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by James Gilmer on 2024-08-05T13:57:00-04:00 | 0 Comments

Today on Blogger Day, this blog celebrates creativity and the tools that make our creative projects possible! Choose from this curated selection of physical titles within Pfeiffer Library that complement the technology in our Makerspace, all readily available on our display case:

Simplifying 3D Printing with OpenSCAD by Colin Dow

ISBN: 9781801813174

Publication Date: 2022-03-30

A step-by-step full-color guide to OpenSCAD that makes 3D printing easier than ever Key Features Learn more about 3D printing technology and the software used to design your objects Discover the various FDM slicer programs used to create G-code for 3D printer jobs Use a slicer program to create G-code to run your 3D printer job Book Description Want to bring your 3D designs to life with OpenSCAD, but don't know where to start? Simplifying 3D Printing with OpenSCAD will teach you the key skills so that you can focus on your ideas, not troubleshooting your 3D printer.With the help of this book, you'll build a solid foundation in 3D printing technology, the software used for designing your objects, and an analysis of the G-code produced by the 3D printer slicer software. You'll also get to know your 3D printer and find out how to set up a printing job effortlessly -- from configuring the parameters to build well-defined designs.Consider yourself a practical learner? Use real-world examples such as designing and printing a 3D name badge, model rocket, and laptop stand, to dive into the world of 3D printers build your skillset.By the end of this 3D printing book, you'll be ready to start designing and printing your own 3D printed products using OpenSCAD and being your ideas into reality. What you will learn Gain a solid understanding of 3D printers and 3D design requirements to start creating your own objects Prepare a 3D printer for a job starting from leveling the print bed and loading the filament Discover various OpenSCAD commands and use them to create shapes Understand how OpenSCAD compares to other CAD programs Get to grips with combining text and a cube to create an object Explore the common libraries in OpenSCAD Who this book is for This book is for engineers, hobbyists, teachers, 3D printing enthusiasts, and individuals working in the field of 3D printing. Basic knowledge of setting up and running 3D printers will help you get the most of this book.

3D Printing Guide for Newcomers by Stephen W. Rock

ISBN: 9781794187436

Publication Date: 2019-01-15

In a time like this where 3D design and printing is a skill that many people wish to acquire, you'll agree that a beginners guide is irreplaceable. This is where this book comes in; to introduce you to 3D printing. You'll be guided throughout the whole process of: 1. Designing and printing a 3D object. 2. Troubleshooting your 3D printer as a beginner. 3. Tips and tricks for optimizing your 3D printer. 4. How to maintain your printer. The last chapter of the book discusses briefly how to use SketchUp as a beginner. Good enough, the author, a tech researcher and addict, explains the whole process of 3D printing in simple grammar syntax, as if he were writing for kids. When you buy the paperback version of this book, you'll get the eBook free. This introduction to 3D printing is all you need t get started. Buy it now and become a pro in 3D printing! About The Author Stephen Rock has been a certified apps developer and tech researcher for more than12 years. Some of his 'how to' guides have appeared in a handful of international journals and tech blogs. He loves rabbits.

The Makers Guide to Cricut by Megan Meketa

ISBN: 9781681988337

Publication Date: 2022-11-08

Take your Cricut crafts to the next level! Cricut electric cutting machines have made it easy for anyone to make adorable, one-of-a-kind creations in their own home. In this book crafting expert Megan Meketa, of Lovebird Heartworks, shares all her tips and tricks for making colorful, eye-catching projects that make every day a celebration. Featuring 28 projects and all the information needed to get started, including: Straightforward details on Design Space software and Cricut models (Maker, Explore Series, Joy, and EasyPresses) Essential tools and materials (adhesive vinyl, iron-on, felt, cardstock, acetate, leather, etc.) Ideas, pro tips, and step-by-step instructions for celebrations including a variety of cake toppers, banners, party favor bags, stickers, stencils for pastry decorating, and thoughtful gifts Creative wearables and home decor projects such as leather earrings, custom tote bags, etched glass, stenciled signs, and so much more Each project has step-by-step instructions as well as creative tips and ideas if you want to "make it extra" and elevate your projects even further Whether you're a brand new owner of a Cricut and not sure where to start or a seasoned pro, this book is the ultimate one-stop shop for information and ideas for creating stunning projects.

