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| Topic: Manifold Problem |
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| Manifold Problem [message #10055] Sat, 20 February 2010 06:39 UTC |
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I created my design in Google Sketchup, and followed the tutorials on the Non-manifold errors. I had someone look at my design to clean it up, but still get errors. I am not sure where to turn.
Here is the file: "http://redbenn.com/oval_32_fixed.da
Any help would be appreciated. thanks!
[Updated on: Sat, 20 February 2010 06:41 UTC]
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| Topic: help with my image |
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| help with my image [message #9657] Sat, 06 February 2010 19:15 UTC |
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hi to all i would like an image that i mad up to be easily terned in to 3d model if tried lots of different software but nothing that i tried worked the way i wanted to
so that make badge or 3d stamp the idea is to us it to help make a casting of that in clay so that i can then in tern make metal
but if the 3d printing is strong then i us it as badge
so am hoping some one can help
the image is in png
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| Topic: Is there a way to merge Collada files together? |
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| Is there a way to merge Collada files together? [message #7900] Thu, 26 November 2009 15:38 UTC |
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First of all, i'm a rookie at CAD design. So i made the mistake of making all the parts of my first complex project as separate files.
Given that they are all drawn to scale with each other, and to size with the desired actual product, can the files be merged into one collada file (without altering the size of any of the parts)?
I've attahed a folder with all the parts in it to this message. The copies are deliberate, as i will need two of those parts. If anyone can merge them (copies included), or at least direct me to something that could, it would be much appreciated.
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| Topic: loft spline created from poly? |
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 loft spline created from poly? [message #6541] Tue, 15 September 2009 04:22 UTC |
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I made an object from an editable poly. I then selected all of the edges and created a spline from them. The problem is, I can't loft with this spline. I've tried with other splines created the same way, to no avail. Is there a way to get loft working with these types of splines, or another way to add real thickness? (as opposed to thickness only in the viewport/render - these objects are designed to be printed, so just adding viewport thickness doesnt work right?)
I'm using 3ds max 2010
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| Topic: Tap and Drill guide |
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| Tap and Drill guide [message #5848] Thu, 13 August 2009 17:24 UTC |
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Ever been making a model and needed to make a hole for a screw to fit into? Wondering just how big that hole is supposed to be? Well the attached document should answer that for you!!
Document is in PDF format and is printable.
Usage:
Find the screw that you want to use in the left column and then find the proper hole size in decimal inches and millimeters in the last two columns. The guide also lists the exact drill to use as well.
Hope this helps!!
WiKKiD
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| Topic: Request/Suggestions : "3D-parts database" |
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| Request/Suggestions : "3D-parts database" [message #5628] Sun, 02 August 2009 09:55 UTC |
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I wish there was templates for Blender for bottle-corks that fits PET-bottles.
Someone said that there are templates for that sort of stuff within the plastics industry (but probably for autoCAD)
I have some neat ideas for a couple of gadgets that i would like to be able to incorporate with the function of closing a PET-soda-bottle:
Tripod for a small digital camera
( http://charlesandmarie.com/lifestyle-gems/search/search/prod uct/bottle-cap-tripod-1/?tstmp=1249206688 )
Pick-Nick-Tray, that can be used to carry your lunch on top of the bottle (or a low & small side-table for 3-4 PET-bottles)
Holder for straw, that can be cool if combined with a figurine á la Manneken Pis ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manneken_Pis )
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What other everyday objects could be put in the 3D-parts database to make cool things out of???
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| Topic: strange manifold prob |
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| strange manifold prob [message #4979] Sun, 21 June 2009 15:57 UTC |
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Hi all,,
i making a model, and just to test before i continue working on it, i checked if it was upload able.
both Accutrans (watertight) and Meshlab (remove manifold thing) said that it was watertight and that there is nothing to remove (no manifolds error)
but still i get a manifold error on shapeways,
could some1 do a quick check?
edit:
i think i found the problem, the object was just to small (scaled it to much 
[Updated on: Sun, 21 June 2009 16:07 UTC]
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| Topic: Inverted Normals Problems |
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| Inverted Normals Problems [message #4104] Mon, 27 April 2009 23:25 UTC |
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No matter what I do, I can't fix the normals in my project. I have a very limited idea of what they are. I've inverted the polygons from text that I Boolean differenced, and inverted the polygons from the hollow middle. I have no Idea what to do next.
