Introduction to 3D Modeling and Printing

In the last unit of our Robotics and Engineering Design curriculum, we are going to explore the exciting field of 3D Modeling and Printing.

For 3D Modeling, we are going to use SketchUp Pro as our software tool. There are many video tutorials which help you accelerate through the learning curve, and you might want to start watching them.

1. Google SketchUp Tutorial Videos by littlestworkshop: A series of short clips (28 videos) which give you clear concepts and basic skills to use SketchUp. 
2.  SketchUp Video Tutorials: Getting Started with SketchUp: by SketchUp A four-part tutorial series which uses small project examples to help you getting off the ground. There are many more advanced tutorials in this website.

For 3D Printing, we are going to use MakerBot Replicator 2 as our 3D printer. There are some videos in the MakerBot website.

1. MakerBot Replicator 2 - Tutorials: Four video tutorials which help you understand the basics of our 3D printer such that you can start printing in just minutes.
2. MakerBot TV S02E11 - MakerBot A Robot!: Fun DIY robot projects show you the possibilities of 3D printing.