The Complete Cricut Machine Handbook by Angie Holden

ISBN: 9781645676515

Publication Date: 2022-11-15

From Youtube crafter and Cricut expert Angie Holden comes the only book you'll ever need to make cool and creative crafts with your Cricut. Through 24 step-by-step beginner projects using various design and cutting techniques, Angie invites readers to explore the machines' full versatility.Amateur craft artists need not feel daunted; starting with a full tutorial on Cricut Design Space, Angie breaks down each chapter by material?from vinyl to HTV, paper, fabric and more?covering, with each, the numerous skills they'll be getting from the Cricut. With designs ranging from DIY home goods to creative gift ideas, there is no shortage of inspiration for readers to use their Cricut.Upgrade your home with a Wood Door Hanger with Paper Leaves and some Vinyl Pantry Labels; Etched Wine Glasses and Chipboard Puzzles will make crowd-pleasing gifts; young ones will appreciate Stickers and cozy Onesies with Appliqué for those colder months; craft lovers can flex their imaginative muscles with seasonal and event-based projects like Paper Cake Toppers and Felt Succulent Wreaths.Whether readers are beginners looking for a fun new hobby, casual crafters wishing to broaden their gifting and decorating horizons or small business owners dedicated to personalizing their brand, The Complete Cricut Handbook is the definitive one-stop for all. This book contains 24 projects and 24 photos + step-by-steps.

Cutting Machine Crafts with Your Cricut, Sizzix, or Silhouette by Lia Griffith

ISBN: 9781984822352

Publication Date: 2018-05-01

Get more creative with your Cricut, Sizzix, or Silhouette die cutting machine! Here are 50 easy projects and 60 templates for making gorgeous home accessories, fun party decor, and memorable gifts. This book includes beautiful items you can make using just about any electronic die cutting machine, by downloading the SVG templates, running your materials through your machine, and following the instructions to assemble your cut materials. Discover graphic Scandinavian patterns to decorate aprons and tea towels, paper succulent centerpieces, and dozens of blooms for bouquets, garlands, and crowns. Every project includes easy instructions and plenty of variations so you can get the most out of your machine. With an introduction to electronic die cutting machines and options for cutting the templates out by hand, this book is full of inspiration and expert advice. Includes instructions for downloading 60 SVG cut files compatible with most electronic cutting machines.

LEGO Studies by Mark J. P. Wolf (Editor)

ISBN: 9780415722919

Publication Date: 2014-11-20

Since the "Automatic Binding Bricks" that LEGO produced in 1949, and the LEGO "System of Play" that began with the release of Town Plan No. 1 (1955), LEGO bricks have gone on to become a global phenomenon, and the favorite building toy of children, as well as many an AFOL (Adult Fan of LEGO). LEGO has also become a medium into which a wide number of media franchises, including Star Wars, Harry Potter, Pirates of the Caribbean, Batman, Superman, Lord of the Rings, and others, have adapted their characters, vehicles, props, and settings. The LEGO Group itself has become a multimedia empire, including LEGO books, movies, television shows, video games, board games, comic books, theme parks, magazines, and even MMORPGs. LEGO Studies: Examining the Building Blocks of a Transmedial Phenomenon is the first collection to examine LEGO as both a medium into which other franchises can be adapted and a transmedial franchise of its own. Although each essay looks at a particular aspect of the LEGO phenomenon, topics such as adaptation, representation, paratexts, franchises, and interactivity intersect throughout these essays, proposing that the study of LEGO as a medium and a media empire is a rich vein barely touched upon in Media Studies.

Practical Duct Tape Projects by Instructables.com; Noah Weinstein (Editor)

ISBN: 9781620877098

Publication Date: 2013-05-22

Duct tape has gotten a reputation as the quick-fix tape for every situation. However, did you know that you can use duct tape to create practical items for everyday use? Did you also know that duct tape now comes in a variety of colors, so your creations can be fun and stylish? Originating from Instructables, a popular project-based community made up of all sorts of characters with wacky hobbies and a desire to pass on their wisdom to others, Practical Duct Tape Projects contains ideas from a number of authors who nurse a healthy urge to create anything possible from duct tape. Practical Duct Tape Projects provides step-by-step instructions on a variety of useful and fun objects involving duct tape. Guided through each endeavor by detailed photographs, the reader will create articles of clothing, tools, and more, such as: Fishing net Messenger bag Wallet with change pouch Duck tub stopper Laptop case Pencil case And much more! The Instructables community has provided a compilation of guides on a variety of duct tape exploits. The most outrageous projects are definitely the most fun, and this book shows that duct tape can make just about anything.

Bead-Making Lab by Heather Powers

ISBN: 9781631591143

Publication Date: 2016-05-15

Fill the year ahead with handcrafted beads that you can make yourself by following tutorials from Bead-Making Lab! Imagine a year in beads. We're talking 52 handmade varieties all handcrafted by you! Bead-Making Lab makes this bounty of bead making possible with instructions for bead designs that run the gamut from sophisticated to playful. Bead-Making Lab is organized by material, and single-spread lab tutorials for each bead design make the book simple to use. The tutorials are brief, accomplishable, and rewarding. Choose from traditional materials like paper mache and polymer clay, or opt for new materials such as resins and shrink plastic. Once you've selected your medium, follow the lab instructions for the bead-making technique of your choice. Try a new technique each week! With how-tos including molding, carving, painting, gluing, drilling beach glass and pebbles, and creating fiber-art beads with felting and embroidery, you'll have a year of unique projects ahead of you. Bead-Making Lab also offers ideas on how to turn your beads into jewelry and gives you a sneak peek at some contemporary bead artisans' best work. Get busy beading, crafters!

