3D PRINTING

by Group 3

WHAT IS 3D PRINTING?

process of making three-dimensional objects

we are able to do this because of additive processes

additive processes- arranging multiple layers of materials until the object is whole or completed

done by a 3D modeling program or a 3D scanner

3D modeling program- used to create a new design for an object

3D scanner- used to duplicate that already exists

LET’S PLAY

Guitar

iPhone Cases

New Balance Running Shoes

Bicycle Helmet

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT EXAMPLES OF 3D DESKTOP PRINTERS?

MakerBot

FlashForge 3D printer

3D Systems’ Cube

3D pens are also available to the public like the 3Doodler

HOW CAN PEOPLE USE AND APPLY IT TO THEIR LIVES?

one create different objects, or even parts of objects, instead of buying them for a very high price or from a very far place

objects that are created by 3D printing can help the blind people feel more objects

3D printed organs were made possible, so now, there is no need to wait for years before finding a donor

a lot of things can also be printed in a 3D printer like heels, fabric, camera lens, acoustic guitar and coffee cups

MEETING MURILO

HOW CAN WE MAXIMIZE THE USE OF 3D PRINTING IN OUR CLASSROOMS?

to enhance a student’s knowledge and creativity and teachers can use it also for their teaching aids

some replicas cost a lot, this is where 3D Printing comes in handy

a student his/her project more appealing with the use of this technology

SOURCES

http://3dprinting.com/what-is-3d-printing/

http://www.forbes.com/sites/amitchowdry/2013/10/08/what-can-3d-printing-do-here-are-6-creative-examples/2/

http://www.people.com/article/blind-mom-3d-printed-ultrasound-meeting-murilo

http://www.hongkiat.com/blog/3d-printings/

http://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/best-desktop-3d-printers/

http://the3doodler.com/