| About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2025 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Porous Materials for Biomedical Applications
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| Presentation Title |
Non-Thermal Plasma Modification of 3D-Printed Starch-Based Bio-composites: Advancing Soft Robotics and Biocompatible Materials through In-situ Corona Discharge Treatment |
| Author(s) |
Alexis Gasca, Rajvardhan Patil, Derek Xiong, Kaiyu Vang, Sankha Banerjee |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Alexis Gasca |
| Abstract Scope |
This work explores in-situ non-thermal plasma treatment of 3D-printed starch-based bio-composites for soft robotics and biocompatible materials. Starch is chosen for its abundance, cost-effectiveness, and biocompatibility. The research focuses on modifying starch granule-surface proteins to enhance flexibility and responsiveness for soft robotic actuators. Adaptive networks are investigated under quasi-static corona discharge plasma conditions to create dynamic, bio-inspired structures. Plasma current-voltage analysis optimizes bonding characteristics for improved durability of biocompatible implants and soft robotic interfaces. Advanced electron microscopy characterizes surface modifications and microstructural changes. Hybrid machine learning models predict and control material properties for customized biocompatible materials. This approach integrates 3D printing with non-thermal plasma treatment to fabricate materials with tunable properties. The research aims to revolutionize wearable technology, minimally invasive medical devices, and bio-integrated robotics through bio-inspired design and advanced material modification techniques. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: |
| Keywords |
Biomaterials, Polymers, Thin Films and Interfaces |