| Title |
Exploration of Methodologies for Developing Antimicrobial Fused Filament Fabrication Parts |
| ID_Doc |
64942 |
| Authors |
Pemas, S; Xanthopoulou, E; Terzopoulou, Z; Konstantopoulos, G; Bikiaris, DN; Kottaridi, C; Tzovaras, D; Pechlivani, EM |
| Title |
Exploration of Methodologies for Developing Antimicrobial Fused Filament Fabrication Parts |
| Year |
2023 |
| Published |
Materials, 16.0, 21 |
| Abstract |
Composite 3D printing filaments integrating antimicrobial nanoparticles offer inherent microbial resistance, mitigating contamination and infections. Developing antimicrobial 3D-printed plastics is crucial for tailoring medical solutions, such as implants, and cutting costs when compared with metal options. Furthermore, hospital sustainability can be enhanced via on-demand 3D printing of medical tools. A PLA-based filament incorporating 5% TiO2 nanoparticles and 2% Joncryl as a chain extender was formulated to offer antimicrobial properties. Comparative analysis encompassed PLA 2% Joncryl filament and a TiO2 coating for 3D-printed specimens, evaluating mechanical and thermal properties, as well as wettability and antimicrobial characteristics. The antibacterial capability of the filaments was explored after 3D printing against Gram-positive Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus, ATCC 25923), as well as Gram-negative Escherichia coli (E. coli, ATCC 25922), and the filaments with 5 wt.% embedded TiO2 were found to reduce the viability of both bacteria. This research aims to provide the optimal approach for antimicrobial and medical 3D printing outcomes. |
| PDF |
https://doi.org/10.3390/ma16216937
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