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Table 5 Various categories in 3D printing technology

From: Advances in the application of mesenchymal stem cells, exosomes, biomimetic materials, and 3D printing in osteoporosis treatment

Manufacturing theory

Characteristic

Application

Vat photopolymerization

High resolution and printing speed

Drug delivery, medical device manufacturing in orthopedics

Material jetting

Can use different-hardness materials in one print

Medical models

Binder jetting

Coloring

Color coding in anatomy, biodegradable implantable devices

Powder bed fusion

Various derivative techniques, good durability

Medical devices, such as metal and alloyed titanium frameworks in dentistry

Material extrusion

Economical, easy to operate

Most household machines