ORCID ID

0000-0003-3399-5449

Date Awarded

2019

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Department

Applied Science

Advisor

Hannes C Schniepp

Committee Member

Mark K Hinders

Committee Member

Emilie J Siochi

Committee Member

Catharine C Fay

Abstract

Aerospace systems demand high performance materials that minimize weight while functioning under extreme environmental conditions. One way to meet these requirements is by incorporating hierarchical structures into part design. These structures are known to impart unique mechanical properties not characteristic of the bulk material such as high strength and toughness. It is difficult, however, to manufacture these structures due to the inherent trade-off between part size and feature resolution in traditional manufacturing processes. Additive manufacturing offers a potential solution to these issues by allowing material placement directly at desired locations. This loosens geometric constraints and allows for multiple contiguous materials in a single part. Despite these advantages, additive manufacturing still suffers from part size/feature resolution and repeatability issues. The goal of this work is to develop capabilities for additive manufacturing of hierarchical structures with features from the nano- to macroscale. First, we will study existing additive manufacturing techniques for aerospace grade parts and develop improved systems to mitigate repeatability issues. Then, we will use carbon nanotubes as an element for manufacturing multifunctional systems with material hierarchy. Finally, we will study biostructures as the basis of new additive manufacturing techniques for geometric hierarchy. This includes diatomite composite printing as well as growth and manipulation of live diatoms on macroscale parts.

DOI

http://dx.doi.org/10.21220/s2-b1n8-rd66

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