Smart Hybrid Manufacturing

Hybrid and bridging processes represent an effective way to not only enhance process capabilities but also develop novel processes with synergies beyond the capabilities of the individual processes. However, as hybrid or bridging requires more than just repetition of processes, theoretical or experimental approaches should be carried out to improve the compatibility of individual processes. In the former research, a novel hybrid process for 3D printing at the micro/nano-scale with multi-material capabilities was described. We will keep our efforts on expanding the capability and scalability, aiming highly-flexible, effective, and scalable manufacturing processes.