Week 5¶
I have used ChatGPT for generating the correct definationsof certain terms and then edited it accordingly. (Credit goes to AI!!)
Vocabulary¶
3D Printing:¶
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3D Printer: A machine that creates physical objects layer by layer from a digital model.
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Filament: The material (often plastic) used for 3D printing. It’s like the “ink” for your 3D printer.
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Build Plate: The surface where your 3D print is made. Think of it as the foundation for your creation.
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Extruder: The part of the 3D printer that melts the filament and deposits it layer by layer.
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Layer Height: How thick each layer of your 3D print is. Smaller layer height often means finer detail but longer print times.
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Supports: Extra structures the printer adds to support overhanging parts of your print.
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Infill: How solid or hollow the inside of your 3D print is. Higher infill means a more solid object.
3D Scanning:¶
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3D Scanner: A device that captures the shape and details of real-world objects and turns them into digital models.
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LIDAR: A technology using lasers to measure distances accurately. Often used in 3D scanning for precise data.
Softwares¶
Prusa slicer¶
Prusa Slicer is a feature-rich 3D printing software, creating precise slicing for Prusa printers, offering customization and control for optimal printing results.
How to install:
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Visit Prusa’s official website.
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Navigate to the “Downloads” section.
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Find PrusaSlicer and click on it.
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Choose your operating system.
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Download the installer.
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Run the installer.
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Follow on-screen instructions.
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Open PrusaSlicer and start creating 3D prints!
Polycam¶
Polycam is a versatile camera app with filters, effects, and editing tools for creative photo and video capture on mobile devices.
How to install:
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Visit the app store on your device (iOS or Android).
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Search for “Polycam.”
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Click “Download” or “Install.”
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Open the app.
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Sign up or log in.
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Follow on-screen instructions to capture 3D scans using your device’s camera.
HAVE A NICE DAY!!