Additive Manufacturing of Smart Multifunctional Materials and Structures

Additive Manufacturing of Smart Multifunctional Materials and Structures explores the revolutionary field of 3D printing combined with the integration of diverse materials and functionalities. The book delves into advances made in additive manufacturing, focusing on the creation of intelligent materials and structures. By leveraging the potential of 3D printing, industries such as aerospace, medicine, and robotics can benefit immensely from these innovations. This comprehensive guide is essential for understanding how additive manufacturing can be utilized to produce smart and multifunctional structures.

In addition to offering technical insights, the book presents numerous real-world applications and strategic insights, making it an invaluable resource for professionals in various fields. The intersection of 3D printing technology with the integration of diverse materials and functionalities is highlighted throughout, showcasing the transformative potential of additive manufacturing in shaping the future of multiple industries.

• Provides in-depth insights into evolving additive manufacturing technologies and smart materials, aiding in material selection and process optimization
• Presents practical applications, regulatory guidance, and economic considerations that are of interest to manufacturing industry professionals
• Includes real-world case studies and examples, covering successful applications or prototypes of smart multifunctional structures manufactured using additive techniques
• Covers regulatory and compliance information, helping regulatory professionals navigate the complex regulatory landscape

Dr A. Praveen Kumar is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Easwari Engineering College, India. He completed his Ph.D. degree in the area of crashworthiness of thin-walled structures. His major areas of research interest are 3D printing of composite parts, metal forming simulation, additive manufacturing, composite materials and structures. He is ranked among the top 2% of researchers globally in the fields of "Materials" and "Mechanical Engineering & Transports" Released by Stanford University and Elsevier in 2024. Dr Kumar has published 97 research papers and is currently a Editorial Board Member in reputed journals like Discover Materials (Springer) and International Journal of Protective Structures (Sage).

Dr Quanjin Ma is working as a Young Elite Postdoctoral Fellow at the Institute of Advanced Materials and Technology, Guangdong University of Technology (GDUT), China. He has been appointed as a Guest Research Fellow/Postdoctoral Fellow at the Faculty of Mechanical & Automotive Engineering Technology, Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA), Malaysia. He has been ranked on Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Research Scientists Single-Year lists in 2024 and 2025 and listed in SciRank Global World's Top 5% Scientists. He has been awarded the Wiley China Excellent Author Program in 2024. He received the National Overseas High-Level Talent Program-Postdoctoral Special Program in 2026. He has published over 35 SCI articles, 26 Scopus-indexed international conference articles, 8 book chapters, 1 edited book, and 2 Chinese innovation patents. He has achieved 3716 citations with an h-index of 33 in Google Scholar. He has participated as a Research Member in 3 Ministry of Education Malaysia and 1 Industrial and University Collaboration Projects in Malaysia. He has been appointed as an Editorial Board Member in Engineering Science in Additive Manufacturing, Advanced Manufacturing, Journal of Composites and Biodegradable Polymers, and Materials. He has actively served as a technical reviewer in over 67 reputable journals. His research interests focus on polymer composites, composite structures, additive manufacturing, and carbon fibre recycling.