3D Printing Projects
by DK
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Pub Date Oct 03 2017 | Archive Date Feb 13 2018
DK | DK Children
Description
3D Printing Projects provides an introduction to the exciting and ever-expanding world of 3D designing and printing. Learn how a 3D printer works and the different types of 3D printers on the market. Understand the basic 3D printing and designing terms, how to create and prepare files for printing, and also how to scan things to create a 3D model! You will also find out the common troubles faced while 3D printing and simple tricks to fix them.
All the projects included in the book can be made using freely available online 3D modeling/CAD programs. Each project has a print time, details of filament or material needed, and a difficulty rating – from "easy" for beginners to "difficult" for those looking for a new challenge. Step-by-step instructions walk you through the 3D design process, from digital modeling and sculpting to slicing, printing, and painting so that children can make their own shark-shaped phone stand, customized lamps, and much more. The book also gives inspiration to further enhance your projects once you’ve mastered the basics.
Join the 3D printing revolution today with DK's 3D Printing Projects book.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781465464767 |
| PRICE | $16.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 96 |
Featured Reviews
Annie B, Reviewer
This is a short but very well illustrated book about 3D printing. It includes a good working explanation of the parts of a 3D printer, the tech behind it and the supporting tools and software to successfully utilize a 3D printer to design and produce useful items.
The first part of the book (roughly 20% of the content) introduces tools and materials and moves on to a short explanation of designing including 3D geometric (based on geometric shapes) and organic modeling (curved surfaces with complex 'natural' outlines). The book discusses interface software and various settings and how to use them in the design process.
There's a troubleshooting section as well as a short tutorial on 'slicing' (using the design software to created the structural filling inside the printed design which supports it and provides stability). The troubleshooting section includes a 'fix it!' guide with good illustrated advice for fixing inevitable imperfections in printed projects.
Next come the project tutorials, well illustrated and photographed. There's a desk organizer and dinosaur (or whatever design you desire) stamp, coat hooks and customized photo frames, a treasure box with fitted lid, a phone/tablet stand (pictured on the cover), and a lamp. There are also cute fridge magnets and some little hanging plant pots in addition to several others (I want the printed chess set for myself!).
The book has a simple glossary and index. It's aimed at younger readers, but perfectly usable as an introduction to anyone wondering what all the fuss is about and what exactly 3D printing is.
Marissa M, Librarian
3D Printing Projects is a great resource for public/school libraries and classrooms to create either easy or complex 3D printing projects with students. You can print everything from toys to stamps to even phone stands! There are also techniques on smoothing and painting your 3D projects after your print them. Students will be excited to create their own designs as well! Some of my favorites were the animal phone stands, the treasure box, and the desk caddy! Great reference book for Makerspace projects and the STEAM initiative.
Kerry P, Reviewer
This book would be a great gift for a kid that is interesting in modeling and design. It has many colorful illustrations and projects to work on.
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