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| Topic: Solidworks overloaded |
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| Solidworks overloaded [message #1589] Thu, 16 October 2008 21:02 UTC |
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I'm trying to export a level-4 Menger Sponge I've created in solidworks, but when I try and un-suppress more than one extruded-cut at once, the whole program grinds to a halt as it tries to render the preview. Is there a way to disable the view entirely, in order for me to un-suppress all the cuts at once and thus export the STL?
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| Topic: Exporting directly |
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| Exporting directly [message #1581] Thu, 16 October 2008 11:37 UTC |
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is it possible to Export my model from 3Ds max with out using accu trans as final export program. i've checked my model in Accu trans for any mesh holes
[Updated on: Thu, 16 October 2008 17:25 UTC]
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| Topic: Model Converter |
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| Model Converter [message #1342] Wed, 17 September 2008 00:44 UTC |
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I was finnaly able to find a converter that i used a long time ago, it can do i believe over 150 formats, with at least 50-100 in the evaluation version.
http://web.t-online.hu/karpo/
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| Topic: Part 3: Configurations & Modular Design |
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 Part 3: Configurations & Modular Design [message #862] Wed, 13 August 2008 00:43 UTC |
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(For those interested,
Parts 1 & 2 of this tutorial
can be found on my blog
CAD Craft.)
In Part 2, I walked us thru the steps of creating configurations in SolidWorks, and some keys regarding how dimensions in a sketch, features in a part and even parts in an assembly can be managed & coordinated in the creation and articulation of configurations. I have attached an STEP AP214 version of the Gear Drive Assembly in a Zipfile for those who would like to interrogate the model. (Unfortunately, while STEP captures the parts in the assembly, it does not reflect the configuration options within a SolidWorks model when you open it in SolidWorks. I also uploaded an STL of the assembly to the gallery for the community to peruse.)
To conserve space, see Part 1
for a discussion of the definition, advantages and implementations of configurations
in design & manufacturing.
At this stage, we're ready to engage the concepts & principles of modular design -- its advantages, and how it helps to more effectively leverage one's resources.
Modular design can be very empowering as an approach, on a lot of levels. When you're doing designs in CAD or Second Life, the capacity to organize your parts and components such that they can be re-used in many different arrangements & assemblies keeps costs -- materials, inventory, time/energy/effort -- as minimal as possible. This comes into play in at least a few areas:
• Scale -- A part or component may be proportionally the same in the design of its features, such as a hexagonal plate. If you realize that you can use this same detailed design in an assembly as a piece of jewelry, as a piece of furniture and a building as well, then you recognize that the similarity of the parts is fundamental, whereas the difference is a function of scale. Yantras are a cultural example of this which addresses design in a transcendent context. Yantras can be flat, like a drawing, or 3D -- like the 12th image -- in many sizes or scales, such as a building, furniture or a piece of jewelry you could wear around your neck. It's also worth mentioning that this consideration -- in tandem with pattern propogation -- flirts with the fringes of the idea and implementation of fractals in design.
• Size/dimension -- A bolt or screw is a good example here. These items have a series of common parameters: diameter, length, pitch or density(threads @ inch), material, etc. So, for a bolt of the same diameter, say 1/4 inch, the same pitch, say 20 threads @ inch, the thing which sets each apart bolt from the others is the length of the screw, and/or the length of the threaded portion of the bolt.
• Features -- The bolt or screw may be the same diameter, the same length, the same density, even the same threaded length. However, they may differ by the type of head they have -- hex head, phillips, slot, socket, etc. They are the same screws or bolts, except for this difference.
Configurations engage this aspect by allowing you to take a single model, say of a bolt, and make many iterations or versions of it within the same file. This way you can have one file which represents a single bolt or screw in 20 different sizes &/or configurations. When you pull that part into an assembly, you can bring up a dialog which allows you to specify the configuration for that particular iteration in the assembly. You may use the same model file many many times, yet most can be different based on the configuration used. This allows for a much more compact file library, and is the basis of the Toolbox feature in SolidWorks.
Similarly, modular design empowers you to create designs which may be largely similar in overall envelope(dimensions), yet have some features which are distinct. By varying the combination of components which go into a given assembly, you end up with many different versions of essentially the same thing.
