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 |
Coupled Effects of Nozzle Diameter and Temperature on the Printability of Carbon Black/LIR Sensor Inks in Direct Ink Writing |
| Author(s) |
TANUBEN AMRUTBHAI CHAUDHARY, Anahita Emami |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
TANUBEN AMRUTBHAI CHAUDHARY |
| Abstract Scope |
Direct ink writing is a useful method for making soft and flexible sensors, but good print quality depends on choosing the right printing settings. This study looks at how nozzle diameter and nozzle temperature work together during printing of a Carbon Black/LIR elastomer ink. The ink is designed for conductive rubber sensors, and the study focuses on line width, shape stability, and electrical behavior of the printed traces. By testing a small set of nozzle sizes and temperatures, we examine how these two settings affect ink flow, filament shape, and print consistency. The results are used to identify a practical printing window that gives stable deposition and reliable sensor paths. This work gives a simple process guide for printing carbon-filled elastomer sensors with better accuracy and repeatability. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Undecided |