Bed

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ADM-000029",
  "term": "Bed",
  "field": "Additive manufacturing and 3D printing",
  "definition": "The platform or surface within an additive manufacturing machine where the part is built layer by layer. This surface often includes heating elements to maintain specific temperatures for optimal material adhesion and to prevent warping. In powder bed fusion, the bed also holds the unfused powder surrounding the printed part.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/additive-manufacturing/bed/"
}