Consider, for instance, that when you go to buy a car, you want one with your preference of features, chosen from a broad list of possibilities. However, the chassis, majority of body panels, steering wheel, perhaps even seats are identical to every other copy of that model, yet yours feels unique to you because of your combination of options.
To take this a step further, some of you know, for instance, that the chassis, and in some cases even the engine, drive train and other primary components of the Chevy Camaro and the Pontiac Trans Am were the same. Yet, 'Chevy guys' and 'Pontiac guys' would argue and race like they were totally different. This is modular design in practice, and you can see how it saved a great deal of money for General Motors while generating definitive branding, brand loyalty and prestige, not to mention significant profits, simply because most folks did not look any deeper than the skin -- the molded sheet metal -- to make their judgments, and we know how foolish this can be.
[Updated on: Thu, 14 August 2008 05:11 UTC]
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| Topic: Blender tutorial |
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| Topic: 3ds max 2009 tutorial |
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| Topic: A little TopMod3D Contest |
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| A little TopMod3D Contest [message #231] Fri, 13 June 2008 10:22 UTC |
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Today I received my TopMod print and it's *cool*! To promote TopMod3D a bit, I started a little challenge: TopMod3D - Give it a Try, Win a $50 Print
Have fun,
Bart
Community Manager Europe | Shapeways
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| Forum: General Discussion |
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| Topic: Weekend Contest #13: Connect It! |
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| Weekend Contest #13: Connect It! [message #68615] Fri, 24 May 2013 12:36 UTC |
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(Image: MagSafe Adapter Key Ring by jbobrow)
Have you seen the The Free Universal Construction Kit? It's a super-clever set of connectors that allow you to combine different types of toys. Like hook up your Lego to Fischertechnik. Needless to say, kids love it!
http://www.shapeways.com/blog/archives/1267-the-free-univers al-construction-kit-3d-printing-interoperability-between-chi ldren.html
What's interesting to me is that the individual manufacturers would never create these connectors. But as soon as you have access to a 3D printer, it's easy to make it yourself!
Taking this one step further, I'm curious what other kinds of objects you would like to connect? The Magsafe Adapter Key Ring is one of my favorites (and its creator Jonathan Bobrow just finished a successful Kickstarter campaign with it, congrats!). Let's see what you guys can come up with during the weekend 
Enjoy!
How to Enter
Design something that connects two important things in your life. Post your work here on the forum, and add a picture! Deadline is Monday evening, midnight.
What's the prize?
$25 to use towards your creation, or any other Shapeways purchase.
That's all?
Certainly. Have fun!
Community Manager Europe | Shapeways
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| Topic: Doctors save boy by 'printing' an airway tube with 3D printer |
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| Doctors save boy by 'printing' an airway tube with 3D printer [message #68611] Fri, 24 May 2013 10:35 UTC |
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Great story here.
In a medical first, doctors used plastic particles and a 3D laser printer to create an airway splint to save the life of a baby boy who used to stop breathing nearly every day.
FULL STORY.
Glenn ------ My Website Third Dimension Jewellery
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| Topic: Custom Ring Creator: an awesome preview of things to come |
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| Custom Ring Creator: an awesome preview of things to come [message #68580] Thu, 23 May 2013 23:26 UTC |
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Hi guys,
Next week, we will be officially launching our new "Custom Ring Creator" app to the public and would love your feedback prior to launch!
It is available here: http://www.shapeways.com/creator/custom-ring
Built on our new API, the ring creator enables you to make a custom ring in minutes.
You can customize the pattern, size, height and even add engraving. If you are feeling particularly creative, you can also upload your own drawn pattern, and turn that into a 3D ring!
More details:
Customize existing template patterns or create your own.
Use 2D greyscale image strips to indicate ring patterns in an extremely easy to use manner.
Adjust ring measurements such as size, height, background, and thickness with easy to use sliders.
Size = Slider that uses US jewelers standard sizes in a range of 4-14.
Height = "Width" of the ring.
Background = "Thickness" of the ring band
Thickness = "Thickness" of the pattern, or how high the pattern will sit off the band
Add borders to the ring by adjusting top and bottom border sliders.
Engrave the inside of rings with a solid background width with your custom text by simply adding text to a text field and choosing the appearance.
