Additive manufacturing uses data computer-aided-design (CAD) software or 3D object scanners to direct hardware to deposit material, layer upon layer, in precise geometric shapes. As its name implies, additive manufacturing adds material to create an object. By contrast, when you create an object by traditional means, it is often necessary to remove material through milling, machining, carving, shaping or other means.
Ender V-2 3D Printer Construction
My partner (left)Â and I (right) assembling the X-axis profile and X-axis motor.
Finished Ender V-2 3D Printer.
Desk Topper Print - Sun
SolidWorks Design Phase
Preview of the Revolve command mid-construction to create the base sphere.
Preview of the Circular Array command mid-construction to create the sun flares.
Preview of the Mirror command mid-construction. This makes the sun flares extrude on both sides of the front plane.
Preview of the Extruded Cut command mid-construction. This creates the hole the desk top goes though.