3D printing mediated by photoRAFT polymerization process

Abstract

3D printing technology (otherwise known as additive manufacturing) has changedthe world of manufacturing as it offers a programmable pathway for the layer-by-layer fabrication of customized and on-demand 3D objects tailored to meet the de-mands of individuals and specific applications [1]. Among the different techniques,3D printing via photopolymerization that includes stereolithography (SLA), digitallight processing (DLP) and continuous liquid interface production (CLIP) is one ofthe most attractive methods due to the limitless innovations that can be providedby polymer chemistry [2, 3]. This technology has contributed to various fields such asmicrofluidics, biomedical devices, soft robotics, medical surgery, tissue engineering,dentistry and drug delivery [4-6].