๐น It is a form of additive manufacturing that uses cells and other biocompatible materials as "inks", also known as bioinks, to print living structures layer-by-layer which mimic the behavior of natural living systems
๐น Bio-ink is a combination of living cells and a compatible base, like collagen, elastin, gelatin, hyaluronan, silk, alginate or nanocellulose
๐น Process:
1. Pre bio-printing involves creating the digital model that the printer will produce. The technologies used are computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans
2. Bio-printing is the actual printing process, where bio-ink is placed in a printer cartridge and deposition takes place based on the digital model
3. Post bio-printing is the mechanical and chemical stimulation of printed parts so as to create stable structures for the biological material
๐น Application:
1. Medicine and Bio-engineering
2. Disease treatment
3. Organ transplantation
4. Bone Tissue regeneration
5. Cosmetic Surgery
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