3D Printing: What You Need to Know
What is 3D printing?
A manufacturing process in which material is laid down, layer by layer, too form a three-dimensional object.
Benefits of 3D printing
make products on demand not in bulk saves money and materials make things at home
Who invented 3D printing?
Charles W. Hull in the mid-1980's
Software format for 3D printing
STL format (stereolithography)
What technology is used in 3D printing?
fused deposition modeling (FDM) also known as fused filament fabrication (FFF)
What can 3D printers make?
jewelry tools toys furniture building models sculptures medical supplies
name some materials used in 3D printing
metals, plastics, polymers, ceramics, cheese, chocolate
3D printers build
three- dimensional objects
You can now buy a 3D printer and materials online or office supply retailers.
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