Characterization of conch shell powder reinforced PLA composite filaments for additive manufacturing applications

Rashia Begum Syed Ibrahim, Sneha Pachaiappan Queeni Metilda, Vasumathi Manivachakan, Saravana Kumar Murugesan, Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, Anna University, Graduate Institute of Manufacturing Technology, National Taipei University of Technology, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Saveetha School of Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences

Journal of Reinforced Plastics and Composites

Published online on January 24, 2026

Abstract

Journal of Reinforced Plastics and Composites, Ahead of Print.
In recent years, PLA-based composite filaments have gained significant importance in additive manufacturing due to their biodegradability, ease of processing, and potential for improved functional properties. Although natural fillers such as wood, ...