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Aims and Scope
In recent years the manufacturing processes have been changing deeply, specially the increasing shift of subtractive to additive manufacturing. Additive manufacturing (AM) began with stereolithography processes and was mainly used to manufacture prototypes. However, the technological increase of AM processes brings new techniques that can go from used deposition modeling (FDM) until selective laser melting (SLM), among other techniques. Nowadays, AM can use a high range of materials, namely, metallic, polymeric, paper, even biological tissues. So, the application field is enormous and can go from mechanical industry till biomedical.
Additive manufacturing is increasingly recognized for its potential to enhance sustainability across various industries. This innovative fabrication method minimizes material waste by adding material layer by layer, as opposed to traditional subtractive methods that cut away excess material. Additionally, additive manufacturing allows for the use of eco-friendly and recyclable materials, further reducing the environmental footprint. The ability to produce complex, customized parts on demand also reduces the need for large inventories and excessive transportation, leading to lower carbon emissions. By optimizing resource use and promoting efficient production processes, additive manufacturing plays a crucial role in advancing sustainable manufacturing practices.
In 2nd International Workshop on Additive Manufacturing and Sustainability will be considered topics of (not limited to):
- AM
- Sustainability
- Types of technologies
- FFF
- Stereolithography
- Biomodels manufacturing
- CNC
- Education
- STEAM education
- Creativity
- Arts-integration
- Transdisciplinary
- Interdisciplinary
- Hybrid Manufacturing
- Bioprinting
- Biofabrication
- Green technologies
- Biocomposites
- Natural fibers
- Ceramic particles reinforcement