Transforming Object Design and Creation: Biomaterials and Contemporary Manufacturing Leading the Way

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作者
Kantaros, Antreas [1 ]
Ganetsos, Theodore [1 ]
Petrescu, Florian Ion Tiberiu [2 ]
机构
[1] Univ West Attica, Dept Ind Design & Prod Engn, Athens 12244, Greece
[2] Natl Univ Sci & Technol Polytech Bucharest, Fac Ind Engn & Robot, Theory Mech & Robots Dept, Bucharest 060042, Romania
基金
英国科研创新办公室;
关键词
biomaterials; biopolymers; additive manufacturing; 3D design; biomimetic materials; smart materials; self-transforming objects; BIOMIMETIC MATERIALS; TECHNOLOGY; ARCHITECTURE;
D O I
10.3390/biomimetics9010048
中图分类号
T [工业技术];
学科分类号
08 ;
摘要
In the field of three-dimensional object design and fabrication, this paper explores the transformative potential at the intersection of biomaterials, biopolymers, and additive manufacturing. Drawing inspiration from the intricate designs found in the natural world, this study contributes to the evolving landscape of manufacturing and design paradigms. Biomimicry, rooted in emulating nature's sophisticated solutions, serves as the foundational framework for developing materials endowed with remarkable characteristics, including adaptability, responsiveness, and self-transformation. These advanced engineered biomimetic materials, featuring attributes such as shape memory and self-healing properties, undergo rigorous synthesis and characterization procedures, with the overarching goal of seamless integration into the field of additive manufacturing. The resulting synergy between advanced manufacturing techniques and nature-inspired materials promises to revolutionize the production of objects capable of dynamic responses to environmental stimuli. Extending beyond the confines of laboratory experimentation, these self-transforming objects hold significant potential across diverse industries, showcasing innovative applications with profound implications for object design and fabrication. Through the reduction of waste generation, minimization of energy consumption, and the reduction of environmental footprint, the integration of biomaterials, biopolymers, and additive manufacturing signifies a pivotal step towards fostering ecologically conscious design and manufacturing practices. Within this context, inanimate three-dimensional objects will possess the ability to transcend their static nature and emerge as dynamic entities capable of evolution, self-repair, and adaptive responses in harmony with their surroundings. The confluence of biomimicry and additive manufacturing techniques establishes a seminal precedent for a profound reconfiguration of contemporary approaches to design, manufacturing, and ecological stewardship, thereby decisively shaping a more resilient and innovative global milieu.
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