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Haystack Fab Lab | 3D Printing Workshop

Making in 3D

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3D Printing Resources

Introductions

What do you want to get out of this class?

Introduction to 3D Printing

What is 3D Printing?

3D printing is a manufacturing process that creates a physical object from a digital 3D model. The process involves creating the 3D model on a computer, and then using a 3D printer to build the object layer by layer by adding material until the final object is complete. 3D printing allows for the creation of complex geometries and customized parts with a high level of accuracy and precision.

Applications: What do people do with 3D Printing?

3D Printers are used in a wide range of industries including aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and consumer products, among others.

1. Rapid Prototyping - 3D printing is often used in product development to create physical prototypes quickly and at a low cost, allowing for design iterations and adjustments before moving to full-scale production.
2. Manufacturing - 3D printing can be used to produce final products or parts directly, either for small-scale production or to create customized or one-of-a-kind objects.
3. Architecture and Construction - 3D printing can be used to create models, mock-ups, and even full-scale structures, including houses, bridges, and buildings.
4. Aerospace and Defense - 3D printing is used to create parts for spacecraft and aircraft, reducing the cost and time required to produce complex parts and enabling customization for specific mission requirements.
5. Medical and Dental - 3D printing is used to create prosthetics, implants, and surgical instruments, as well as for modeling and planning complex medical procedures.
6. Education - 3D printing is used in educational settings to teach design and engineering concepts, allowing students to bring their ideas to life and learn through hands-on experience.