The Significance and Usage Strategies of Macromolecules in 3D Printed Ceramic Composites

3D printing technology enables the creation of complex ceramic structures and enhances the efficiency of customized ceramic production. Polymers play a crucial role in 3D-printed ceramic composites due to their unique processability, yet their significance and application strategies remain underexplored. These polymers not only enable rapid and precise 3D shaping but also offer additional advantages due to their unique and adjustable physicochemical properties. Therefore, the appropriate selection and utilization of polymers are expected to drive new breakthroughs in the field of 3D-printed ceramic composites. This review provides an overview of relevant additive manufacturing technologies and processes, with a specific focus on the strategies for using polymers in 3D-printed ceramic composites, including their roles as binders, templates, preceramics, and matrices. Highlighting the critical functionalities and potential value of these ceramic composites from a practical application perspective.