3D printing of carbon fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composites
Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites, Md Zillur Rahman,Yasir Beeran Pottathara,Kalim Deshmukh, Editör, Woodhead Publishing Limited , London, ss.193-230, 2026
- Yayın Türü: Kitapta Bölüm / Araştırma Kitabı
- Basım Tarihi: 2026
- Doi Numarası: 10.1016/b978-0-443-40364-4.00007-8
- Yayınevi: Woodhead Publishing Limited
- Basıldığı Şehir: London
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.193-230
- Editörler: Md Zillur Rahman,Yasir Beeran Pottathara,Kalim Deshmukh, Editör
- Karadeniz Teknik Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
Carbon fiber has revolutionized industries such as aviation, space, automotive, and maritime by offering a unique combination of high mechanical strength, low weight, and minimal thermal expansion. These qualities have made it highly valuable in sectors where reducing weight is critical. Simultaneously, the rapid advancement of additive manufacturing technologies has opened new possibilities for producing complex parts with greater efficiency and cost-effectiveness. This convergence has enabled the fabrication of various components for electric cars, boats, and other high-performance applications using carbon fiber-reinforced thermoplastics (CFRTP). Multiple additive manufacturing methods, including material extrusion, liquid deposition modeling, laminated object manufacturing, and powder bed fusion, are being employed to create these advanced CFRTP parts. Each method offers distinct advantages, allowing for the production of intricate designs that would be challenging or impossible to achieve with traditional manufacturing techniques. Moreover, the mechanical properties of fiber-reinforced printed parts have seen continuous improvement, driven by ongoing research and development. In recent years, the introduction of continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic printing methods has marked a significant leap forward. These innovative techniques incorporate continuous fibers into the printing process, leading to substantial enhancements in mechanical performance. As a result, CFRTP parts are increasingly viable for critical applications across various industries, where both structural integrity and lightweight construction are essential. In this chapter, the different additive manufacturing methods of CFRTP will be explained and discussed.