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Design & Technology · Manufacturing processes

Digital fabrication

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Digital fabrication

3D printing

Used for ABS plastic.

  1. Use CAD software to design the 3D model.
  2. Convert it into a vector file that is compatible with the printer.
  3. Set up the speed, strength and resolution.
  4. The printer reads the file and prints.
  5. Cut off any excess material.

Laser cutting

  1. Create a design using CAD software.
  2. Save the design in an appropriate file type.
  3. Send the design to the laser cutter.
  4. The machine cuts the design into the material.

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