Smart Polymer Composites

Printing the Future: Smart Polymer Composites and 3D Printing Dr. Pulla Sammaiah Professor, Center for Materials & Manufacturing, Department of Mechanical Engineering, SR University, Warangal In the rapidly evolving world of advanced manufacturing, two disruptive technologies are converging to redefine what’s possible — Smart Polymer Composites and 3D Printing. Together, they hold the potential to create next-generation materials and products that are not only strong and lightweight but also responsive, adaptable, and multifunctional. Smart Polymer Composites Smart polymer composites are materials designed to sense, respond, and adapt to environmental stimuli such as heat, light, stress, or electrical fields. By integrating reinforcements like carbon fibers, nanoparticles, or ceramic fillers, these composites exhibit properties such as: l Shape-memory effects (returning to original shape when triggered), l Self-healing capabilities, l Electrical/thermal conductivity, l Flexibility ...

Pushing the Boundaries of Manufacturing with TiB₂-Reinforced CF-PEEK Composites  Dr. Pulla Sammaiah Professor, Center for Materials & Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, SR University, Warangal  A Major Advancement for Aerospace, Defence & High-Performance Engineering The need for lightweight, durable, and thermally stable materials is rapidly growing across aerospace, defence, automotive, and industrial sectors. Among the latest breakthroughs is the TiB₂-reinforced CF-PEEK composite , a hybrid material that combines: v  Carbon Fiber   – E xceptional stiffness and mechanical strength v    PEEK Polymer   – S uperior thermal, chemical, and electrical properties v  Titanium Diboride (TiB₂)   – E xcellent hardness, wear resistance, and high-temperature performance Together, these reinforcements create a next-generation composite capable of excelling in extreme and high-temperature environments. ��  How This Advanced Composite Is M...