From stereolithography to 3D printing based on extrusion with renewable and recyclable network polymers.
Picture this: 3D printing is booming, but there's a catch: about half of the materials used are not environmentally friendly. These materials, called cross-linked photopolymers or thermosets, are made from fossil fuels and cannot be recycled, repaired or reprocessed. This is a problem, especially given the growing concern about plastic waste.
In VITRIPRINT, we will make 3D printing more sustainable through the use of bio-based raw materials, cleaner synthesis, smart design and design for circularity. In addition, we will work to showcase successes through demonstrators.
In a nutshell, this project is a game-changer. It takes 3D printing materials to the next level and offers a practical solution to the environmental challenges associated with the insane growth of 3D printed stuff. So get ready for a greener, more sustainable future in 3D printing!