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Title: Plasmas for additive manufacturing
Abstract Additive methods for manufacturing materials have recently emerged, particularly for the fabrication of three‐dimensional architectures. Because of their long history in thin‐film etching and deposition, plasmas offer unique advantages for many of the materials and surface processes associated with additive manufacturing. Here, we review recent efforts that have been primarily focused on the direct writing of patterned structures and the post‐treatment of printed materials. Different configurations, materials, and applications are presented. Current challenges and a future outlook are also provided.  more » « less
Award ID(s):
1708742
PAR ID:
10139099
Author(s) / Creator(s):
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Publisher / Repository:
Wiley Blackwell (John Wiley & Sons)
Date Published:
Journal Name:
Plasma Processes and Polymers
Volume:
17
Issue:
5
ISSN:
1612-8850
Format(s):
Medium: X
Sponsoring Org:
National Science Foundation
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