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4D Printing is the premier journal dedicated to the manufacturing of dynamic entities that respond to environmental stimuli by integrating time as a fourth dimension.

ISSN: 3049-9569
eISSN: 3049-9569

Aims and scope

The 4D Printing is the first of its kind journal and aims to make a significant impact on the 4D additive manufacturing field. It focuses on the principles and advances of 4D materials and additive manufacturing and provides valuable insights and knowledge for researchers.

4D additive manufacturing is a rapidly evolving research field and the 4D Printing journal welcomes Research Papers, Review Papers, and Short Communications. Short Communications with a typical shorter length are intended to rapidly disseminate new ideas, innovative concepts, preliminary findings, or novel approaches. 

The journal covers the following key topics:

  • Advanced additive manufacturing techniques (4D printing, bioprinting, multi-material printing, new processes, large scale manufacturing, hybrid manufacturing, closed-loop 3D/4D printing).
  • 4D printing of soft robotics, sensors, electronics, energy harvesters, and self-healing devices. 
  • Advanced simulation for additive manufacturing. 
  • New multi-functional materials and biomaterials for 4D printing.
  • Design for 4D printing using artificial intelligence and topological optimisation.
  • Characterisation of advanced properties for 4D printing (morphing, mechanical, fatigue, aging, etc).
  • Industrialization and applications enabled by 4D printing (health, mechanical, aerospace, automotive, sport, civil, etc)
     
sustainable

This title is aligned with our sustainable structures and infrastructures goal

We recognise the transformative power of sustainable engineering, design and building practices in creating a world where our planet and its inhabitants can thrive.

SDG 3 Good health & well-being
SDG 6 Clean water & sanitation
SDG 7 Affordable & clean energy
SDG 9 Industry, innovation & infrastructure
SDG 11 Sustainable cities & communities
SDG 12 Responsible consumption & production
SDG 13 Climate action
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