Coming from a technical background I’ve mostly used parametric 3D modelling software such as Solidworks, Inventor, SolidEdge and Fusion 360. These software packages are great for producing technical drawings based on the 3D models you create from given or acquired parameters. In simpler terms, parametric models start from a two-dimensional sketch and are then extruded […]
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One of my favourite projects from my time at university was the industrial gearbox design from my third year. At last it was a chance to apply the mathematical knowledge acquired in earlier classes to a project that an actual mechanical engineer could be faced with on the job. The assignment specs included operating conditions,
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The idea to reuse empty filament spools as parts storage isn’t new. When I first started 3D printing I recall seeing that people had made curved containers that fit within a spool and thought that was a nifty idea. I’d always thought I’d make one for myself once I had a few empty spools laying
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Before I started my engineering degree, 3D modelling and Computer Aided Design (CAD) seemed like a daunting skill to learn. Despite that, I was determined to get hold of some software and learn how to apply the mathematical knowledge I was acquiring in class. It was during the first semester that I joined up with
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This week we’re proud to announce that we’ve had over 1000 downloads of our original 3D model designs on Printables.com. For those unfamiliar with Printables, it is a website that allows users to upload their original creations for others to download and 3D print for themselves. The website is hosted by Prusa Research, the company
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Talking to people about 3D printing tells me that people aren’t always aware of the beautiful results that can be achieved through the use of a few different printing techniques. I’d like to highlight a few of them now. Filaments The use of metallic, silk and colour changing filaments can add a significant amount of
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This one has been a long time coming. Since all the 3D printing was done it has sat around waiting for someone to screw it together. Subtle hints that this truck would make pretty good photos for the Lannix Design website eventually guilted my friend into making time to get it together. Thanks mate! It’s
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People often talk to me about 3D printing and are fascinated by the process. To some it seems like only nerds can do it and that is certainly true to some extent! You don’t need to be an expert in computers and CAD to find something to interesting to 3D print. There are many website
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I have always been a DIY kind of guy which is why I decided to pursue a career in engineering. The Lannix Design printing enclosure was fully mapped out in CAD software before a tool was picked up. Building the enclosure required the use of conventional tools but I realized a better result could be
July 2021 – DIY Tools Read More »
A friend has been keen on RC vehicles for a long while and curious to see how a 3D printed truck would go. The virtual model was purchased from 3DSets.com relatively cheaply and so far I have found it to be very well designed. He has supplied the hundreds of tiny screws, motors, servos, tyres
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