Rapid Prototyping of Biomaterials

- Contributor contact details - Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials - Introduction - Chapter 1: Introduction to rapid prototyping of biomaterials - Abstract: - 1.1 Introduction - 1.2 Definition of rapid prototyping (RP) systems - 1.3 Basic process - 1.4 Conventional RP systems and classification - 1.5 RP of biomaterials - 1.6 Conclusion and future trends - 1.7 Sources of further information and advice - Chapter 2: Freeform fabrication of nanobiomaterials using 3D printing - Abstract: - 2.1 Introduction - 2.2 Laser-based solid freeform fabrication (SFF) techniques - 2.3 Droplet-based SFF techniques - 2.4 Nozzle-based SFF techniques - 2.5 Extrusion freeforming of biomaterials scaffold - 2.6 Dry powder printing - 2.7 Conclusion - Chapter 3: Rapid prototyping techniques for the fabrication of biosensors - Abstract: - 3.1 Introduction - 3.2 Rapid prototyping (RP) of microfluidic systems - 3.3 Functionalization - 3.4 Biomaterials compatibility - 3.5 Conclusion and future trends - 3.6 Sources of further information and advice - Chapter 4: Rapid prototyping technologies for tissue regeneration - Abstract: - 4.1 Introduction - 4.2 Rapid prototyping (RP) technologies in tissue regeneration - 4.3 Laser-assisted techniques - 4.4 Extrusion-based techniques - 4.5 Inkjet printing (IP) - 4.6 Conclusion - Chapter 5: Rapid prototyping of complex tissues with laser assisted bioprinting (LAB) - Abstract: - 5.1 Introduction - 5.2 Rationale for using laser assisted bioprinting (LAB) in tissue engineering - 5.3 Terms of reference for LAB - 5.4 LAB parameters for cell printing - 5.5 High resolution and high throughput needs and limits - 5.6 Applications of LAB - 5.7 Conclusion - 5.8 Acknowledgements - Chapter 6: Scaffolding hydrogels for rapid prototyping based tissue engineering - Abstract: - 6.1 Introduction - 6.2 Biomaterials in tissue engineering - 6.3 Review of commonly used hydrogel-forming scaffolding biomaterials - 6.4 Applications of scaffolding hydrogels - 6.5 Conclusion - Chapter 7: Bioprinting for constructing microvascular systems for organs - Abstract: - 7.1 Introduction - 7.2 Biomimetic model for microvasculature printing - 7.3 The bio-blueprint for microvasculature printing - 7.4 Microvasculature printing strategies - 7.5 Microvasculature post-printing stage - 7.6 Future trends - 7.7 Acknowledgements - Chapter 8: Feasibility of 3D scaffolds for organs - Abstract: - 8.1 Introduction - 8.2 Overview of organ fabrication - 8.3 The right place: physical properties of the scaffold - 8.4 The right time: temporal expectations on the scaffold - 8.5 The right biomaterials: scaffold fabrication effects on non-scaffold components - 8.6 The right characteristics: material types - 8.7 The right process: biofabrication - 8.8 Conclusion - 8.9 Sources of further information and advice - Chapter 9: 3-D organ printing technologies for tissue engineering applications - Abstract: - 9.1 Introduction - 9.2 Three-dimensional printing methods for organ printing - 9.3 From medical imaging to organ printing - 9.4 Applications in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine - 9.5 Future trends - 9.6 Conclusion - Chapter 10: Rapid prototyping technology for bone regeneration - Abstract: - 10.1 Introduction - 10.2 Bone: properties, structure, and modeling - 10.3 Engineering of bone tissue - 10.4 Conventional scaffolds for bone regeneration - 10.5 Cell printing technology for bone regeneration - 10.6 Future trends - 10.7 Conclusion - 10.8 Acknowledgement - Chapter 11: Additive manufacturing of a prosthetic limb - Abstract: - 11.1 Introduction - 11.2 The aim in designing a prosthetic limb - 11.3 A biomimetic approach to design - 11.4 Integrating functionality - 11.5 A 'greener' approach to design - 11.6 Tactile dividends of additively manufactured parts - 11.7 Vast design flexibility - 11.8 Conclusion - Index