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Polymerization in 3D Printing

Inks, Resins, and Reactions

  • 1st Edition - February 1, 2027
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Jianyong Jin, Patrick Imrie
  • Language: English

Polymerization in 3D Printing: Inks, Resins, and Reactions provides a comprehensive overview to polymerization-based 3D printing, bridging the fundamentals with cutting-edge 3D pri… Read more

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Description

Polymerization in 3D Printing: Inks, Resins, and Reactions provides a comprehensive overview to polymerization-based 3D printing, bridging the fundamentals with cutting-edge 3D printing applications. The book covers fundamental polymer chemistry concepts essential for understanding resin and ink formulation, including photopolymerization mechanisms, rheology, and crosslinking strategies that influence printability and mechanical properties. Advanced topics such as controlled radical polymerization, hydrogel networks, and bio-based polymers are discussed to highlight innovative material design approaches. The book also features emerging 3D printing technologies, such as in situ polymerization, infrared curing, and volumetric printing, highlighting the processes that enable advanced technologies. The final sections of the book cover applications in biomedical devices and electronics, focusing on the practical impact of polymerization in additive manufacturing, and offer a practical formulation guide, complete with material tables and protocols. This book is a valuable reference to researchers, materials scientists, and industrial R&D professionals interested in next-generation printable polymer materials.

Key features

  • Bridges the fundamentals with cutting-edge 3D printing applications
  • Reviews the chemistry of resins and inks, enabling readers to formulate their own materials for specific 3D printing applications
  • Features emerging technologies such as volumetric printing, infrared photopolymerization, and biocompatible systems

Readership

Academic and industrial researchers in polymer science and materials chemistry who are interested in 3D printing and additive manufacturing, R&D and professionals working on advanced resin platforms or specialized 3D printing applications

Table of contents

1. Photopolymerization in Vat-Based 3D Printing

2. Rheology and Gelation of Extrudable Inks

3. Crosslinking and Network Formation for Shape Fidelity
Section Two – Formulation Strategies

4. Controlled Radical Polymerisation for “Living” 3D Printing

5. Hydrogels and Interpenetrating Networks

6. Natural and Bio-based Polymers
Section Three – Chemistry for Advanced Printing Technologies

7. Liquid Deposition Modelling and In Situ Polymerization

8. Infrared and Non-UV Polymerization Strategies

9. Volumetric and Tomographic 3D Printing
Section Four – Applications and Outlook

10. Applications of polymerization-based 3D printing

11. Future Directions in Polymer Chemistry for Additive Manufacturing

12. Practical guide to ink and resin formulation

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: February 1, 2027
  • Language: English

About the editors

JJ

Jianyong Jin

Dr. Jianyong Jin is an Associate Professor in Polymer Science at the School of Chemical Sciences, University of Auckland, New Zealand, where his research focuses on the design, synthesis, and application of advanced polymer systems for 3D/4D printing technologies. With a PhD in Materials Chemistry from Clemson University, USA, and postdoctoral training at Promerus LLC, Dr. Jin specializes in developing stimuli-responsive polymers, self-assembling materials, and sustainable bio-based resins for additive manufacturing. His work bridges fundamental polymer chemistry with industrial applications, earning recognition through the POLY-CHAR innovation Award and multiple New Zealand government grants. Dr. Jin collaborates globally with industry partners to advance eco-friendly 3D printing materials.

Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor, University of Auckland, New Zealand

PI

Patrick Imrie

Dr. Patrick Imrie is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Auckland, New Zealand. His research focuses on polymer science and additive manufacturing, specifically stimuli-responsive materials for 4D printing. After completing his PhD in Chemical Sciences at the University of Auckland, he developed RAFT polymer networks exhibiting growth behavior in response to environmental triggers such as light. His doctoral thesis expanded the concept of 4D printing beyond shape morphing.

Affiliations and expertise
Senior Research Fellow, University of Auckland, New Zealand