What does FDM stand for in 3D printing and how does it work? by staff@engadget.com (Alec Hively) from Engadget - Technology News & Expert Reviews on 2026-10-03 14:30 (#78T5K) FDM stands for fused deposition modeling, but what does that mean, and how does it differ from other 3D printing methods? Let's find out.