Date of Award

12-2023

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

M.S.E.

Degree Program

Engineering and Applied Science - Mechanical

Department

Mechanical Engineering

Major Professor

Smith, Damon

Second Advisor

Schilling, Paul

Third Advisor

Herrington, Paul

Abstract

The objective of this research was to investigate the use of nano- and microparticle amendments for the creation of Poly-lactic Acid composite materials for use in biomedical applications using the Fused Filament Fabrication process of Additive Manufacturing. Composites were created with the goal of imparting the useful properties of antimicrobial activity and x-ray absorption to the material. In addition to testing the efficacy of the particle amendments in achieving the desired properties, the thermal and mechanical properties of the composite materials were tested to ensure that the composites would be compatible with the Fused Filament Fabrication process and would produce a robust end product. In general, the sought-after properties were observed, while mechanical strength was reduced at high particle concentrations.

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