Key Techniques

Glossary of various techniques that go beyond the basics previously covered.

Advanced Post-processing

Two extra methods for post processing are listed:

pageEpoxy MethodpageFillers Method

Topography Models

If you want to 3D print topography modesl, check out:

pageTopography Models

Hollow Models

Hollowing models may save time and weight. Check out:

pageHollowing Models

Custom Supports in Meshmixer

Meshmixer offers custom supports that you can learn more about here:

pageCustom Supports in Meshmixer

Printing for Transparency

You can achieve transparent effects with 3D prints. Check out:

pagePrinting for Transparency

Thicken a Mesh using Weaverbird and Grasshopper

A quick and easy way to manipulate existing meshes:

pageThicken a Mesh with Grasshopper

Using the Makerbot Labs Experimental Extruder

pageUsing the Makerbot Experimental Extruder