Getting Started with 3D Printing: A Hands-on Guide to the Hardware, Software, and Services That Make the 3D Printing Ecosystem

Description

The book is written in a casual, conversational style. It is easily accessible to those who have no prior knowledge in 3D printing, yet the book's message is solidly practical, technically accurate, and consumer-relevant. The chapters include contemporary, real-life learning exercises and insights for how to buy, use and maintain 3D printers. It also covers free 3D modeling software, as well as 3D printing services for those who don't want to immediately invest in the purchase of a 3D printer. Particular focus is placed on free and paid resources, the various choices available in 3D printing, and tutorials and troubleshooting guides. PREFACE TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD PART I: APPLICATIONS OF 3D PRINTING CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION CHAPTER 2: 3D PRINTING AND THE MAKER MOVEMENT CHAPTER 3: HOW 3D PRINTING IS BEING USEDTODAY PART II: HARDWARE AND PRINTING CHOICES CHAPTER 4: UNDERSTANDING FDM PRINTERS CHAPTER 5: TIPS FOR SUCCESS IN FDM PRINTING AND VISUAL TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE CHAPTER 6: UNDERSTANDING RESIN PRINTERS CHAPTER 7: OUTSOURCING VERSUS BUYING YOUR OWN 3DPRINTER CHAPTER 8: OVERVIEW OF THE 3D PRINTING WORKFLOW PART III: DIY TUTORIALS & CAD TROUBLESHOOTING CHAPTER 10: GETTING STARTED WITH TINKERCAD CHAPTER 11: GETTING STARTED WITH MESHMIXER CHAPTER 12: GETTING STARTED WITH FUSION 360 CHAPTER 13: GETTING AND FIXING 3D MODELS PART IV: FROM IDEA -TO 3D PRINT - TO PRODUCT CHAPTER 14: HOW TO START OR ENHANCE A BUSINESS WITH 3D PRINTING CHAPTER 15: HOW TO MAKE A PROTOTYPE USING 3D PRINTING AND DIFFERENT TYPES OF MANUFACTURING METHODS CHAPTER 16: HOW 3D PRINTING WILL CHANGE YOUR (AND EVERYONE ELSE’S) LIFE ABOUT THE AUTHORS