Choose the material that fits your budget; the default is premium silver.
Check your ring for printability instantaneously through our printability visualization tool. If the whole pattern displays in green you are good to go; watch out for red areas as they may cause a ring to become unprintable.
With this app comes some exciting improvements in the background. The printability check part of the ring creator is a demo and first instance of the technology that will, in the future, bring you wall thickness visualizations and automatic printability checks for all of your models! We are reaIly excited about this, and we're sure most of you will be too.
The Custom Ring creator is also a great example of how to use the new Shapeways API. If you want to learn more, head over to the discussion in the API thread here: http://www.shapeways.com/forum/index.php?t=msg&th=14418& amp; amp; amp;start=0&
Please let us know what you think! I can't wait to see what you create!
Happy Shaping,
Natalia
[Updated on: Fri, 24 May 2013 14:36 UTC] by Moderator
Community Manager | Shapeways
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| Topic: How to make a chocolate swirl? |
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| How to make a chocolate swirl? [message #68563] Thu, 23 May 2013 19:20 UTC |
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Hi guys,
I would like to make the swirls of chocolate (2D, 3 x 3 x0,2 in).
First I had printed the figure. Then I did a reverse figure from food-safe silicone. So far so good, but unfortunately this does not resolve to a piece of the silicone (figure with base) because it is very delicate, the chocolate. Another figure without base is hard to handle.
Next, I did a reverse figure-plastic print. With a smaller figure made of plastic, which is actually the goal of close, I wanted to push out the chocolate. The problem is that the plastic is too elastic and expands the interior of the figure, if I want to push it out.
What could be the solution? A figure made ​​of metal? Good ideas?
greets, jo
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| Topic: Good Model Scanner in San Diego |
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| Good Model Scanner in San Diego [message #68333] Mon, 20 May 2013 00:12 UTC |
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I already have a model that I want to have scanned. Then I want to modify that design. Know anyone good in the San Diego area? Thanks!
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| Topic: New 'Designer for Hire' column |
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| New 'Designer for Hire' column [message #68150] Thu, 16 May 2013 13:41 UTC |
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Hey folks!
we have been thinking of ways to promote designers who offer their services as a freelancer. Instead of waiting for the perfect technical solution (which we WILL provide at some time in the future!), we decided to move ahead and open a new category on our blog.
So as of this week you'll see regular additions to the 'Designer for Hire' column. In here, our community's top designers will present themselves. They'll mention their specialties, show examples of their previous projects and share references by existing clients.
Check it out: http://www.shapeways.com/blog/categories/52-Designer-for-Hir e
We'll be adding new people to this list weekly.
If you have 3D modeling skills and would like to offer your services as a designer for hire please email duann at shapeways dot com with the subject Designer for Hire.
Enjoy!
Bart
Community Manager Europe | Shapeways
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| Topic: Our FutureChique Necklace is featured on Facebook ! |
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 Our FutureChique Necklace is featured on Facebook ! [message #66775] Wed, 24 April 2013 08:59 UTC |
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Just want to share this with you : Link
Wesley Günter - FabMeJewelry.com
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| Topic: Meetups in UK: London, Newcastle |
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| Topic: Maya 2012 scale importing to Shapeways scale OBJ |
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| Maya 2012 scale importing to Shapeways scale OBJ [message #65918] Wed, 10 April 2013 19:14 UTC |
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Hi,
I am new to this and I was wondering if you can help me out. I check on tutorials on how to export Maya obj file to Shapeways website, but could not find a good tutorial that explain all the steps in details. And how Maya scale was compare to Shapeways scale.
1. Can you confirm that in Maya each square grid is equal to 1 mm in Shapeways? I notice this when I uploaded Maya obj file to your website. Also can you confirm on your site that it rounds up the size and not show that true size the model is. Example: If the model actually size is 2.36 H x 35.36 D x .953 W. Shapeways website would be 2.4 H x 35.4 D x .9 W.
2. When printing, does Shapeways print actually model size stated on the website? Is there a size reduction?
3. How would I go about printing sub d models? Do have have to smooth the model out as much as possible and exported as obj? Or take it in Zbrush to smooth model?
Any help would be appreciated, thank you.
