Process optimization and multi-scale evaluation of 3D-printed pineapple fiber–reinforced PLA composites

Rengaiyah Govindarajan Padmanabhan, Aniket B Kolekar, Sharan Kumar L H, A Joseph Arockiam, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Arasu Engineering College, Department of Mechanical Engineering, D Y Patil International University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sharnbasva University

Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials

Published online on February 19, 2026

Abstract

Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials, Ahead of Print.
Three-dimensional (3D) printing has emerged as a versatile and sustainable manufacturing route for developing natural fiber–reinforced polymer composites. In this study, the objective is to enhance the mechanical performance and surface quality of 3D-...