Maker Training Camp: Design for Desktop 3D Printing

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Description: Desktop 3D printers are powerful tools for designers and hobbyists, but these machines present a unique set of design challenges. Learn to harness the design constraints of a desktop 3D printer by optimizing existing designs, or creating new designs that bend the rules, and push the limits of what is possible. This course starts with an overview of the 3D printing process, and proceeds to an in depth exploration of the strengths and limitations of desktop 3D printing. This class is a great starting point for designers who want to bring their work to life with desktop 3D printing, or DIY 3D Printer owners who want to take their designs to the next level. To get the most out of this class, you should own or have access to a Desktop 3D printer, and be able to print successfully. You should also have basic CAD skills in a program of your choice, or additional time to devout to learning outside of this course. The course is platform agnostic and concept focused - choose the 3D printer, slicer and CAD program of your choice. The course is designed in 3, week long segments, but you can listen to the pre-recorded material on your own timeline. Week 1 focuses on basic topics like support material and rafts, as well as the software skills necessary to work with meshes. Learn to repair, cut flat bottoms, add custom support, plate and more with a variety of free software. Week 2 focuses on intermediate topics like bridges and small details, with an emphasis on the implications in your design process. Develop a set of rules to guide your design process by testing your printer's abilities. Optional modeling tutorials are provided in 123D if you're looking for more help. Week 3 focuses on color techniques, strength, flexibility and assembly strategies. Plan a complex, optimized project by combining 3 or more concepts discussed in the course in a final project. Optional modeling tutorials are provided for a variety of assembly strategies.
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Price: 49.99
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