In contemporary manufacturing, there's a growing emphasis on reducing material losses during production processes. Through process optimization and the implementation of newer improvements, companies are actively working to minimize such losses. The ultimate goal for every manufacturing entity is to establish a closed material circulation within their processes, where all process and post-process waste is effectively reused.
Zero-waste dental alloy metal powder recovery from the 3D printing prosthetic scrap
Materials
Medical
This paper introduces a developed model for achieving closed material circulation in dental processes. Presently, improperly printed prosthetic restorations crafted from CoCr alloy render them unusable. Therefore, the objective of this study is to identify and optimize processes that facilitate material reuse.
For many years, dentistry has relied on precious base metal alloys, with gold alloys being a common choice. However, the high cost associated with gold alloys has prompted the search for alternative dental materials. Yet, the viability of these alternatives hinges on their safety for dentists, technicians, and patients. Key considerations in selecting an alloy include biocompatibility and resistance to corrosion. These factors play a significant role in limiting the use of alloys for dental prostheses, with the choice of alloy primarily driven by mechanical properties such as hardness, strength, and plasticity.
