Additive manufactured bioplastics for conceptual models of knee customized prostheses

Abstract

The article presents a promising technology for medical applications - additive technology by thermoplastic extrusion. Some conceptual models for knee prostheses of different constructional forms have been made using FDM technology. Different materials, including biocompatible, were considered and different 3D printing equipment was used to choose the variant with the most optimal characteristics. These conceptual models can have various beneficial applications in medicine, improving the quality and functionality of personalized prostheses.