ABSTRACT

This chapter presents innovative applications of polymer materials for 3D Printing. Topics covered include stereo lithography, material jetting process, binder jetting process, material extrusion process, Creation of light weight, high strength material structures (Gyroids), powder bed fusion process, sheet lamination, directed energy deposition, thermoplastic versus thermoset materials, main polymer materials for 3D printing, bioprinting, and several innovative modifications of polymers for 3D printing relevant for defense applications.