Topic outline

  • Week 07: 3D Scanning and Printing

    This week we are going to learn about 3D printing design rules that will help you to design better objects for 3D printing. We will also cover the basics of 3D scanning.

    Lectures

    Wed 23 Feb, 16:00 (online, global)
    3D Scanning and Printing by prof. Neil Gershenfeld.

    Thu 24 Feb, 15:00 (onsite, hybrid)
    Introduction to 3D printing and scanning at the Aalto Fablab.

    Machine Introductions

    Sessions on Thursday 10:00 - 12:00 and Friday 13:00 - 15:00.

      Resources

      Watch the following videos and use them as a guide. Updated videos available soon.

      • Assignment icon
        Assignment 07: 3D Scanning and Printing

        Follow the steps below to complete your assignment.

        • Test the design rules of the 3D printers at Aalto Fablab.
        • Design an object that can not be made using subtractive manufacturing.
        • 3D print the object you designed.
        • 3D scan something and (optionally) print it.
        • Document your process in a new page on your website.
        • Submit a link to the page on your documentation website.
        Read more about the assignment on the Fab Academy Assessment Guide page.

        This assignment will be graded in the scale from 0 - 5.

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