Digital Modelmaking - Laser Cutting, 3D Printing and Reverse Engineering (Paperback)

Digital manufacturing has become an intrinsic part of the modelmaking profession, so today's practitioner must be skilled in both traditional hand-making techniques and digital technology. Relevant to a wide variety of creative industries, including film and television, theatre, architecture and product design, Digital Modelmaking offers a comprehensive insight into the manufacturing processes and technologies used within contemporary modelmaking. Each chapter contains an in-depth explanation of each topic, presents examples of how each process is used and includes case studies from professional modelmakers and students. Topics covered include: making models using a laser cutter, 3D printer and CNC milling machinery; generating 3D digital data using a 3D scanner and photogrammetry; two-and three- dimensional drawing software such as CAD; designing models for digital manufacturing; selecting materials based on their suitability for modelmaking; combining traditional hand-making skills with digital manufacturing; painting and finishing models, and finally, moulding and casting using silicone and resin. This invaluable book will be of great interest for students, young professionals and everyone with a passion for design and making.

General

Imprint:	The Crowood Press Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	June 2019
First published:	2019
Authors:	Helen Lansdown
Dimensions:	246 x 189 x 14mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	192
ISBN-13:	978-1-78500-585-5
Languages:	English
Subtitles:	English
Categories:	Books > Computing & IT > Applications of computing > Computer modelling & simulation Books > Computing & IT > Computer software packages > Computer graphics software > General Promotions
LSN:	1-78500-585-5
Barcode:	9781785005855

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