Mechanical engineers explore kitchen uses for 3D printing

Mechanical engineers explore kitchen uses for 3D printing

Cooking devices that incorporate three-dimensional (3D) printers, lasers, or other software-driven processes may soon replace conventional cooking appliances such as ovens, stovetops, and microwaves. But will people want ...

Mechanical engineers explore kitchen uses for 3D printing

3D-printed cheesecake utilizing edible meals inks, together with peanut butter, Nutella, and strawberry j. Credit: Jonathan Blutinger/Columbia Engineering Cooking gadgets that incorporate three-dimensional (3D) printers, lasers, or different software-driven processes could quickly substitute typical cooking home equipment equivalent to ovens, stovetops, and microwaves. However will individuals wish to use a 3D printer—even one as fantasticall…