3D printing: How it works

Marlborough, Massachusetts – Fused deposition modeling (FDM) machines create functional three-dimensional parts by extruding and depositing thermoplastic materials in layers. By melting and advancing a fine ribbon of plastic through a computer-controlled extrusion head, parts are produced that are ready to use.

The white paper walks you, step-by-step, through the FDM production process and addresses the four main application categories for FDM technology.

Source: CADD Edge