3D Printing Concepts and Practices

This video tutorial guides students and teachers through the process of using a MakerBot Sketch 3D printer. It covers how to create or remix designs, submit them for review, and print them as 3D models. The tutorial outlines the necessary steps and requirements for students, such as ensuring designs meet size and material specifications. It also details teacher responsibilities, including adding projects to lesson plans and managing the print queue. The video emphasizes the excitement of creating personalized 3D models.

What is the MakerBot Sketch primarily used for?

• Creating 2D drawings

• Scanning documents

• Editing videos

• Printing 3D models

What does 'remixing' a design mean in the context of 3D printing?

• Using someone else's design and modifying it

• Creating a design from scratch

• Deleting a design

• Printing a design without changes

What is the first step in the 3D printing process for students?

• Check filament color

• Submit the design for review

• Name the design file

• Create or remix a design

What is the purpose of the raft in 3D printing?

• To increase printing speed

• To reduce filament usage

• To add color to the model

• To provide a support base

What is the role of infill in a 3D printed model?

• To speed up printing

• To make the model heavier

• To add color

• To provide inner support

What must students ensure about their design before printing?

• It is larger than the printer

• It is made of metal

• It is resting on the work mat

• It is colorful

How should students name their design files?

• Student name, underscore teacher name, underscore color

• Teacher name, underscore student name, underscore color

• Student name, underscore color, underscore teacher name

• Color, underscore student name, underscore teacher name

What should teachers include in their lesson plans regarding 3D printing?

• All MakerBot projects

• No projects

• Only completed projects

• Projects from other classes

Why is it efficient to print same colored files in batches?

• To save time on filament changes

• To make the printer quieter

• To improve print quality

• To reduce electricity usage