About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2026 Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (SFF Symp 2026)
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| Symposium
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2026 Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (SFF Symp 2026)
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| Presentation Title |
Correlation Between Rheology, Print Quality, and Porosity in Robocasted Silicon Nitride Ceramics |
| Author(s) |
Christian Isaac Mendez Moreno, Carmen Rocha, Nicholas Ku, Abigail Ortega, Francisco Medina |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Christian Isaac Mendez Moreno |
| Abstract Scope |
This study investigates the development of silicon nitride (Si₃N₄) ceramic slurries for
robocasting through the evaluation of various binders, dispersants, and balancing
agents. Multiple slurry formulations were prepared using different additive
concentrations to determine their influence on rheological behavior, printability, and final
part quality. Rheological testing was conducted to evaluate viscosity and flow
characteristics required for successful extrusion during the robocasting process. The
optimized formulations were subsequently printed into test geometries and analyzed for
density and porosity after processing. Results demonstrated that additive selection and
concentration significantly affected slurry stability, extrusion consistency, and structural
integrity of the printed components. Porosity measurements ranged from approximately
20% to 10%, indicating notable improvements in densification and print quality among
the optimized formulations. The findings highlight the importance of slurry formulation
design in achieving enhanced rheological performance and improved physical
properties for silicon nitride ceramic components fabricated through material extrusion
techniques |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Undecided |