Chapter 9
3D Printing with SketchUp Models
IN THIS CHAPTER
Understanding basic principles of 3D printing
Knowing your 3D printers
Dividing your model into layers
Using SketchUp files for 3D printing
Preparing a SketchUp model for 3D printing
Going beyond basics with joints and motion
Seeing your masterpiece in SketchUp is cool. You can twist and turn and view it from every angle. But wouldn’t the world be so much cooler if you could hold your creation in your hands? This chapter talks about using a 3D printer to make your SketchUp model real.
To follow along with this chapter, you need a working understanding of SketchUp and its tools. We assume you’ve heard about 3D printers and are curious to find out more. We give you a look at 3D printing technology in general and touch briefly on the spectrum of 3D-printing scenarios, from home hobbyist desktop units to machines that can “print” ...
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