6. Glossary

Primer

The initiation stage corresponds to the reaction of an A molecule, called an "initiator", which, under the effect of an energy input (light, heat, etc.) reacts (as A or rather in the form of fragments such as free radicals) with a monomer to start a polymerization chain reaction.

Ascendant

A bottom-up approach characterizes the direction of an intellectual process; it can be a synthesis starting from the detail, from the "bottom".

Self-assembly

It refers to the processes by which a disorganized system spontaneously and autonomously assembles and organizes itself, as a result of specific, local interactions between its components.

BJ (Binder Jetting)

In this additive manufacturing process, a binder is selectively...