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3D Printing and Modeling for Beginners (CORE One)

Beginner9h 30m54 items
Free
3D Printing and Modeling for Beginners (CORE One)

The course "3D Printing on CORE One. From model to finished object" is an end-to-end program that operationalizes 3D FFF printing for fast and reproducible results. You enter directly into the real work flow. Selection of models on Printables. Slicing with EasyPrint from the web or mobile. Complete configuration in PrusaSlicer with Beginner modes. Normal. Expert. You will learn to choose the right profiles. layer height. perimeters. infill. supports. orientation and cutting for optimal time and predictable quality. The maintenance and troubleshooting component reduces your downtime. We cover sheet cleaning. sanitizing the nozzle and the heater block. cold pull. belt tensioning. lubrication of the guides. firmware update. We quickly diagnose common defects. stringing. layer shift. warping. poor adhesion. and we establish a remedial plan. The design part takes you from scratch to your own models. In Tinkercad you quickly build functional and aesthetic shapes. Integrate printability rules. correct export and guided projects. snowman and vase. You have a Fusion teaser for parametric CAD. so that you can naturally switch to parts with tolerances and assembly. We work with common and composite materials. PLA. PETG. SO. PVB. flex. carbon fiber. We were discussing material choices. temperatures. resistance and post-processing. Optional. we introduce multicolor through automatic breaks and insert of magnets or screws. At the end of the procedure. profiles and projects ready to print. maintenance checklists. and a clear framework for productivity in the laboratory. makerspace or micro-manufacturing.

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Curriculum

Modules, lessons and quizzes in the correct order, resuming from your last position.

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Module 1

Unboxing and first look

Introduction
Unpacking the printer
Preparing the printer
Preparing and mounting the printing plate
Preparing and mounting the printing plate
The ideal location of the printer
Main components
Module 2

Installation with Setup Wizard

Starting the printer and launching the Wizard
Connecting to Wi-Fi via the Prusa app
Self test (calibration)
Filament loading
Calibration of the first layer
Quiz: Lesson 1 și 2
Module 3

First print

Printer menu controls
Connecting the printer to the Internet
Choose a 3D model from the included USB stick
Starting the printing process
Tracking printer mechanics
Tracking the actual 3D printing process
Manipulation of a completed model
Manipulation of a completed model
Quiz: Lesson 3
Module 4

Download 3D models

Introduction to Printables.com
Our picks from Printables.com
Extra Printables.com features
Module 5

Preparing to print the 3D model ("Slicing")

Slicing with EasyPrint
The PrusaSlicer installation wizard
Importing 3D data into PrusaSlicer
Interface: Right panel, Slice button
Interface: Left icon bar
Interface: Central icon bar
Top menu tab
Support optimization
Orientation to print
Cutting objects
Automatic print pause (multicolor print, embedding objects)
Tips, tricks and extra features
Quiz: Lesson 5
Module 6

Basic troubleshooting and maintenance

Introduction
The limits of material and technology
Basic maintenance of the printer
External factors (filament quality, G-code settings)
Quiz: Lesson 6
Module 7

Create and print your own pattern

Introduction to 3D modeling
Let's start with Tinkercad
Tinkercad interface
Basic rules for successful modeling
Example project: snowman
Beyond Tinkercad: Autodesk Fusion introduction and installation
Example project: vase
Conclusion
Module 8

Where to go next?

Additional sources of information
Filament materials
Accessories available