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This research aims to improve 3D printing speed and precision using RAFT polymerization techniques.

May 29, 2026Chemical Science0 citationsOpen Access

Ultrafast and High-Precision 3D Printing via Type-I-Initiated Xanthate-Mediated RAFT Polymerization

ZYZhihan YuanSoochow University YZYixiang ZhangShanghai Jiao Tong University YMYing MengSoochow University

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This research aims to improve 3D printing speed and precision using RAFT polymerization techniques.
Implemented photopolymerization to enhance spatial and temporal control in 3D printing.
Evaluated the effects of type-I-initiated xanthate-mediated RAFT polymerization on printing efficiency.
Examined various build speeds and the resulting network precision in printed models.
Achieved significantly higher build speeds when using RAFT polymerization techniques.
Demonstrated improved network precision without the typical trade-offs in speed.
Results indicate potential for broader applications in various advanced manufacturing fields.

Abstract

Photopolymerization-based 3D printing offers outstanding spatial and temporal control; however, achieving high build speeds without sacrificing network precision remains challenging, particularly for living/controlled polymerization systems. Herein, we report an ultrafast,...

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