Research

Our research lies at the intersection of biomimetic design, advanced manufacturing, and process optimization, with a primary focus on electrically assisted additive manufacturing (AM). We explore a wide spectrum of topics, including:

--Biomimetic design and manufacturing

--Advanced functional composite materials

--Multi-physics simulation and modeling

--Machine learning-based process monitoring and optimization

These efforts aim to enable transformative applications in soft robotics, biomedical devices, energy systems, smart infrastructure, advanced optical and surface engineering, and beyond. My overarching goal is to develop intelligent, sustainable, and versatile additive manufacturing solutions that promote societal well-being and improve quality of life. Further details are organized by research category below. Please visit our Publications page for representative examples across these exciting research directions.

(1) Electrically Assisted Vat Photopolymerization

S. Feng, T. Tang , et al., Nano Letters, 2025.

T. Tang et al., JOM, 2023.

T. Tang et al., Advanced Functional Materials, 2023.

T. Tang et al., Journal of Manufacturing Science and Engineering, 2022.

(2) Acoustic Levitation-assisted Contactless Droplet Printing

T. Tang et al., Journal of Manufacturing Science and Engineering, 2023.

(3) Continuous Fiber Reinforced Composite

T. Tang et al., Journal of Manufacturing Processes, 2025. 

(4) Green and Sustainable Additive Manufacturing

T. Tang et al., Virtual and Physical Prototyping, 2025.

Saleh Alfarhan, Tengteng Tang, et al., Polymer Chemistry, 2024.