This book describes several post-processing techniques that can be used to enhance the mechanical strength, isotropy, surface quality, and dimensional accuracy of 3D printed components using the Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) technique. It also discusses the usage of adhesives, interlocks, fasteners, ultrasonic, frictional, and microwave energy to join FDM-3D printed parts. Furthermore, the book also covers the scope of future research and challenges in the post-processing of FDM parts, as well as some of the most popular approaches in the field, such as Big Area Additive Manufacturing (BAAM), Machine Learning, and Internet of Things (IoT).

Features:

• Covers all necessary details related to post-processing of Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) parts.
• Provides an overview of various joining techniques for 3D printed FDM parts.
• Focuses on the latest developments related to sustainability and optimization in post-processing of FDM parts.
• Includes microwave joining of 3D printed parts.
• Reviews case studies on cutting edge research, innovation, and development aspects.

This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students in additive manufacturing, materials science, as well as manufacturing engineering.

Vinayak R. Malik is working as Associate Professor in the department of Mechanical Engineering at KLS Gogte institute of Technology. He holds a Doctorate degree in Material Science from Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore. His research areas include Friction Stir Welding and Processing, Microwave Sintering, Materials technology, Additive Manufacturing and 3D printing. He has published numerous research papers in reputed journals along with 2 grants and 4 patents to his credit. His research contributions in close association with industry partner Enerzi Microwave Systems Pvt. Ltd. have yielded metallurgical solutions to Industrial problems.

Vivek Tiwary is working as Assistant Professor in the department of Mechanical Engineering at KLS Gogte institute of Technology. He holds a Master’s degree in Material Science & Metallurgy from National Institute of Technology, Surathkal. His research areas include Materials technology, Additive Manufacturing, Welding/joining of 3D printed parts and Heat treatment of steels. His PhD title is “Experimental Investigations of Joining as Post-Processing Techniques to Circumvent the Bed Size Limitation of FDM-3D Printers” earned from VTU. He has published fifteen research papers in reputed SCI journals. He has obtained and executed grants worth Rs. 55 lakhs from KCTU and KSCST. Recently his final year UG project has also bagged the reputed IMTEX and KSCST awards. His most recent "IOT based 3D printing" event was one of several workshops and training programmes he has held for students and industry personnel. He has been actively offering consultancy services to the local MSME's industries in the fields of 3D printing and 3D scanning.

Arunkumar P. is an Associate Professor at the KLS Gogte Institute of Technology, Belagavi. He was previously the institute’s chief of examiner (COE), and he is currently the Dean of academics. His experience in the field of academics and industry extends over a period of 18 years. His research areas include CAD/CAM, Process Planning and Additive Manufacturing. He has 30 international journal and conference publications to his credit along with two research grants. He has conducted several workshops/FDP for MSME's industries in the fields of 3D printing and 3D scanning. He has received invitations to serve as a resource on reverse engineering and 3D printing from numerous organisations and businesses.