MTV

Tomographic Volumetric Additive Manufacturing (TVAM) is an emerging 3D printing technology that produces complete objects in a single processing step, without the need for layers or support structures. By projecting computed light patterns into a rotating volume of photosensitive resin, complex geometries can be manufactured rapidly and with minimal material waste. Despite its potential, TVAM remains challenging to control due to complex interactions between light propagation, photopolymerization kinetics, and evolving material properties.

The MTV project aims to develop predictive multiphysics simulation tools that capture these coupled optical, chemical, thermal, and mechanical processes. Advanced numerical models will be combined with uncertainty quantification and reduced-order modelling to investigate the influence of processing parameters on dimensional accuracy, surface quality, residual stresses, and mechanical performance. Ultimately, these tools will support process optimization, reduce experimental trial-and-error, and enable reliable, first-time-right manufacturing for industrial applications.