Abstract
A new epoxy-based ink is reported, which enables 3D printing of lightweight cellular composites with controlled alignment of multiscale, high-aspectratio fiber reinforcement to create hierarchical structures inspired by balsa wood. Young's modulus values up to 10 times higher than existing commercially available 3D-printed polymers are attainable, while comparable strength values are maintained. (Figure Presented).
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 5930-5935 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | Advanced Materials |
| Volume | 26 |
| Issue number | 34 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Sep 1 2014 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- 3D printing
- Cellular
- Epoxy
- Fiber composite
- Honeycomb
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Materials Science(all)
- Mechanics of Materials
- Mechanical Engineering