3D Printing of Foods

3D food printing is a rapidly developing field that combines food processing techniques with 3D printing to create a range of synergistic applications. This book explores the foundation of food printability, safety challenges, research requirements, market trends, consumer preferences, globalization, and the integration of electrohydrodynamic processes and encapsulation. It provides thorough introductions to 3D printing technology, approaches, and food components, as well as practical discussions of pre-processing and alternative ingredients.

Format: Hardback
Length: 576 pages
Publication date: 21 April 2022
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Explore the fascinating realm of 3D food printing and its applications!

In 3D Printing of Foods, a team of distinguished researchers delves into the rapidly evolving field of 3D food printing, offering a comprehensive and enlightening exploration. The authors provide readers with an in-depth examination of "food printability," the fundamental principle behind this innovative technology. They discuss the significant research gap that still needs to be addressed, envisioning a robust discipline where food processing techniques seamlessly integrate with 3D food printing to unlock a range of synergistic applications.

Furthermore, the book addresses food industry market trends, consumer preferences, the globalization of printed foods, and consumer perception of 3D printed foods. It also explores the integration of electrohydrodynamic processes and encapsulation with 3D food printing.

This comprehensive resource is designed for 3D printing professionals, enthusiasts, food scientists, and anyone interested in a one-stop resource that covers this cutting-edge technology with nearly limitless potential.

Thorough introductions to 3D printing technology, 3D printing approaches, and food components and their printability

In-depth examinations of the factors affecting the printability of foods, printability and techniques, and natively printable foods

Practical discussions of pre-processing of non-printable foods and alternative ingredients used in food printing

Comprehensive explorations of 4D printing technology and the applications of 3D food printing technology

Weight: 1232g
Dimension: 250 x 176 x 39 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119669821