1. Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) Process and Working Principle

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is FDM?

   Hint

   Think about the process of building objects layer by layer.

2. 2.

   Name one thermoplastic material used in FDM.

   Hint

   Consider commonly used plastics in 3D printing.

3. 3.

   What does FDM stand for?

   • Fused Deposition Modeling
   • Fast Design Manufacturing
   • Foam Deposition Method

   Hint

   It's a common term in additive manufacturing.

4. 4.

   True or False: FDM can only use PLA as a material.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the variety of materials mentioned.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the potential applications of using a carbon-fiber reinforced thermoplastic in FDM printing compared to standard PLA.

   Hint

   Consider the benefits of added material strength and weight in real-world applications.

6. 6.

   Discuss the implications of layer thickness selection on the production time and the resolution of an FDM printed part. Provide examples.

   Hint

   Analyze how quality requirements might affect thickness choices.