Tensile properties and corrosion resistance of PCL-based 3D printed composites

The practicality of implantable biomedical materials depends on the design of size and function to meet the needs of personal customization. This paper used fused deposition modeling 3D printing process to make composite materials, and studied the performance of 3D printed samples through different matrix molecular weights, print filling settings, additives, and their contents. Mechanical properties, thermal analysis, structural characterization, surface hydrophilicity, and functional verification of PCL-based 3D printed composites were discussed. We found that 80% print filling and 10% SA addition could greatly improve the work of fracture of the tensile sample. Furthermore, the efficacy and content of CS was also verified and analyzed. These resulting information are helpful for structural design and functional matching of medical composites.