Compressive performance of 3D-printed lightweight structures: Infill pattern optimization via Multiple-Criteria Decision Analysis method
The present work addresses a comprehensive compression characterization of Polylactic Acid (PLA) parts produced through the material extrusion (MEX) process, focusing on large strain ranges (0–80 %). Additionally, an optimization study of the infill pattern (IP) was conducted using the Multiple-Crit...
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| description | The present work addresses a comprehensive compression characterization of Polylactic Acid (PLA) parts produced through the material extrusion (MEX) process, focusing on large strain ranges (0–80 %). Additionally, an optimization study of the infill pattern (IP) was conducted using the Multiple-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) method. The study showed that the compressive behavior of the examined parts is similar to cellular materials (e.g., foams) and varies based on the IP, exhibiting brittle, quasi-brittle, or ductile fracture modes. The highest compressive modulus (745.35 MPa) and compressive strength (33.95 MPa) were observed for the Hilbert Curve IP, while the lowest values were recorded for the Lightning IP. Honeycomb IP presented the best energy absorption performance (16.65 MJ/m3), whereas Lightning IP had the lowest (0.14 MJ/m3). In terms of specific properties, Star IP was found as the most efficient, owing to its lightweight design, outperforming other IPs. Considering conventional and specific compressive properties through the MCDA method, Star IP was identified as the optimal pattern across three key criteria: “stiffness-driven”, “strength-driven”, and “energy absorption-driven” structures. Lightning IP exhibited the shortest printing time and lightest weight, whereas Honeycomb IP exhibited the maximum time and weight. Finally, the dimensional accuracy of all MEX-printed specimens was exceptionally high, with dimensional relative errors below 0.15 %. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-851ae3f7436f41b2b961e8cf3a43f6a52025-01-11T06:41:54ZengElsevierResults in Engineering2590-12302025-03-0125103936Compressive performance of 3D-printed lightweight structures: Infill pattern optimization via Multiple-Criteria Decision Analysis methodCristina Vălean0Emanoil Linul1Dipen Kumar Rajak2Department of Mechanics and Strength of Materials, Politehnica University Timisoara, 1 Mihai Viteazu Avenue, 300 222 Timisoara, Romania; Research Institute for Renewable Energies, Politehnica University Timisoara, 138 Musicescu Gavril Street, Timisoara 300 774, RomaniaDepartment of Mechanics and Strength of Materials, Politehnica University Timisoara, 1 Mihai Viteazu Avenue, 300 222 Timisoara, Romania; Corresponding author.Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad 201002, UP, India; CSIR-Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute, Bhopal 462026, MP, IndiaThe present work addresses a comprehensive compression characterization of Polylactic Acid (PLA) parts produced through the material extrusion (MEX) process, focusing on large strain ranges (0–80 %). Additionally, an optimization study of the infill pattern (IP) was conducted using the Multiple-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) method. The study showed that the compressive behavior of the examined parts is similar to cellular materials (e.g., foams) and varies based on the IP, exhibiting brittle, quasi-brittle, or ductile fracture modes. The highest compressive modulus (745.35 MPa) and compressive strength (33.95 MPa) were observed for the Hilbert Curve IP, while the lowest values were recorded for the Lightning IP. Honeycomb IP presented the best energy absorption performance (16.65 MJ/m3), whereas Lightning IP had the lowest (0.14 MJ/m3). In terms of specific properties, Star IP was found as the most efficient, owing to its lightweight design, outperforming other IPs. Considering conventional and specific compressive properties through the MCDA method, Star IP was identified as the optimal pattern across three key criteria: “stiffness-driven”, “strength-driven”, and “energy absorption-driven” structures. Lightning IP exhibited the shortest printing time and lightest weight, whereas Honeycomb IP exhibited the maximum time and weight. Finally, the dimensional accuracy of all MEX-printed specimens was exceptionally high, with dimensional relative errors below 0.15 %.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590123025000246Material extrusionInfill patternPolylactic acidCompressive propertiesOptimization |
| spellingShingle | Cristina Vălean Emanoil Linul Dipen Kumar Rajak Compressive performance of 3D-printed lightweight structures: Infill pattern optimization via Multiple-Criteria Decision Analysis method Results in Engineering Material extrusion Infill pattern Polylactic acid Compressive properties Optimization |
| title | Compressive performance of 3D-printed lightweight structures: Infill pattern optimization via Multiple-Criteria Decision Analysis method |
| title_full | Compressive performance of 3D-printed lightweight structures: Infill pattern optimization via Multiple-Criteria Decision Analysis method |
| title_fullStr | Compressive performance of 3D-printed lightweight structures: Infill pattern optimization via Multiple-Criteria Decision Analysis method |
| title_full_unstemmed | Compressive performance of 3D-printed lightweight structures: Infill pattern optimization via Multiple-Criteria Decision Analysis method |
| title_short | Compressive performance of 3D-printed lightweight structures: Infill pattern optimization via Multiple-Criteria Decision Analysis method |
| title_sort | compressive performance of 3d printed lightweight structures infill pattern optimization via multiple criteria decision analysis method |
| topic | Material extrusion Infill pattern Polylactic acid Compressive properties Optimization |
| url | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590123025000246 |
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