Preform -- Readying a 3-D print file

3-d Manufacturing Description

Students will learn how 3-d objects are made, molded and cast by hand and manufactured. Students will Utilize software to make 3-d objects on the computer. Use a 3-D printer to manufacture those objects. Everything from artistic sculptures to mechanical parts will be made.

Outcomes:
  • Students will develop problem-solving skills
  • Students will develop their own 3-d objects and make clay prototypes
  • Students will make single and multi-piece molds of their clay objects
  • Students will cast their objects in resin or other materials
  • Students will use an injection mold machine
  • Students will make their own molds for the injection mold machine
  • Students will be introduced to industry-standard 3-d software and vocabulary
  • Students will understand elements of planning and design
  • Students will develop mechanical and artistic 3-d pieces on the computer
  • Students will utilize a 3-d printer to turn their computer files into real-life objects.
  • Students will make multi-piece prints that fit together for final assembly

    • Students will import their .obj file into Preform software to prepare it for printing on our Form2 printer. The teacher illustrates how to use Preform and some of its features.

    A reference guide for using Preform can be found here.





    Evaluation:
    3 points -- Orientation
    3 points -- Supports
    4 points -- Print-ready file saved as "Student name.form"
    10 points total