EPE/TDHVL PhD student wins Best Poster Presentation Award at IEEE CEIDP 2025

Our paper, entitled “Influence of Layer Height on the Dielectric and Tensile Properties of 3D-Printed Polypropylene-Based Copolymer”, authored by Dimitris Axiotis (PhD Student), Dr Orestis Vryonis, Dr Istebreq Saeedi, and Dr Thomas Andritsch from the Tony Davies High Voltage Laboratory (TDHVL), University of Southampton, received the Best Poster Presentation Award at the 2025 IEEE Conference on Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena (CEIDP), held in Manchester, United Kingdom.

This work investigates how additive manufacturing parameters, specifically layer height, influence the electrical and mechanical performance of 3D-printed polypropylene-based materials. By evaluating dielectric spectroscopy, DC conductivity, and tensile test results, the study provides insights into the relationship between interlayer adhesion and porosity, and their combined impact on the dielectric and structural reliability of printed polymeric insulators.

The findings contribute to the growing field of additive manufacturing for high-voltage insulation applications, showcasing its potential to produce custom-designed components with electrical characteristics suited to different application needs.

The IEEE CEIDP is one of the most prestigious international conferences in the field of dielectrics and electrical insulation, bringing together researchers and industry professionals from across the globe. The recognition of this work through the Best Poster Presentation Award reflects the innovative contribution of the TDHVL group to advancing knowledge in polymeric insulation and emerging manufacturing technologies.