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Digital Modelmaking: Laser Cutting, 3D Printing and Reverse Engineering
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Digital Modelmaking: Laser Cutting, 3D Printing and Reverse Engineering
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Helen Lansdown
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:192 | Dimensions(mm): Height 246,Width 189 |
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Category/Genre | 3D graphics and modelling |
ISBN/Barcode |
9781785005855
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Classifications | Dewey:745.5928 |
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Illustrations |
Line drawings, color; Halftones, color; Illustrations, unspecified
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
The Crowood Press Ltd
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Imprint |
The Crowood Press Ltd
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Publication Date |
4 June 2019 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Digital manufacturing hs 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. This invaluable book will be of great interest for students, young professionals and everyone with a passion for design and making. 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 . Approaches to designing models for digital manufacturing . Selecting materials based on their suitability for modelmaking . Combining traditional hand-making skills with digital manufacturing . Professional approaches to painting and finishing models . Moulding and casting using silicone and resin AUTHOR: Helen Lansdown has worked professionally as a modelmaker and designer for thirty years within product design, architecture, and film and television advertising. She currently works as a lecturer at Herts University teaching on the Model Design programme. 234 colour photographs, 32 line artworks
Author Biography
Helen Lansdown has worked professionally as a modelmaker and designer for thirty years within product design, architecture, and film and television advertising. She currently works as a lecturer at Hertfordshire University teaching on the Model Design programme.
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