An integrated review of additive manufacturing technologies and functional materials for medical use
摘要
Additive manufacturing (AM), also known as 3D printing, has had a big effect on the medical field by making it possible to make very precise, custom-made equipment and implants. This review gives a full picture of the present state of AM technology and the different materials that are employed in medical settings. The research classifies the principal additive manufacturing techniques, highlighting their distinct advantages and drawbacks. It also looks into the diverse biomaterials used, including as polymers, metals, ceramics, and composites, and how well they work with living things, their mechanical qualities, and their clinical results. The paper goes into further detail about how AM is changing disciplines including prosthetics, orthopaedics, dental restorations, and tissue engineering. It shows how AM may improve patient outcomes and make medical production processes more efficient. The article recognizes that there are still problems, such as regulatory hurdles, material consistency, and long-term biocompatibility concerns, even if there have been significant improvements. This short analysis tries to help people understand the changing field of additive manufacturing in medicine better by focusing on its possibilities and future prospects.