- Learn the basic concepts of 3d and 3d models, solids and slices - Learn the basic concepts of laser cutting and 3d printing
- Optional: Introduce a simple software tool for slicing 3d models (Slicer for Fusion 360 with active Autodesk account)Author Digijeunes | Last edit 9/12/2019 by Clementflipo
- Learn the basic concepts of 3d and 3d models, solids and slices - Learn the basic concepts of laser cutting and 3d printing
- Optional: Introduce a simple software tool for slicing 3d models (Slicer for Fusion 360 with active Autodesk account)3d, lasercut, slicing, 3dprinting, fusion, 3dmodelling, sketchup, digitalfabrication How_to_create_a_3D_sculpture_Capture.PNG en none Technique 0
[The use of static screenshots images or paper prints is not recommended, as this way of visualizing give no perception of the physical model.]
As the tutor is provided with the solution of the sliced puzzle, he should place the first pieces in order to encourage and give a clue to kids.
The numbers and symbols engraved on the pieces should always face up.
Parts of similar dimensions will go together.
As the slices are regular, there won’t be large differences from one slice to the next one.
Kids have to look with attention to 3d model and understand when the model goes from large to narrow and the opposite.
A suggestion is to start from easy, recognizable parts and then connect the parts together with the remaining slices. Just like is common to solve a jigsaw puzzle, when you start from the corners and/or from a clear area of the image.
Lasercut puzzle parts, 3d printed model
Optional: computer with Slicer for Fusion 360
Steps:
As a reference, here are some information on how to create a stacked slice puzzle from a 3D model with other free softwares, namely Slic3r and Sketchup.
Slic3r is an open source slicing software commonly used for 3D print.
Here a quick guide on how to slice a 3D model to laser cut it as a puzzle.
An .svg file with the chosen name will be saved in the chosen location.
Open the svg file with Inkscape.
The generated slices will be white, so they won’t be visible. Change the line color.
Select every slice and move it. Arrange the slices one by one next to each other, in order to cover the sheet format you wish to use for the laser cutter.
Save the file as required from your laser software.
Sketchup is a free 3D software.
Choose a model from the Sketchup library 3D warehouse or import one.
This tutorial has been developed as part of the FabEdu project, co-financed by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union.
Project number: 2017-1-FR02-KA205-012767
The content of this publication does not reflect the official opinion of the European Union. Responsibility for the information and views expressed in the therein lies entirely with the author(s).
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