Fused Deposition Modeling

Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) is one of many rapid prototyping processes used to fabricate 3-D objects.

FDM machines (manufactured by Stratasys Inc.) build prototype parts by extruding thermoplastic materials such as ABS and Nylon and depositing it layer-by-layer. FDM currently has the some of the best material options available although finished parts still do not match the full physical properties of the native resin due to the layer laminations.

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