Additive Manufacturing and Post-processing Applications

Dear Colleagues,

Additive manufacturing (AM) has revolutionized manufacturing across a variety of industries, enabling the creation of complex and precise components. However, to fully harness the potential of AM, further refinement through post-processing methods is often necessary. This Special Issue of the journal Applied Sciences is dedicated to exploring the comprehensive landscape of additive manufacturing and the diverse spectrum of post-treatments applicable to all AM materials, including polymers, metals, and more.

We invite contributions that cover a wide spectrum of subjects related to AM and post-processing, including, but not limited to:

• Novel post-processing techniques: innovative approaches for enhancing the quality, durability, and functionality of AM-produced parts.
• Surface quality enhancement: research on methods to improve the surface finish of AM components, particularly for applications where aesthetics and smoothness are critical.
• Material refinement: explorations into post-processing techniques that enhance the material properties, such as strength, ductility, or thermal conductivity, of AM materials.
• Quality assurance: studies on quality control and assurance processes that ensure AM components meet stringent industry standards.
• Integration into manufacturing workflows: investigations into how AM technologies can be seamlessly integrated into existing manufacturing workflows, offering cost-effective solutions and increased efficiency.

We welcome researchers, engineers, and industry professionals from both academia and the corporate sector to contribute their expertise and insights. This Special Issue provides a platform to showcase your research, share best practices, and foster collaboration within the rapidly evolving field of additive manufacturing and its vital counterpart, post-processing.

The primary goals of this Special Issue are to:

• Facilitate the exchange of knowledge between researchers, practitioners, and industry leaders.
• Advance the understanding of AM's potential and the pivotal role of post-processing in realizing this potential.
• Inspire innovations that will shape the future of manufacturing in diverse industries, from aerospace to healthcare.

Dr. Erfan Maleki
Guest Editor

Manuscript Submission Information

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