According to An-Najah National University, a recent scientific study has introduced advanced mechanisms for predicting material behavior in 3D printing processes. The research establishes a link between the rheological properties of printing materials and deposition kinematics through Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modeling. These findings contribute to improving print quality, optimizing material deposition patterns, and enhancing the efficiency and reliability of 3D printing technologies across engineering, industrial, and medical applications.

The study’s results were published in Physics of Fluids, a leading international peer-reviewed journal specializing in fluid mechanics and fluid dynamics. The journal is ranked in the first quartile (Q1) and has an impact factor of 4.2, reflecting its high scientific standing in the field.

The research was conducted by Simon Kerckhove under the joint supervision of Professors Francisco Gilabert and Flavio Marchesini from Ghent University, and Dr. Bahaa Shaqour from An-Najah National University.

An experimental component of the study was carried out in the laboratories of An-Najah National University, with the participation of undergraduate student Mohammad Odeh from the Mechatronics Engineering program. This involvement highlights the University’s commitment to integrating students into applied research and bridging theoretical knowledge with practical experience. The achievement further strengthens An-Najah National University’s international research partnerships and its role as a leading institution in scientific research and innovation.