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Investor presentation Making every CAD model 3D printable
Investor presentation
Making every CAD model
3D printable
Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems
3D Model To Print - 3DMTP
A service from DIRECT DIMENSIONS that ensures the ability to print in 3D
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Computer design 3D model
Automates the process of making files 3D printable, saving time and work
Prepares a 3D file for a specific type of 3D printer Accommodates many types of 3D data including 3D
CAD, 3D modeling and BIM files Pricing is per file and allows the tracking of file prep
cost per project
The complexity of CAD/BIM models makes preparation for 3D printing difficult, expensive, time and labor intensive
Non-manifold geometry
Shared edges and faces
Too THIN to 3D print
Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems
3D Model to Print (3DMTP)…
• Quickly and accurately converts 3D files into 3D printable file formats
• Automatically fixes geometric and structural issues so the file is 3D printable
• Precisely sets a minimum thickness to all or selected parts of your scaled 3D model file
• Creates an STL or WRL from native 3D CAD, 3D modeling and BIM formats
• Repairs existing STLs or WRLs making them 3D printable
Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems
Who uses 3DMTP?
• Architects working with 3D design tools such as SketchUp and Revit
• Engineers creating parts or scaled prototypes
• Designers wanting to make their work 3D printable and watertight
• Service bureaus that need to ensure that their customer’s 3D files are ready to 3D print
• Anyone wanting to save time and money preparing their files for 3D Printing
Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems
Original 3DS – Signage text detail at 0.01” at scale
First version – processed using overall minimum thickness of .04”
Final version – processed using overall minimum thickness of .04” and select text thickness at .02”
Minimum thickness
Stacking
Sectioning
Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems
Interior removal – reduces print cost
Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems
Texture alignment and checking
Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems
3DMTP Supports and processes a large variety of 3D file formats
• Native 3D CAD, BIM and architectural modeling formats – Rhino (*.3dm), 3D Studio (*.3ds), MicroStation (*.dgn), AutoCAD (*.dwg), Revit
project (*.rvt), SketchUp (*.skp), Vectorworks (*.vwx)
• Common 3D Image formats – Collada (*.dae), Drawing exchange (*.dxf), FBX, OBJ, OFF, PLY
• Parasolids and other parametric formats – Examples: Solidworks, CATIA, Pro/E and Inventor, support most of the exchange 3D
image formats listed
– Export either a part or assembly depending on modeling needs
• 3D printing (additive manufacturing & rapid prototyping) formats – AMF, STL, VRML(*.wrl)
• When working with colors and textures – Include textures maps with the model file to be processed
– Plug-ins are helpful for certain programs to maximize export of colors and texture maps
Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems
http://3dmtpusa.com
Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems
Direct Dimensions, Inc.
• Rapid solutions to 3D problems: – 3D laser scanning and point cloud processing
– Reverse engineering, inspection, analysis and measurement (metrology)
– 2D drawings or 2D CAD into 3D Models
– 3D CAD, BIM, modeling, visualization and animation
– Product and application support and training
Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems
From SketchUp to STL/WRL
Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems
From BIM to STL/WRL
Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems
From Parasolid to STL/WRL
Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems Direct Dimensions, Inc. – rapid solutions to 3D problems
Rapid solutions to 3D problems
Phil Magenheim
Direct Dimensions/3DMTP
[email protected]/[email protected]
Office:(410)998-0880 ext.111
Cell: (301)651-6871
