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Shaun C. Bryant

Tinkercad For Dummies

Shaun C. Bryant

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English
For Dummies
09 March 2018
Computer-aided design (CAD); 3D graphics & modelling
Create in 3D with Tinkercad!

If you can dream it, you can create it—using Tinkercad. This free tool gives everyone the power to create 3D models, regardless of your level of experience. With the help of Tinkercad For Dummies, you’ll have the knowledge you need to plan your designs, the know-how to utilize the platform’s drag-and-drop tools to create your design, and the information you need to print or export your designs to use them elsewhere.

Tinkercad is for everyone! It’s simple enough to be used by kids and students, but robust enough that an adult could use it to create a complex product prototype. With more than 4 million designs posted in the Tinkercad community, the platform is also popular with teachers around the world. Why not join in on the fun?

Create your Tinkercad account and join the community Use the drag-and-drop tools to build 3D images Export your designs to have them 3D printed Learn the principles of great 3D design

Tinkercad is truly fun for all ages, and this hands-on guide makes it faster and easier to start using it right away!
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Imprint:   For Dummies
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 231mm,  Width: 183mm,  Spine: 20mm
Weight:   340g
ISBN:   9781119464419
ISBN 10:   1119464412
Pages:   272
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Introduction 1 Part 1: Getting Started with Tinkercad 5 Chapter 1: Exploring 3D Design 7 Chapter 2: Introducing Tinkercad 25 Chapter 3: Taking a Tour of Tinkercad 33 Chapter 4: Exploring the User Interface 43 Chapter 5: Exploring 3D Tools in Tinkercad 51 Part 2: Creating a Simple Nameplate for Your Office 63 Chapter 6: Creating the Baseplate 65 Chapter 7: Giving the Baseplate Depth 77 Chapter 8: Adding Your Name as Text 87 Chapter 9: Cutting Holes to Mount the Nameplate 99 Part 3: Building Your First Skyscraper, in Miniature 115 Chapter 10: Creating the Building Footprint 117 Chapter 11: Developing the Ground Floor 121 Chapter 12: Copying the Floors as You Build 137 Chapter 13: Adding the Roof to Stop the Rain 145 Chapter 14: The Sky’s the Limit: Adding a Helipad 153 Part 4: Making It Happen: 3D Printing Your Designs 159 Chapter 15: Getting Started with 3D Printing 161 Chapter 16: 3D Printing Selected Shapes 167 Chapter 17: STL Files 173 Chapter 18: OBJ Files 177 Chapter 19: SVG Files 183 Part 5: The Part of Tens 189 Chapter 20: Ten Great 3D Printing Materials 191 Chapter 21: Ten Great 3D Printers 205 Chapter 22: Ten 3D Applications 219 Index 229

Shaun C Bryant has 30 years of experience in the CAD/BIM field and is a consultant, manager, and trainer as well as a user. He teaches CAD and BIM courses at LinkedIn Learning (previously Lynda.com) and maintains the highly respected “Not Just CAD!” blog. An Autodesk Certified Professional, Shaun is also an Autodesk Expert Elite and an Autodesk Certified Instructor.

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