I. Tirado-Garcia

Papers

Total Citations

151

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About

Dr. I. Tirado-Garcia is a leading researcher in advanced manufacturing and multifunctional composite materials, with a particular focus on additive manufacturing (3D printing) of conductive polymer composites. Their most cited work, "Conductive 3D printed PLA composites: On the interplay of mechanical, electrical and thermal behaviours" (2021, 151 citations), represents a landmark contribution to the field. In this study, Dr. Tirado-Garcia systematically investigated carbon black-filled polylactic acid (PLA) composites, revealing the critical trade-offs between mechanical integrity, electrical conductivity, and thermal stability in 3D printed structures. This work has become essential reading for researchers developing functional printed electronics and smart structures. By demonstrating how processing parameters and filler content govern the coupled multifunctional properties of these materials, Dr. Tirado-Garcia has provided a foundational framework for designing next-generation 3D printed devices with integrated sensing, actuation, or energy storage capabilities. Their research bridges materials science and manufacturing engineering, offering practical guidelines for producing reliable, conductive components via fused filament fabrication. This impactful study continues to guide innovations in structural electronics and multifunctional additive manufacturing.