Digital Modelmaking

Laser Cutting, 3D Printing and Reverse Engineering

By: Helen Lansdown

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Paperback | 24 June 2019

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192 Pages

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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

234 colour photographs, 32 line artworks

About the 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.

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