Assessment of Impact Resistance Characteristics of 3D-Printed Polymers

Abstract:

This study investigates the impact resistance of 3D-printed polymers, including PLAWM, PLA, and ABS. ABS showed the highest impact resistance with an average damage area of 150 mm² and a standard deviation of 8 mm². PLA had moderate resistance, averaging 180 mm² with a 10 mm² standard deviation. PLA-WM exhibited the least resistance, with an average damage area of 220 mm² and a 15 mm² standard deviation—50% more than ABS and 22% more than PLA. These findings provide insights for optimizing 3D printing processes for high-durability applications.

• Periodical: Key Engineering Materials (Volume 1027)
• Pages: 19-26
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/p-g8owyW
• Online since: October 2025
• Authors: Muhammad Rehan Khan, Shamsher Ali*, Ibrahim Asim, Syed Aliyar Shah, Moiz Ahmad
• Keywords: 3D Printing, Additive Manufacturing, Impact Resistance, Mechanical Properties, Polymers

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