Tailoring 3D printed cellulose acetate properties produced via direct ink writing: Densification through over‐extrusion and evaporation rate control

In this study, we conducted a comprehensive experimental campaign aimed at controlling the final properties of 3D printed cellulose acetate. We equipped a commercial printer with a peristaltic pump to be able to print in a continuous fashion by means of the Direct Ink Writing technique. We investiga...

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Published inPolymer engineering and science Vol. 63; no. 11; pp. 3786 - 3797
Main Authors Slejko, E.A, Gorella, N. Sesto, Gasparini, R, Scuor, N, Seriani, S
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Newtown Society of Plastics Engineers, Inc 01.11.2023
Blackwell Publishing Ltd
Subjects
Advertising campaigns
Bioengineering
Cellulose
Cellulose acetate
Densification
Density
Diffusion coefficient
Evaporation rate
Extrusion rate
Mechanical properties
Moisture content
Parameters
Peristaltic pumps
Printing-ink
Three dimensional printing
Water absorption
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Summary:In this study, we conducted a comprehensive experimental campaign aimed at controlling the final properties of 3D printed cellulose acetate. We equipped a commercial printer with a peristaltic pump to be able to print in a continuous fashion by means of the Direct Ink Writing technique. We investigated the effect of ink concentration and printing parameters on the density, mechanical and functional properties of printed objects. Furthermore, water absorption tests demonstrated the hygroscopic behavior of cellulose acetate, with higher water content in samples with lower densities. The diffusion of water within the polymer network followed Fickian diffusion, with the diffusion coefficient influenced by the density of samples. Overall, this study highlights the importance of printing conditions in achieving desired properties in 3D printed cellulose acetate. The ability to fine-tune the mechanical properties and water absorbance of 3D printed cellulose acetate makes it promising for applications in plant science and bioengineering.
ISSN:0032-3888
1548-2634
DOI:10.1002/pen.26484