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Additive Manufacturing of Biomaterials and Their Behavior

From Fundamentals to Applications

  • 1st Edition - August 1, 2026
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: S. Renold Elsen, Arunkumar Palaniappan, Geetha Manivasagam
  • Language: English

Additive Manufacturing of Biomaterials and Their Behavior: From Fundamentals to Applications delves into the cutting-edge advancements and revolutionary potential of this techno… Read more

Description

Additive Manufacturing of Biomaterials and Their Behavior: From Fundamentals to Applications delves into the cutting-edge advancements and revolutionary potential of this technology. The book provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the principles behind additive manufacturing, the latest innovations, and its practical applications in biomaterials. This essential resource bridges the gap between fundamental knowledge and real-world uses, creating a solid foundation for researchers, professionals, and students alike. This work is a vital guide for those looking to stay at the forefront of advancements in biomaterials and their applications.

In addition to its detailed exploration of additive manufacturing technologies, the book features case studies that illustrate specialized topics and practical applications. It equips readers with the essential knowledge required to design, fabricate, and test biomaterials for diverse purposes, from patient care to research. Highlighting its versatility, the book underscores how additive manufacturing is reshaping traditional production methods, fostering innovation, and opening new possibilities across the biomaterials industry.

Key features

  • Provides clinicians, researchers, and industry professionals with insights into the latest developments in the additive manufacturing of biomaterials and their potential for improving patient care and developing new treatments
  • Presents information on the fundamentals of biomaterials and additive manufacturing, as well as the latest advances and applications in the field
  • Written with a practical focus, providing readers with the information they need to design, fabricate, and test additive manufactured biomaterials
  • Includes case studies on specialized topics

Readership

Industry professionals, clinicians and researchers seeking practical information on the design, fabrication and testing of additive manufactured biomaterials

Table of contents

Part I Fundamentals of Additive Manufacturing

1. Basics of Additive Manufacturing

1.1 History

1.2 Additive Manufacturing Process

1.3 Classifications of Additive Manufacturing

1.3.1 Material Extrusion Based Additive Manufacturing

1.3.2 VAT Polymerization

1.3.3 Powder-bed Fusion Technique

1.3.4 Material Jetting

1.3.5 Binder Jetting

1.3.6 Lamination Technique (LOM)

1.3.7 Energy Deposition Techniques

1.4 Additive Manufacturing for Bone Tissue Engineering

1.5 Design for Additive Manufacturing

2. Design Strategies for Additive Manufacturing

2.1 Topology Optimization for Biomedical Devices

2.2 Lattice Based Structure for Biomedical Devices

2.3 Biomimicry in Design for Biomedical Devices

2.4 Design in Material Processing

3. Metals and Metallic Alloys

4. Ceramics

5. Polymers

6. Composites and Natural Material

Part II Additive Manufacturing for Tissue Engineering Applications

7. Additive Manufacturing for Dental Application

8. Additive Manufacturing for Spine Application

9. Additive Manufacturing for Hip and Knee Implant

10. Additive Manufacturing for Bone Scaffold

11. Additive Manufacturing for Cartilage Tissue Engineering

12. Additive Manufacturing for Skin Tissue Engineering

13. Additive Manufacturing for Cardiac Tissue Engineering

14. Additive Manufacturing for Liver Tissue Engineering

15. Additive Manufacturing for Lung Tissue Engineering

16. Additive Manufacturing for Corneal Tissue Engineering

Part III Additive Manufacturing for Tissue Engineering Application Medical Industry

17. Additive Manufacturing for Pharmaceutical Applications

18. Additive Manufacturing for Healthcare Accessories

19. Additive Manufacturing for In-vitro Tissue/ Disease Model

Part IV Emerging Trends in Additive Manufacturing

20. 4D Printing of Biomaterials

21. Role of AI in Additive Manufacturing of Biomaterials

22. AI in Additive Manufacturing Process Optimization

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: August 1, 2026
  • Language: English

About the editors

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S. Renold Elsen

Dr S. Renold Elsen is a Senior Associate Professor in the Design and Automation Division, School of Mechanical Engineering at Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, India. He received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the National Institute of technology. His research interests include development of bone scaffold using robocasting technique. He has published 50 plus peer-reviewed papers
Affiliations and expertise
Senior Associate Professor, Design and Automation Division, School of Mechanical Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, India

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Arunkumar Palaniappan

Dr Arunkumar Palaniappan is an Assistant Professor at the Centre for Biomaterials, Cellular and Molecular Theranostics (CBCMT), VIT Vellore. He has over seven years of post-PhD research experience in the area of biomaterials research. He received his PhD in bioengineering, focusing on the development of composite injectable drug delivery systems for the treatment of osteoarthritis

Affiliations and expertise
Assistant Professor, Centre for Biomaterials, Cellular and Molecular Theranostics (CBCMT), Vellore Institute of Technology, India

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Geetha Manivasagam

Professor Geetha Manivasagam is Founder and Director of the Centre for Biomaterials, Cellular and Molecular theranostics (CBCMT), Vellore Institute of Technology, India. She has been working on the additive manufacturing of biomaterials for the past 5 years
Affiliations and expertise
Founder and Director, Centre for Biomaterials, Cellular and Molecular theranostics (CBCMT), Vellore Institute of Technology, India