Advances in 3D and 4D Printing of Medical Robots and Devices

1st Edition - May 1, 2025
Imprint: Academic Press
Editors: Ankit Sharma, Ismail Fidan
Language: English
Paperback ISBN:
9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 4 8 6 1 - 0
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Advances in 3D and 4D Printing of Medical Robots and Devices presents the most recent innovative breakthroughs in smart manufacturing and biomedical engineering to help enhance knowledge and expertise in 3D/4D printing technologies and advancements in biomedical applications through robotics and medical devices. This book highlights the usage and importance of 3D/4D printing-based prototyping as well as the manufacturing of robotic elements such as energy generators, morphology control, and novel design strategies. This book will help readers to pursue contemporary insights into currently ongoing practices in biomedical and mechatronic engineering including the fabrication of actuators manufacturing; muscles, vibration dampers, bio-inspired structures, pre-surgical and post-surgical tooling, medical assistance robots, drug delivery, microfluidic, and wearable electronics. Academic scholars, manufacturing scientists, and commercial manufacturers of bio-devices and medical robotics will find this book to be useful in adopting competent biomaterials as well as innovative techniques for applications in biomedical engineering.

Title of Book
Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
Dedication
List of contributors
About the editors
Preface
Acknowledgment
Chapter 1 Introduction to 3D printing–based healthcare applications: robots and biomedical devices
Abstract
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Applications in Healthcare
1.3 Advancements in VAT photopolymerization
1.4 Challenges in DIVP
1.5 Medical robots
1.6 Biomedical devices
1.7 Conclusion
References
Chapter 2 The revolutionary role of 3D printing in healthcare: opportunities and challenges
Abstract
2.1 Introduction
2.2 3D printing in aid to diagnosis
2.3 3D printing in aid to operating theater
2.4 3D printing in aid to patient follow-up
2.5 Open issues and future remarks
References
Chapter 3 Fused filament fabrication of patient-specific multifunctional implants for orthopedics
Abstract
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Important parameters involved in fused filament fabrication of poly-ether-ether-ketone parts/implants
3.3 State of the art of fused filament fabrication of poly-ether-ether-ketone biomedical implants
3.4 Future directions in fused filament fabrication of poly-ether-ether-ketone implants
3.5 Conclusion
Acknowledgment
References
Chapter 4 Progression in 3D printing families: laser, powder, nozzle-based techniques
Abstract
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Laser-based 3D printing techniques in medicine
4.3 Powder-based 3D-printed methods for medical applications
4.4 Nozzle-based 3D printing techniques in medicine
4.5 Multimaterial 3D printing
4.6 Comparative analysis and future perspectives of 3D printing processes for medical applications
4.7 Summary
References
Chapter 5 Smart materials for flexible devices: 3D and 4D printing with electromagnetic stimuli-responsive capabilities
Abstract
Graphical abstract
Highlights
5.1 Introduction: dynamic and functional flexible devices
5.2 Stimuli-responsive smart materials
5.3 Beyond passive devices: sensors, wearable, and soft robotics
5.4 3D printing for complex, multimaterial structures
5.5 Applications of electromagnetically responsive 3D/4D printed devices
5.6 Challenges and future frontiers
5.7 Conclusions
References
Chapter 6 4D printing: an overview of medical and biomedical applications
Abstract
6.1 A brief Introduction into 4D printing, its evolution, and its current state
6.2 The current state of 4D Printing
6.3 Smart materials
6.4 Different additive manufacturing technologies used for 4D printing
6.5 Exploring the prospects: integrating 4D printing in the medical and biomedical landscape
6.6 How can additive manufacturing mitigate the downsides of both types of bone grafting?
6.7 Cardiology and pulmonology
6.8 4D-printed stents for the circulatory and respiratory system
6.9 Neurology
6.10 Dentistry
6.11 Discussion: the future and potential applications of 4D printing
6.12 Conclusion
References
Chapter 7 Optimization of print process parameters in material extrusion additive manufacturing of biomedical thermoplastics
Abstract
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Material and methods
7.3 Results and discussions
7.4 AI disclosure
References
Chapter 8 The state-of-the-art and challenges in the field of organic and inorganic biocompatible coatings for implants
Abstract
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Doped-HAs with either anionic (SiO44−, CO32−, etc.) or cationic (Ag+, Mg2+, Sr2+, etc.) substitutions
8.3 Cationic substitutions
8.4 Silver-substituted hydroxyapatite (Ag-HA)
8.5 Magnesium-doped hydroxyapatite (Mg-HA)
8.6 Strontium-doped hydroxyapatite
8.7 Cosubstitutions
8.8 Anionic substitutions
8.9 Future challenges
Acknowledgments
References
Chapter 9 Progression in 3D/4D-printing: a brief review of present and future smart materials and technologies
Abstract
9.1 Introduction
9.2 4D-printing concept
9.3 Smart material types
9.4 4D-printing of the shape-memory alloys
9.5 4D-printing of shape-memory polymers
9.6 Future directions and limitations
9.7 Conclusions
References
Chapter 10 4D printing in the medical sector: current trends and future narrative
Abstract
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Functionalization in biomedical applications
10.3 Metamaterial approach, controlled porosity, individual interfaces
10.4 Tailoring specific functional properties through crystallographic texture of additive manufacturing metallic parts for medical applications
10.5 Surgical planning and physical modeling
10.6 Future narratives and trends
10.7 Conclusion
References
Index

Ankit Sharma

Dr. Ankit Sharma currently serves as the Head of the Publications Division at the Research and Innovation Network (CURIN) Department of Chitkara University in Punjab, India. He earned his doctoral degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, India. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Sharma possesses a wealth of expertise in academia, research, consulting, training, and industry. He has made significant contributions to the field, with numerous publications featured in well-regarded journals indexed in SCI, Scopus, and Web of Science. His research efforts have also resulted in the filing and publication of over 30 international patents. Dr. Sharma's expertise extends to the international stage, where he has delivered invited seminars and keynote addresses in countries like the USA, China, and India. His contributions have been acknowledged with awards for best research papers. Additionally, he actively serves as a reviewer board member for numerous esteemed international journals.

Affiliations and expertise

Associate Director (Research) and Assistant Professor, Chitkara University Research Innovation and Network (CURIN); Chitkara University; Patiala; Punjab, India

Ismail Fidan

Dr. Ismail Fidan currently holds the position of Professor in the Department of Manufacturing and Engineering Technology, while also serving as the Director of iMakerSpace at Tennessee Technological University. He earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY, back in 1996.

His primary areas of expertise lie within additive manufacturing, electronics manufacturing, robotics, automation, distance learning, and STEM education, both in terms of research and teaching. Dr. Fidan actively engages in professional networks such as SME, ASEE, ABET, and IEEE, contributing his insights and knowledge to these organizations.

Adding to his accomplished profile, Dr. Fidan takes on roles as an Associate Editor for esteemed publications including IEEE Transactions on Components, Packaging, and Manufacturing Technology, the International Journal of Rapid Manufacturing, the ASEE Journal of Engineering Technology, and the Journal of Advanced Technological Education. Furthermore, he is also an associate author of Wohlers Reports, further showcasing his dedication and expertise in the field.

Affiliations and expertise

Tennessee Technological University, Tennessee Technological University TN, USA

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