM
• bio-inspired materials
• soft robotics
• hierarchical structures
• sustainable fabrication
• multifunctional materials