Overview
This page documents the primary publication venues for research on FDM continuous fiber-reinforced composites, based on citations in the source review paper which includes 130 references.
Primary Journals
Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing
Elsevier
Scope: Manufacturing processes, applied composite science
Key Topics: Process optimization, fiber-matrix interfaces, mechanical properties
Representative Papers:
- Tian et al. (2016) — Interface and performance of 3D printed continuous carbon fiber reinforced PLA composites
- Ueda et al. (2020) — 3D compaction printing of continuous carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic
Composites Part B: Engineering
Elsevier
Scope: Engineering applications of composites
Key Topics: Impact damage, mechanical characterization, structural applications
Representative Papers:
- Caminero et al. (2018) — Impact damage resistance of 3D printed continuous fibre reinforced thermoplastic composites
- Ning et al. (2015) — Additive manufacturing of carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites using FDM
- Sang et al. (2019) — Development of short basalt fiber reinforced polylactide composites for 3D printing
Additive Manufacturing
Elsevier
Scope: All additive manufacturing technologies
Key Topics: Process development, novel materials, multi-material printing
Representative Papers:
- Chabaud et al. (2019) — Hygromechanical properties of 3D printed continuous carbon and glass fibre reinforced polyamide composite
- Gardner et al. (2016) — 3-D printing of multifunctional carbon nanotube yarn reinforced components
- Blok et al. (2018) — An investigation into 3D printing of fibre reinforced thermoplastic composites
Composite Structures
Elsevier
Scope: Structural analysis and design of composites
Key Topics: Mechanical behavior, predictive modeling, structural applications
Representative Papers:
- Melenka et al. (2016) — Evaluation and prediction of the tensile properties of continuous fiber-reinforced 3D printed structures
- Um et al. (2022) — 3D printed continuous carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic composite sandwich structure
- Justo et al. (2018) — Characterization of 3D printed long fibre reinforced composites
Polymers (MDPI)
MDPI (Open Access)
Scope: Polymer science and engineering
Key Topics: FDM filaments, polymer composites, 4D printing
Representative Papers:
- Karimi et al. (2024) — Various FDM Mechanisms Used in the Fabrication of Continuous-Fiber Reinforced Composites: A Review (Source Paper)
- Lupone et al. (2022) — Experimental Characterization and Modeling of 3D Printed Continuous Carbon Fibers Composites
- Rijckaert et al. (2022) — Continuous Fiber-Reinforced Aramid/PETG 3D-Printed Composites
- Rahmatabadi et al. (2022) — Shape Memory Effects in 4D Printed Two-Layer Composite Structures
Materials (MDPI)
MDPI (Open Access)
Scope: Materials science and engineering
Key Topics: Natural fiber composites, material characterization
Representative Papers:
- Zhang et al. (2020) — Three-Dimensional Printing of Continuous Flax Fiber-Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites
- Kuschmitz et al. (2021) — Development and Processing of Continuous Flax and Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites
Polymer Testing
Elsevier
Scope: Testing and characterization of polymers
Key Topics: Mechanical testing, interlaminar properties, process parameters
Representative Papers:
- Caminero et al. (2018) — Interlaminar bonding performance of 3D printed continuous fibre reinforced thermoplastic composites
- Alarifi (2023) — PETG/carbon fiber composites with different structures produced by 3D printing
Journal of Materials Processing Technology
Elsevier
Scope: Materials processing and manufacturing
Key Topics: Rapid prototyping, process optimization
Representative Papers:
- Li et al. (2016) — Rapid prototyping of continuous carbon fiber reinforced polylactic acid composites by 3D printing
Rapid Prototyping Journal
Emerald
Scope: Rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing
Key Topics: FDM process development, continuous fiber printing
Representative Papers:
- Yang et al. (2017) — 3D printing for continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites: Mechanism and performance
Scientific Reports (Nature)
Nature Publishing Group (Open Access)
Scope: Multidisciplinary science
Key Topics: Novel manufacturing methods
Representative Papers:
- Matsuzaki et al. (2016) — Three-dimensional printing of continuous-fiber composites by in-nozzle impregnation
Journal of Materials Science
Springer
Scope: Materials science
Key Topics: Material characterization, 4D printing
Representative Papers:
- Rahmatabadi et al. (2023) — 4D printing of PLA-TPU blends: Effect of PLA concentration, loading mode, and programming temperature
Journal Summary by Topic
| Topic | Primary Venues |
|---|---|
| Process Development | Additive Manufacturing, Rapid Prototyping Journal, Scientific Reports |
| Mechanical Properties | Composites Part A, Composites Part B, Composite Structures |
| Material Characterization | Polymer Testing, Journal of Materials Science |
| Natural Fiber Composites | Materials, Composites Part B |
| Impact/Damage Properties | Composites Part B |
| 4D Printing/Shape Memory | Polymers, Journal of Materials Science |
Open Access vs Subscription
| Access Type | Journals |
|---|---|
| Open Access | Polymers (MDPI), Materials (MDPI), Scientific Reports |
| Subscription/Hybrid | Composites Part A/B, Additive Manufacturing, Composite Structures, Polymer Testing, J. Materials Processing Technology |
Publication Trends
Based on the source paper's 130 references:
| Publication Period | Trend |
|---|---|
| Pre-2015 | Foundational FDM and short fiber research |
| 2015-2018 | Introduction of continuous fiber FDM methods |
| 2018-2021 | Mechanical characterization, commercial systems (MarkForged) |
| 2021-2024 | Natural fibers, 4D printing, modified mechanisms |