[HTML][HTML] A review of computational approaches used in the modelling, design, and manufacturing of biodegradable and biobased polymers

BG Laycock, CM Chan, PJ Halley - Progress in Polymer Science, 2024 - Elsevier
The design and manufacture of new biodegradable and bioderived polymeric materials has
traditionally taken place through experimentation and material characterisation. However …

A review of adsorption materials and their application of 3D printing technology in the separation process

J Yu, J Zhu, L Chen, Y Chao, W Zhu, Z Liu - Chemical Engineering Journal, 2023 - Elsevier
As a rapid prototy** technology, 3D printing has become one of the key technologies as
the adsorption forming strategy due to the diversity and convenience in structural design …

Functionality versus sustainability for PLA in MEX 3D printing: the impact of generic process control factors on flexural response and energy efficiency

M Petousis, N Vidakis, N Mountakis, E Karapidakis… - Polymers, 2023 - mdpi.com
Process sustainability vs. mechanical strength is a strong market-driven claim in Material
Extrusion (MEX) Additive Manufacturing (AM). Especially for the most popular polymer …

Lotus leaf-inspired breathable membrane with structured microbeads and nanofibers

S Shi, C Zhi, S Zhang, J Yang, Y Si… - … Applied Materials & …, 2022 - ACS Publications
Electrospinning is a feasible technology to fabricate nanomaterials. However, the
preparation of nanomaterials with controllable structures of microbeads and fine nanofibers …

Effects of governmental policies on energy-efficiency improvement of hydrogen fuel cell cars: A game-theoretic approach

H Jafari, S Safarzadeh, E Azad-Farsani - Energy, 2022 - Elsevier
In this research, an aspect of sustainable development is investigated by considering the
energy efficiency improvement of the hydrogen fuel cell cars on a supply chain including …

Energy consumption vs. tensile strength of poly [methyl methacrylate] in material extrusion 3D printing: the impact of six control settings

N Vidakis, M Petousis, N Mountakis, A Moutsopoulou… - Polymers, 2023 - mdpi.com
The energy efficiency of material extrusion additive manufacturing has a significant impact
on the economics and environmental footprint of the process. Control parameters that …

[책][B] Control and estimation of dynamical nonlinear and partial differential equation systems: Theory and Applications

Robotic and mechatronic systems, autonomous vehicles, electric power systems and smart
grids, as well as manufacturing and industrial production systems can exhibit complex …

Mechanical performance over energy expenditure in MEX 3D printing of polycarbonate: a multiparametric optimization with the aid of robust experimental design

N Vidakis, M Petousis, CN David, D Sagris… - … of Manufacturing and …, 2023 - mdpi.com
Sustainability and energy efficiency of additive manufacturing (AM) is an up-to-date
industrial request. Likewise, the claim for 3D-printed parts with capable mechanical strength …

[HTML][HTML] Environmental and economic assessment of biodegradable and compostable alternatives for plastic materials in greenhouses

J Thrän, G Garcia-Garcia, C Parra-López, A Ufarte… - Waste Management, 2024 - Elsevier
Plastics and other materials commonly used in horticulture for plant support (eg raffia) and
soil protection (eg mulching film) pose a challenge to achieving a circular economy. These …

[HTML][HTML] Causal technological model for predicting void fraction and energy consumption in material extrusion process of polylactic acid

F Devito, M Mazzarisi, M Dassisti… - Journal of Manufacturing …, 2024 - Elsevier
The rapid expansion of Additive Manufacturing (AM) technologies within the framework of
Industry 4.0 raises important questions about their sustainability. Specifically, the …