This project was intended to teach students to understand, build, operate, and calibrate 3D printers as well as providing technical skills that could be used in the future for electro-mechanical assemblies such as soldering. I built this printer from a kit and have used it extensively throughout my undergraduate education for building prototypes, fixtures, and miscellaneous items.
My hobby for 3D printing has led me to purchase a Stereolithography 3D printer capable of printing resins. I modified the printer to direct harmful fumes through a duct that could be routed outside allowing for the printer to be safe to use within more enclosed areas. With this printer I learned how create supports for models, calibrate the printer for various types of resins, and to post process finished prints.