Tinkercad For Dummies

Klappentext
Create in 3D with Tinkercad!
If you can dream it, you can create it--using Tinkercad. This free tool gives everyone the power to create 3D models, regardless of your level of experience. With the help of Tinkercad For Dummies, you'll have the knowledge you need to plan your designs, the know-how to utilize the platform's drag-and-drop tools to create your design, and the information you need to print or export your designs to use them elsewhere.
Tinkercad is for everyone! It's simple enough to be used by kids and students, but robust enough that an adult could use it to create a complex product prototype. With more than 4 million designs posted in the Tinkercad community, the platform is also popular with teachers around the world. Why not join in on the fun?

• Create your Tinkercad account and join the community Use the drag-and-drop tools to build 3D images Export your designs to have them 3D printed * Learn the principles of great 3D design Tinkercad is truly fun for all ages, and this hands-on guide makes it faster and easier to start using it right away!

Zusammenfassung
Create in 3D with Tinkercad! If you can dream it, you can create it using Tinkercad. This free tool gives everyone the power to create 3D models, regardless of your level of experience.

Auteur

Shaun C Bryant has 30 years of experience in the CAD/BIM field and is a consultant, manager, and trainer as well as a user. He teaches CAD and BIM courses at LinkedIn Learning (previously Lynda.com) and maintains the highly respected "Not Just CAD!" blog. An Autodesk Certified Professional, Shaun is also an Autodesk Expert Elite and an Autodesk Certified Instructor.

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Create in 3D with Tinkercad! If you can dream it, you can create it--using Tinkercad. This free tool gives everyone the power to create 3D models, regardless of your level of experience. With the help of Tinkercad For Dummies, you'll have the knowledge you need to plan your designs, the know-how to utilize the platform's drag-and-drop tools to create your design, and the information you need to print or export your designs to use them elsewhere. Tinkercad is for everyone! It's simple enough to be used by kids and students, but robust enough that an adult could use it to create a complex product prototype. With more than 4 million designs posted in the Tinkercad community, the platform is also popular with teachers around the world. Why not join in on the fun? Create your Tinkercad account and join the community Use the drag-and-drop tools to build 3D images Export your designs to have them 3D printed Learn the principles of great 3D design Tinkercad is truly fun for all ages, and this hands-on guide makes it faster and easier to start using it right away!

Contenu

Introduction 1

Part 1: Getting Started with Tinkercad 5

Chapter 1: Exploring 3D Design 7

Chapter 2: Introducing Tinkercad 25

Chapter 3: Taking a Tour of Tinkercad 33

Chapter 4: Exploring the User Interface 43

Chapter 5: Exploring 3D Tools in Tinkercad 51

Part 2: Creating a Simple Nameplate for Your Office 63

Chapter 6: Creating the Baseplate 65

Chapter 7: Giving the Baseplate Depth 77

Chapter 8: Adding Your Name as Text 87

Chapter 9: Cutting Holes to Mount the Nameplate 99

Part 3: Building Your First Skyscraper, in Miniature 115

Chapter 10: Creating the Building Footprint 117

Chapter 11: Developing the Ground Floor 121

Chapter 12: Copying the Floors as You Build 137

Chapter 13: Adding the Roof to Stop the Rain 145

Chapter 14: The Sky's the Limit: Adding a Helipad 153

Part 4: Making It Happen: 3D Printing Your Designs 159

Chapter 15: Getting Started with 3D Printing 161

Chapter 16: 3D Printing Selected Shapes 167

Chapter 17: STL Files 173

Chapter 18: OBJ Files 177

Chapter 19: SVG Files 183

Part 5: The Part of Tens 189

Chapter 20: Ten Great 3D Printing Materials 191

Chapter 21: Ten Great 3D Printers 205

Chapter 22: Ten 3D Applications 219

Index 229