Trac Nguyen
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| Topic: Would like to ship to an address other than my own. |
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| Would like to ship to an address other than my own. [message #65861] Wed, 10 April 2013 01:19 UTC |
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One of Shapeways' competitors allows makers to ship items to another country besides the one they reside in. Is there are chance you guys will start offering this? The reason I ask is that the vast majority of my customers are US based and I'm in Canada. I have to have items shipped to me, get robbed by UPS, and then ship to the US, of course increasing my costs in the process. I would love to be able to simply put in the customer's address and have it shipped direct.
And before anyone asks, yes, there is a reason why they don't order direct from Shapeways. Sometimes I arrange this and sometimes I cannot.
Glenn
Glenn ------ My Website Third Dimension Jewellery
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| Topic: 3D accessories for figurines? |
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| 3D accessories for figurines? [message #65857] Tue, 09 April 2013 22:42 UTC |
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Hi folks! I am interested in creating a series of figures using the same model, but with different accessories (hats, outfits, items, etc) - I am wondering if there is a resource for 3D accessories that can readily be added to models here on shapeways, or if there is a good resource for this type of thing that someone could recommend. Having a large selection of "customization" items all in one place would be a big plus, rather than hunting down each and every item, one by one. Also, if there are any 3D artists out there who can assist with something like this, I have a small budget to work with.
Thanks! -Chris
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| Topic: Military Clutch Measurements |
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| Military Clutch Measurements [message #64933] Tue, 26 March 2013 19:42 UTC |
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I am designing a military clutch pin and need the measurements for the length and diameter of the thin post the clutch attaches to.
Thanks for your help!
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| Topic: Parametric Parts |
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| Parametric Parts [message #64767] Sun, 24 March 2013 18:28 UTC |
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An interesting site: parametric parts.
Unfortunately not directly hooked up to Shapeways yet, but perhaps only a matter of time (and it working properly!!!).
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| Topic: Gladiator Figurines |
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| Gladiator Figurines [message #64607] Thu, 21 March 2013 17:45 UTC |
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Does anybody know if someone has made the small figurines/totems that Maximus uses to pray for his family in the Gladiator? I just think they would be great little figurines.
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| Topic: Relationship between the Hobbyist and Proffesional Designer |
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| Relationship between the Hobbyist and Proffesional Designer [message #64591] Thu, 21 March 2013 15:06 UTC |
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I'm a design student and for my dissertation I would really appreciate replies to a few questions:
Do you consider yourself to be an industrial designer?
Would you seek the services of a professional designer?
Do you design for pleasure or for profit?
Has 3D printing made you more aware of design principles, (cost/materials)?
Do you expect more interaction between the hobbyist and designer?
Thank you very much!
Adrianne
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| Topic: Donderdag 4 april: 3D Print Event @ FabLab Enschede |
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| Donderdag 4 april: 3D Print Event @ FabLab Enschede [message #64485] Wed, 20 March 2013 15:18 UTC |
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Op donderdag 4 april, van 16.00 tot 20.30 uur, vindt bij Saxion in Enschede een 3D-Print Event plaats in het FabLab met als thema het ABC van het 3d-printen.
Informatiemarkt, demonstraties en presentaties
Van 16.00 – 20.30 uur vindt de informatiemarkt plaats. Op de informatiemarkt krijgen bezoekers een overzicht van de 3d-printtechnieken. Professionele 3d-print bedrijven als Heijcon, CNC Speedform, 3dPrintCompany, Igepa en VDM Kunststoftechniek informeren bezoekers graag over de mogelijkheden die de technieken bieden. Ook vinden diverse demonstraties plaats. Daarnaast wordt aandacht besteed aan de software, want wat is er nodig voor het ontwerp? Zo wordt bijvoorbeeld SolidWorks gedemonstreerd door Cad2M.
Om 16.30 uur, 18.00 uur en 19.30 uur wordt een presentatie gegeven door Rene Groothedde van Rapid Manufacturing Center (RMCenter). Tijdens de presentatie wordt ingegaan op de marktontwikkelingen en worden diverse voorbeelden getoond van het professioneel gebruik van 3d-printen.
Informatie en aanmelden
Het 3D-Print Event op donderdag 4 april duurt van 16.00 tot 20.30 uur. Bezoeken van het 3D-Print Event is gratis, maar aanmelding is gewenst. Hierbij geldt vol = vol. Aanmelden kan via het aanmeldformulier te vinden op http://formulieren.saxion.nl/3dprint. FabLab Enschede is gevestigd in het Saxion-gebouw aan de M.H. Tromplaan 28 in Enschede.
