3D Printing: An Introduction

by Stephanie Torta and Jonathan Torta

This overview of 3D printing technology in industry, education, and the exploding area of Do-It-Yourself contains a detailed look at the common 3D printers, materials, and software. Full-color images guide you on setting up your own printer and performing calibration tasks, including descriptions of printing methods, best practices, pitfalls to avoid, and how to finish a completed project. Companion files are included with printable 3D objects in common formats, additional lessons, checklists, figures from the text, and videos showing time-lapse, printing, and print refinement.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1683922093
• ISBN13: 9781683922094
• Release Date: December 2018
• Publisher: Mercury Learning and Information
• Length: 370 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.9" x 8.9"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary