Burlington Public Library MA

Getting started with 3D printing, a hands-on guide to the hardware, software, and services behind the new manufacturing revolution, Liza Wallach Kloski and Nick Kloski, cofounders of HoneyPoint3D

eng

illustrations

index present

non fiction

Getting started with 3D printing

944095844

Liza Wallach Kloski and Nick Kloski, cofounders of HoneyPoint3D

a hands-on guide to the hardware, software, and services behind the new manufacturing revolution

"Make: Getting Started with 3D Printing is a practical, informative, and inspiring book that guides readers step-by-step through understanding how this new technology will empower them to take full advantage of all it has to offer. The book includes fundamental topics such as a short history of 3D printing, the best hardware and software choices for consumers, hands-on tutorial exercises the reader can practice for free at home, and how to apply 3D printing in the readers' life and profession. For every maker or would-be maker who is interested, or is confused, or who wants to get started in 3D printing today, this book offers methodical information that can be read, digested, and put into practice immediately!, "--Amazon.com

Part I Application of 3D Printing -- You Say You Want a Revolution? -- 3D Printing and the Maker Movement -- How 3D Printing Is Being Used Today -- Part II Hardware and Printing Choices -- Understanding FDM Printers -- Understanding SLA Printers -- Outsourcing Versus Buying Your Own 3D Printer -- Overview of the 3D Printing Workflow -- Getting and Fixing 3D Models -- Part III CAD Tutorials -- Getting Started with Tinkercad -- Getting Started with Meshmixer -- Getting Started with Fusion 360 -- Setting Up Your Personal Makerspace for 3D Printing -- Part Iv The Future -- How 3D Printing Will Change Your (and Everyone Else's) Life

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