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| Topic: model could not be print (i use SketchUp) |
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| model could not be print (i use SketchUp) [message #64402] Tue, 19 March 2013 02:38 UTC |
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 i m newbie of here & SketchUp either, i wanna do a ball joints (like that use on Revotech toys)connect around a spin.
after lots of study, i hollow 6 hole on the spin, however, due to the thin wall issue, it could not be printed. i dunno how to fix it in my limited knowledge of 3D. so i post & hope u seniors could advice or fix it for me.
i just miss this one to complete my set, so poor. i ll appreciate if any one help. thx a lot.
here s the file:
https://dl.dropbox.com/u/618217/Set_axis.skp
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| Topic: Scanning |
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| Scanning [message #64375] Mon, 18 March 2013 20:58 UTC |
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Hi guys new to this  . trying to get my head around it the bit that confuses me is the scanning what equipment do you use to scan.
thanks
Frederick
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| Topic: A free, once-weekly 3D printing newsletter |
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| Topic: can we chrome plating Frosted Ultra Detail material? |
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| can we chrome plating Frosted Ultra Detail material? [message #64068] Thu, 14 March 2013 12:15 UTC |
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can we chrome plating Frosted Ultra Detail material?
Did someone ever did it?
post pics if you have some
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| Topic: Science News cover story on 3DP mentions Shapeways |
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| Science News cover story on 3DP mentions Shapeways [message #63532] Fri, 08 March 2013 06:48 UTC |
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Science News' cover story this week is on 3DP. It's pretty good journalism I think. (If I can say that without bein' a big douche -- full disclosure I did get a mention.)
Also mentioned, and reviewed in the same issue, is Hod Lipson's new book.
-Bathsheba
http://bathsheba.com
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| Topic: Objet / Stratasys FDM / Projet owners local to the NY / NJ area? |
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| Objet / Stratasys FDM / Projet owners local to the NY / NJ area? [message #63125] Sun, 03 March 2013 00:39 UTC |
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I'm looking to work with a local shop that owns either an Objet, Stratasys FDM or Projet printer for quick-turn around designs. Must be located in the tri-state area.
I would use Shapeways but when I need something turned around in 1-2 days, Shapeways is not possible.
thank you.
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| Topic: XY resolution for large WSF printer |
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| XY resolution for large WSF printer [message #62237] Sun, 17 February 2013 15:31 UTC |
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It says in the material page that the powder layer is roughly 0.12mm stepping (Z) but what are the dimensions on a minimum XY dot ?
I assume because it is a laser it can theoretically be infinitely small, but in reality lets imagine we have just one layer of powder what is the smallest "dot" we can create ?
I assume it will be round, if so what is the distance between two of these dots where some form of fusion between the two will occur, and what is the distance between these two dots where they would no longer be even slightly fused ?
Is there an accuracy margin for XY ? ( i know it says 0.15mm, but i assume its for 3d objects, to account for stepping etc...)
Would the same properties propagate if we add layers but not move the dot, as in just building up a straight line (cylinder) into Z ?
I know it would instantly break once the powder is removed, but still...
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| Topic: color conversion for Fullcolor Sandstone |
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| color conversion for Fullcolor Sandstone [message #62194] Sat, 16 February 2013 18:35 UTC |
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Hi.
i am experimenting with some colored models but when i upload it grey is displaying much darker then it should be.
what color scale/code do you use? or anything that can assure me how it will be printed.
model: http://www.shapeways.com/model/923901/nyan-cat.html
PS: don't know where put this question...
Only limit is your imagination.
http://www.shapeways.com/forum/index.php?t=msg&th=13879&start=0&
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| Topic: ProtoLabs Whitepaper on how to choose a prototyping process |
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| ProtoLabs Whitepaper on how to choose a prototyping process [message #61973] Wed, 13 February 2013 17:19 UTC |
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Registration required, but otherwise its free: Prototyping Process | Choosing the best process for your project ~10 pages of info.
I found it most useful as a resource on how to choose a material. Its similar to Shapeways Materials page, but with more technical information like strength (PSI), and detailed descriptions of each print process.
-Marcus
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