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4.4. Material Extrusion
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What is material extrusion?
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Think about how layers are built.
- 2.
Which technology is a common application of material extrusion?
Hint
It involves a lot of melting and extruding!
- 3.
What is the main function of material extrusion?
- To add material
- To remove material
- To mold material
Hint
It’s about building, not cutting.
- 4.
True or False: Material extrusion is more wasteful than subtractive manufacturing.
- True
- False
Hint
Think about how each method works.
- 5.
Propose a strategy to improve the thermal management system in a material extrusion process.
Hint
What happens if the temperature is not stable?
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Evaluate the role of post-processing in enhancing the usability of parts created by material extrusion.
Hint
How do we make a rough print look and fit better?
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