Follow clear guidelines and practical instructions to understand the free open-source Blender 3.X software and create models that can be 3D printedDesign beautiful, colorful, and practical objects in Blender 3.X to print or exportMaster Blender 3.X unique printing features and maximize print quality and cost-effectivenessLearn 3D printing requirements such as structural integrity and stability to create lasting models3D printing is not really a new concept as it has been around for decades, but previously it was very expensive and was only used for making complex prototypes. Now, prices have dropped and there are more resources to make the technology more accessible. This includes Blender, an open-source modeling, VFX, rendering, and animation program popular in the 3D printing community.In this book, you will learn how to use Blender to design beautiful, colorful, and practical objects in Blender that are ready to be exported or 3D printed. As you explore the entire lifecycle of 3D printing, you will understand how to make your models work in the real world and the particular needs of the materials and printers that they are planning to use to print their model. You will also learn unique 3D printing requirements such as structural integrity, stability, and mesh analysis.By the end of this book, you will have mastered Blender’s special 3D printing tools to create high-quality models at minimal costs and will be able to utilize these lessons in your personal or professional work.Understand how a 3D printer makes real-world 3D objectsExplore different types of 3D printersInvestigate 3D printing appropriate materialsBecome proficient at precision modeling techniques in BlenderLearn to unwrap a texture to fit a modelDesign an object hollow using modifiersMake a model watertight and learn to solve printing errorsIf you’re a digital sculptor or a 3D modeler who uses Blender as a professional, or someone who simply wants to use Blender to make objects for 3D printing, this book is for you. You should already be comfortable with basic modeling in Blender, such as using modifiers, however advanced skills aren’t required as all the models required are explored in-depth. This book doesn’t assume you’ll use any specific printer and teaches the general principles common to building models for most printers. It also gives you tips on discovering the requirements of the specific printer you will be using.3D Printers and How They workSetting up your PrinterPrecision modelling in BlenderPreparing the Model for Colouring3D Environments tools for efficient Model DesignCost efficient strategies for 3D print-ready modellingCreating a Strong wall for your modelHole cutting techniques to make the character usefulExporting your 3D ObjectAppendix : 3D Printing References
