Additive Manufacturing of Advanced Ceramic Materials

Advanced ceramics exhibit exceptional properties such as high-temperature resistance, superior strength, and excellent electrical and thermal conductivity, making them integral in various industries like aerospace, healthcare, and electronics. However, traditional manufacturing methods for ceramics still pose various challenges for achieving intricate designs and complex structures. Additive Manufacturing of Advanced Ceramic Materials provides a comprehensive exploration of additive manufacturing techniques that are tailored to overcome these challenges, offering researchers, engineers, and industry professionals a roadmap to harness the full potential of advanced ceramics through innovative 3D printing and related processes. The reader will gain valuable insights into the intricacies of additive manufacturing processes such as selective laser sintering, binder jetting, and stereolithography as applied to ceramics, along with discussions on material properties, design considerations, and post-processing techniques. Additionally, the book explores emerging trends such as multi-material printing, hybrid manufacturing, and the integration of advanced characterization techniques, empowering readers to leverage additive manufacturing technologies to innovate and optimize the production of high-performance ceramic components for various applications ranging from aerospace and automotive to biomedical and electronics industries.