Additive Manufacturing Applications

Master Industrial and Biomedical Applications of 3D Printing

What you'll learn

Understand and analyze real-world applications of 3D printing in fields such as biomedical, aerospace, automotive, and customized electronics manufacturing.

Design and develop customized biomedical devices, including bone implants, vascular stents, and bio-impedance analysis (BIA) electrodes

Evaluate material selection and processing techniques for additive manufacturing of metal matrix composites (MMCs) and polymer composite materials

Apply additive manufacturing principles to optimize component performance, reduce weight, and enhance functionality in complex engineering systems

Requirements

Basic knowledge of CAD, materials science, and manufacturing processes required.

Description

This course on Additive Manufacturing Applications is designed to offer learners a comprehensive understanding of the practical and industrial uses of 3D printing technologies across various sectors. The course explores the application of 3D printing in biomedical engineering, including the design and manufacturing of bone implants and stents tailored for patient-specific needs. A special focus is placed on the development of customized bio-impedance analysis (BIA) electrodes fabricated using 3D printing processes, particularly aimed at accelerating the wound healing process through personalized medical intervention. The course further delves into the realm of metal matrix composites (MMCs) and polymer composite materials, highlighting how additive manufacturing enables precise control over material architecture to achieve enhanced mechanical and thermal properties. In addition to biomedical innovations, learners will gain insights into the aerospace and automotive sectors, where additive manufacturing is revolutionizing component design by reducing weight, improving strength, and enabling the creation of geometrically complex parts that were previously impossible to manufacture using traditional methods. This course combines theoretical knowledge with real-world case studies to provide a holistic view of how additive manufacturing is shaping the future of product development, healthcare, and advanced engineering solutions. Ideal for students, engineers, and professionals, it empowers learners to translate concepts into industry-ready applications.

Overview

Section 1: Applications of AM In Biomedical Areas

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Design and Analysis of Stent

Section 2: Design and manufacturing of customized BIA electrodes

Lecture 3 3D Printing of Customized BIA Electrodes for Wound Healing Applications

Section 3: Metal Matrix Composites

Lecture 4 Fabrication and Design of Metal Matrix Composites Using Additive Manufacturing

Section 4: Polymer Composite Materials

Lecture 5 AM of Polymer Composites: Design, Processing, and Application

Section 5: Different AM Applications

Lecture 6 Exploring Diverse Applications of Additive Manufacturing Across Industries

Engineering students (Mechanical, Biomedical, Materials, Aerospace) interested in 3D printing applications