three-dimensional printing

Hubble Middle School just got a 3-D printer for the use of the S.M.A.R.T.S. club, but when somebody breaks into the school at night to use the printer, Zoe, Jaden, and Caleb are blamed--so the friends need to use their skills to prove their innocence, bring the troublemaker to justice, and save their club.

"Covering the basics of 3D [three-dimensional] scanning, readers will learn in-depth details about [how] these machines work, about the different kinds of 3D scanners that exist, how to operate them, and what differentiates various models from each other ... Also included are relevant projects for beginner, intermediate, and advanced Fab Lab [fabrication laboratory] users, and how their learning applies to STEM courses and beyond"--Provided by publisher.

Presents fourteen three-dimensional printing projects for beginners.

"Introduces the technology [of 3D printing], shows how to get started, and offers ideas for creating project-based learning models"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the history and technology needed for 3D printing, the process of creating an object using a device connected to a computer.

An introduction to three-dimensional printing, covering what it is, and exploring applications from prosthetics to battlefield uses.

Discusses how to build and/or use a 3D printer.

Describes the development, function, and uses of 3D printers. Features color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

A guide to 3D printing with Autodesk 123D, Tinkercad, and MakerBot, covering getting started, design projects, construction documents, and more.