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Food shaping technology

Food shaping technology can help reshape soft food texture back to its original appearance.

Food shaping technology is divided into modeling and 3D printing. Modeling is the mainstream technology currently used in business. Processed food raw materials are placed into a pre-built model, and edible adhesives are added to reproduce the appearance of the food. appearance. 3D printing technology in the food field, which has recently expanded from medical applications, is considered a key technology for both personalized nutrition and sustainable manufacturing. It can use more raw materials than model shaping technology, and can also be used during production. Other techniques such as heat are used to give food two textures at the same time, such as the bone as well as the chicken leg meat.

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