Overview
Post-processing of 3D printed parts refers to the finishing steps applied after an object comes off the printer to improve its appearance, accuracy, strength, or function. Depending on the printing method and material, these steps can include removing support structures, sanding, polishing, chemical or thermal treatment, curing, and coating. Post-processing reduces visible layer lines, refines surface quality and dimensional accuracy, and prepares parts for their final use, making it an integral stage of the additive manufacturing workflow rather than an optional extra. This stage is part of the broader field of 3D printing and additive manufacturing covered by the journal, which spans the materials, methods, and applications of printed parts. The journal's scope includes work on 3D-printed scaffolds and biocompatible materials, where finishing and material properties affect performance, as well as the wider legal and practical context surrounding printed objects. This page gathers peer-reviewed, open-access research relevant to additive manufacturing and the handling, finishing, and application of 3D printed parts.
Research published in this journal
2 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.