6. 3D PRINTING AND SCANNING¶
This week, we had an insightful introduction to 3D printers. We explored two models: Ultimaker and Creality, and learned about the importance of structure in 3D printing. We discovered how these printers create their own supports to prevent material from collapsing or falling.
We also downloaded the corresponding software for each printer, which I have linked below:
- For Ultimaker, we use this software.
- For Creality, we use this software.
GROUP ASSIGNMENT¶
Additionally, we printed a test from a website to compare different machines based on features, print times, accuracy, and other factors. Please note that we used different materials (PLA and PETG) for each test, which could affect the comparison.
You can find various examples of things you can print with 3D printers from this link.
For the test comparison results, please visit the website of one of my groupmates through this link.
INDIVIDUAL ASSIGNMENT¶
For my individual assignment, I designed a USB, SD card, and 3-wire organizer using Fusion 360. Here are some images of the design:
Design in Fusion 360:
Creality Test Print:
You can download the file here: Click here to download
My design can be made using subtractive methods, but that would be very difficult and complex. Therefore, I think it’s easier to print it with a 3D printer. I used a Creality 3D printer and printed it with black PETG material.
Here is the final result:
3D SCANNING¶
For 3D scanning, I used two apps:
- KIRI Engine
The scanning process took a long time—approximately 10 minutes to upload the video of the object from all angles. The results were not very satisfactory, and the app only supports saving in the PLY format.
- Scaniverse
Scaniverse is faster and offers more options. It allows for conversion to multiple formats, cropping, adding effects, changing the background color, and applying various movement effects. Additionally, you can save the scan as a video.
