TRENDS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF 3D FOOD PRINTING

This article reviews the currently existing schemes of 3D printers assigned for printing with edible components. The main types of extruders used for printing with food mixtures are considered in the article. Promising components are described, which serve as a base for creating the mixtures for 3D food printing. Examples of the successful application of 3D printing to create food products are given. The concept of 4D printing is considered.