3D printing is where our MAKER movement began! 3D printing is an example of additive manufacturing where plastic is heated until it's melting point and extruded down in layers to create a 3D part. Our 3D printing capabilities have expanded over the last several years and we have several different models and capabilities available.
The 3D printers are capable of:
Uses:
Hints for use:
Please see Mr. Smoyer if you have questions about designing for or using the 3D printers in the STEAM Lab or email-me if you want to send me something you want printed!
Skull Model
Flower
This item and many others in the STEAM Lab have been made possible by generous donations by the Northwestern Lehigh Education Foundation, THANK YOU!!
To download free Google Sketchup software to design 3D items visit: http://www.sketchup.com/.
To find some great 3D design files visit: http://www.thingiverse.com.