
EDIT: To save the units settings (so you don't have to set them each time) go to File -> Defaults -> Save Startup File, after you finish setting up the units.
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Design a simple phone stand in Blender by setting millimeter units, building a base, using a boolean cut for the slot, and exporting an STL for 3D printing.
Design a bag clip in Blender by modeling a two-millimeter thick, mirrored mesh, using millimeter units, extruding vertices, beveling edges, and applying a mirror modifier for a printable, flexible clip.
Design a precise vacuum nozzle in Blender for 3D printing. Set millimeter units, use the Measure It addon for accurate taper and inner diameter, and apply the solidify modifier.
Learn to use the bevel tool in edit mode with edge selection to create rounded edges, adjust the profile and presets, and add segments to generate stairs for 3d printing.
Design for 3D printing with Blender teaches how print orientation affects part strength, highlighting that layers aren’t perfectly fused and a part laid flat in the slicer becomes much stronger.
Celebrate completing this course and reflect on what you learned. Ask questions to continue your learning and pursue your future projects and endeavors.
*Completely revamped and updated for 2023* There are many great 3d models available to download online for 3d printing, however having the ability to design your own objects opens a whole new world of opportunities for 3d printing. This is what makes 3d printing really powerful: being able to think of something you want to create, and being able to make it in the real world.
No prior 3d modeling experience is needed to take this course. It is designed for both beginners and intermediate level designers.
Bring your ideas into the physical world by designing in Blender for 3d printing.
Render your designs using Blender's advanced render engines to visualize your projects before you print.
Export your custom 3d models to Cura to prepare them for 3d printing.
Learn to design your own unique creations from the initial idea stage to a complete finished 3d model.
Course Projects:
Custom Organizer
Phone Stand
Gearbox
Succulent Planters
Household / Workshop Designs
Teaching Style:
Hands on project based
Learn by doing
Practical Applications
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