How to Design Jewelry With 3D Designing Software JWEEL
Want to learn to make your own 3D printed jewelry? You don’t have to be an expert to get started! There is a free 3D jewelry design software called JWEEL that lets you create your own designs! This easy-to-use and beginner friendly jewelry CAD program lets you create customizable pendants, rings, bracelets, necklaces, etc. And best of all: no prior experience with 3D jewelry software is required – it’s free and accessible for everyone. Once you finished your 3D design, you can order your pieces of jewelry in brass, bronze, silver, gold.
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Tinkercad offers academic institutions free software
Tinkercad, the easy to use 3D design web app, just launched a massive project. For a limited time, qualified academic institutions can use $50,000 worth of Tinkercad software.
What a great project to help democratizing 3D design throughout schools. The first 1,000 applicants can use Tinkercad for free instead of paying the yearly application fee of $75. This on-line application must be submitted by midnight PST on Friday, December 7th, 2012.
In order to apply for this plan, here’s what you’ll need to know:
- This plan is open to ALL academic institutions, home schools, non-profits and other similar organizations whose mission is to further advance the study and teaching of 3D design and 3D printing to students
- You must be able to provide accreditation or non-profit status verification
- The plan applies to the 2012/2013 school year (summer 2013 included)
- You must currently possess a 3D printer, have access to a 3D printer OR have the intent to purchase one in the 2012/201
Digital Forming workshop: Designers test new software
Last friday we had the honour to meet 10 designers to test the software of Digital Forming. Probably you already know some of them (Bernat from Cunicode, Michiel Cornelissen, Studio Mango and Elleke van Gorsel from Studio-ePosh), but we were happy to meet new designers as well!
Digital forming…say what? Digital forming is a concept whereby designers create a basic design, but it can be customized by others. All the creations can be 3D printed in the very end. So as a designer you benefit from two things: you can create something you want and for the client it gets more interesting because, without having any design experience, it’s possible to personalize the design.
The company Digital Forming gave our designers the opportunity to experience this cutting edge technology first-hand. “Isn’t it going to be too difficult for me to use the software,” was a comment we often heard before the workshop started. And it seemed hard in the beginning, but some found it very easy to pick it
3D Printing Design Tips From Professional Designers
Designing for 3D printing is not always an easy task. While creativity has no limits when you’ve mastered the right 3D design software, optimizing designs for 3D printing can be tricky for beginners.
That’s why we wanted to offer you a compilation of the best design tips for 3D printing given by those who know it well: professional 3D designers. What does their 3D design process look like? Which 3D printing software do they use? Which tips would they give to new 3D designers? Read on to discover their thoughts!
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3D-Printed Action Figures: How To Make Your Own Action Figure
3D printing has impacted all kinds of objects — even action figures. Big brands like DC Comics have even signed deals with 3D printing companies to print some of their figurines. But since 3D printing is all about customization, it is also the perfect technology to create your own action figure. Here’s how it’s done!
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I Uploaded My 3D Model — Now What?
Ever wonder what happens to your file after it’s been uploaded to i.materialise? In this post, we’ll walk you through the steps your models go through, from automated and manual checks to file preparation, production, and cleaning. We’ll also dive into what happens from the moment you click “order” until your 3D print arrives on your doorstep.
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5 Mistakes To Avoid When Designing A 3D Model For 3D Printing
We know that modeling for 3D printing can be confusing: in 3D modeling, as in 3D printing, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. We all use different software, print in different materials, and not only use different printers, but also different printing technologies. So it’s perfectly normal to feel lost and it can sometimes seem difficult to design a perfect 3D model for 3D printing.
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3D Printing For Beginners: A Dictionary
3D printing is fascinating and intricate at the same time, and understanding every 3D printing concept can be overwhelming when you are just starting out. Learning the different materials and technologies gets even more complicated with the often complex 3D printing terminology.
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How To Reduce The File Size Of .STL And .OBJ 3D Models
3D files can be heavy, very heavy. This can be a problem when trying to upload 3D files to websites like i.materialise or when trying to share them online with your colleagues and friends. In this blog post, we will take a look at how you can reduce the size of your 3D model files and what level of detail you should be aiming for in order to get a high-quality 3D print.
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Top 10 3D Model Databases: The Best Sites To Download 3D Models For 3D Printing
If you intend to 3D print a model, that doesn’t mean you always have to start designing from scratch. There are tons of websites out there that offer (both free and premium) 3D models to download. We took a look at 10 of the best and most popular 3D model databases and compared them for price, quality, selection, and printability.
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