While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
- Fused deposition modeling (FDM) is one type of 3D printing technology.
- FDM is also called material extrusion.
- FDM printers eject a modeling medium through a heated nozzle to build an object layer by layer.
- Italian company Barilla uses FDM printers that extrude layers of semolina and water dough to create unique shapes of pasta.
- Ukrainian entrepreneur Dinara Kasko uses an FDM printer that extrudes layers of silicone to create uniquely shaped molds for baking cakes.