Peer-reviewed research conducted by a multidisciplinary team from the Department of Chemical, Materials and Production Engineering (DICMaPI) of the University of Naples Federico II, published in the Journal of Manufacturing Processes (Elsevier), provides the first comprehensive mapping of how process parameters influence foam morphology in Foam Additive Manufacturing (FAM).
The study investigates the role of six key variables — including gas absorption and desorption times, extrusion temperature and speed, nozzle diameter, and gas pressure — in tailoring foam density, bubble size, and distribution within 3D-printed strands. By revealing how each parameter affects micro- and macro-structure, the work offers a practical guide for engineering lightweight, recyclable components with controlled properties, advancing applications in aerospace, biomedical, packaging, and structural design.
Hello
we are
