Application of FDM 3D Printing Technology in Industrial Design

Abstract

3D printing is a technology used to manufacture three-dimensional shapes by layering liquid or solid materials. Since the proliferation of desktop 3D printers in the late 2000s, 3D printing technology has been widely applied in industrial design in various ways. Among the various 3D printing methods, Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) is the most commonly used owing to its cost-effectiveness and ease of use. However, its layer-by-layer deposition results affect the print quality and precision, necessitating the need for post-processing to improve the final output. Consequently, FDM has not been widely utilized for product manufacturing or final prototype production. However, recent advancements in industrial design have creatively addressed these limitations, allowing the utilization of FDM printers as tools for producing real products that enhance the user experience. This study examines the overall trends and characteristics of FDM-based 3D printing and explores its applications in industrial design with a focus on the user experience.