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Bio-Lightweight Structures by 3D Foam Printing – Research Published by IEEE

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15/10/2021

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Peer-reviewed research by the Department of Chemical, Materials and Production Engineering (DICMaPI) of the University of Naples Federico II, published in the proceedings of the IEEE 6th International Forum on Research and Technology for Society and Industry (RTSI), presents a novel approach to producing bio-based lightweight structures using 3D foam printing.
The study demonstrates how physical foaming of biopolymers can create sustainable, high-performance structures with reduced weight and material consumption, paving the way for innovative applications in packaging, construction, and product design while aligning with circular economy principles.

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Thanks to this grant, we were able to invest in early-stage prototyping, intellectual property protection, and validation of our approach—laying the foundation for what is now an operating startup with international ambitions and solid technical credibility.

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