Anatomy Joint Research

In this project, students will study different joints in the human body and how muscles work in antagonistic pairs to allow movement. Using Tinkercad, students will create 3D models of different joints. Once the joints are created on the 3D printers, students will fabricate additional features of the joint to demonstrate the appropriate movement.

Getting Started

10. Joint Research

Joint Research

This document, created by Ms. Klemme, provides information about the project, the different joints students can create, and spaces for students to document their learning and understanding of the assigned joint.

Tinkercad Link

Getting Started in Tinkercad

How to access Tinkercad, create a file, and basic controls in the software

Creating Your 3D Model

Adding Components to the Workplane

How to search for different components and add them from the shape menu to the workplane

Resizing and Elevating Components

How to resize objects and lift them off of the workplane

Aligning and Grouping Components

How to use the Align tool to perfectly center parts and the Group tool to combine different parts into a singular part

Rotating a Component

How to rotate a component on the workplane

Specific Files

Hinge Bones File

Downloading Hinge Bones

How to download the .stl fil and import into Tinkercad

Preparing Your 3D Model for Printing

Exporting Your 3D Model

How to export your design as a .stl file and send it to yourself as an attachment

Using Dremel Digilab 3D Slicer Software

How to use the Dremel Digilab Slicer software to prepare your model for printing on the 3D printer

Printing Your Model

Dremel 3D45 Instructions

Instructions on how to take your model from the computer to the 3D printer and create a successful print

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