Tània Explores New 3D Printing Methods at Mid Sweden University
The Sports Tech Research Centre continues to attract international researchers to its research environments. One of them is Spanish PhD student Tània Vilella, whose research focuses on biocompatible, 3D-printed shape memory alloys.
Tània Vilella's main field of study is materials engineering, with a particular focus on the development of biocompatible 3D-printed shape memory alloys. These materials possess unique properties that make them useful in medical technology and other high-tech applications. Tània is usually based at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, UPC, in Barcelona and will be in Östersund at Mid Sweden University for three months.
Her decision to come to Mid Sweden University and the Sports Tech Research Centre was based on the expertise in advanced 3D printing available here.
"During my research on shape memory alloys, I realized the importance of exploring different additive manufacturing methods. The Sports Tech Research Centre provided me with the opportunity to examine a new 3D printing technique, which could contribute to a comparative analysis of different methods and their impact on material properties."
"So far, my experience here has been very positive. The welcoming and supportive environment has made it easy for me to integrate into the research group," says Tània.
Goals During the Stay
During her time at Mid Sweden University, Tània hopes to conduct a thorough comparative analysis of another 3D printing technique for shape memory alloys. Additionally, she aims to deepen her knowledge of other additive manufacturing processes, particularly the Electron Beam Melting (EBM) process, which is available at Sports Tech.
"I also look forward to establishing strong connections with the faculty and other researchers, which could lead to future collaborations."
When asked where she sees herself in ten years, Tània Vilella has a clear vision:
"I want to continue working in materials science research, preferably in an interdisciplinary and collaborative environment. My goal is to continuously expand my knowledge and contribute to the development of new materials."