3D Printing Projects by Sachidanand Jha

ISBN: 9781072617631

Publication Date: 2019-06-07

3D PRINTING PROJECTSDo you want to learn how to design 2D and 3D Printing models in your favorite Computer Aided Design (CAD) software such as TinkerCAD, FUSION 360 or SolidWorks? Look no further. We have designed 200 3D CAD exercises for 3D Printing that will help you to test your CAD skills.What's included in the 3D PRINTING PROJECTS book?Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or an expert, these 3D CAD exercises will challenge you. The book contains 200 3D models and practice drawings or exercises for 3D printing.*Each exercise contains images of the final design and exact measurements needed to create the design for 3D printing.*Each exercise can be designed on any CAD software which you desire. It can be done with TinkerCAD, FreeCAD, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, DraftSight, Creo, Solid Edge, Catia, NX and other feature-based CAD modeling software.*It is intended to provide Drafters, Designers and Engineers with enough 3D CAD exercises for practice and make 3D model using 3D Printer.*It includes almost all types of exercises that are necessary to provide, clear, concise and systematic information required on industrial machine part drawings.*Third Angle Projection is intentionally used to familiarize Drafters, Designers and Engineers in Third Angle Projection to meet the expectation of worldwide Engineering drawing print.*This book is for Beginner, Intermediate and Advance CAD users.*This book is for Teachers, Kids, Hobbyists and Designers.*Clear and well drafted drawing help easy understanding of the design.*These exercises are from Basics to Advance level.*Each exercises can be assigned and designed separately on any CAD software for 3D printing*No Exercise is a prerequisite for another. All dimensions are in mm.PrerequisiteTo design & develop models, you should have knowledge of CAD software. Student should have knowledge of Orthographic views and projections. Student should have basic knowledge of engineering drawings and 3D printing.

3D Printing Made Easy for Newbies and Hobbyists: A Quick-Start Guide to Learn How to 3D Print at Home by Guzman, Natalie

ISBN: 9798483791935

Publication Date: 2021

Want to 3D print objects? Objects you can be proud of and show off to everyone you know? Then you need to keep reading… 3D printing is a lot of fun; it’s something you can tinker with endlessly as you find new things to print and figure out the best processes. But it’s also something that can cause frustration when things don’t work the way you expected, especially as you’re just getting started. Although 3D printing is not easy, it becomes easier once you know the right tips & tricks to troubleshoot problems. In the book 3D Printing Made Easy: For Newbies and Hobbyist, you’ll discover: A useful reference, both to read as you’re getting started and to refer back to in the future Top must-have 3D printer accessories (Chapter 3) Three steps to increase your 3D printing chances of success Useful tips and tricks to get started and troubleshoot basic problems How to find the right filament (printing material) for your printer 3D printer models you should look into (the most affordable, the easiest to use, and my top 2 favorite 3D printers) and much more… If you like fiddling with things to figure out how to make them work, you’re going to love this! 3D printing is a great hobby for anyone who likes new gadgets and technology, who likes to tinker, who likes to create things.

Everything 3D Printing by Binn, Carty

ISBN: 9798825314242

Publication Date: 2022

Digitally controlled additive manufacturing, known as 3-D printing, is gaining popularity in the world at large. It has become one of the most intriguing inventions we've ever seen, and now you can join the ranks of business people, entrepreneurs, and amateurs who use it to create objects and replacement parts for obsolete technology and much more. Businesses are increasingly resorting to technology to create prototypes, replacement parts, custom-fitted prosthetics, and other plastic or metal things, which are often less expensive and more efficient than traditional manufacturing methods. Because of the expanding availability of 3D printers, this fantastic technology is becoming more accessible to the general population, and there's no better time than now to let your imagination run wild and genuinely make whatever you imagine quickly and economically. The 3D printing revolution is already in full swing, with new gadgets being released at dizzying speed. When there is so much information and options accessible, how can you choose the best 3D printer? how can a beginner use this technology? how do I carry out 3D print? etc. These are various questions this book seeks to answer. This is a must-have book for everyone interested in 3D printing. It makes no difference if you want to learn about the technology or design your models. All methods are well-explained and provided in an easy-to-understand format. This practice guide will assist makers, creative individuals, inventors, engineers, architects, students, children, and others. This book makes understanding this complex and ever-changing subject simple. You'll find all the quick and easy steps you need to understand the many methods for making 3D-printed products.

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