This presentation highlights our experiences at the VIA 3D Printing Jam II and features ten useful tips for people planning to hold similar events.

2. VIA 3D Printing Jam II
Haushan 1914 Creative Park
Tip #1
Choose a location with
open space to stimulate
interaction and inspire
creativity!
• Lots of natural light
really helps

3. City Apartment Building

4. Rural House
Tip #2
Create a theme for your event
to help guide participants and
focus creativity!
• Choose familiar items they
would want to use

5. Huashan Tower

6. From Digital to Physical

7. Google SketchUp 8 Tutorial

8. 3D Printers and Scanner

9. DWS 3D Printer

10. Fabbster 3D Printer

11. UP! Plus 3D Printer

12. EGS 3D Scanner

13. 3D Printed Samples
Plastic
Metal

14. Designing…

15. Creative Collaboration

16. 3D Models

17. Production & Assembly

18. Finished Goods

19. City Apartment Building

20. Rural House

21. Huashan Tower

22. Judging…

23. … and the Winners Are

24. … and the Winners Are

25. VIA 3D Printing Jam II

26. Final Takeaways
• 3D design and printing is a very great way to inspire creativity - but
creativity needs a focus
– Defining a theme for the event is critical for its overallsuccess.
• Foster teamwork to keep the event fun and lively.
– Allows participantsto connect and bounce ideasoff others
• Leverage the limitations imposed by the 3D printers to force
participants to think their designs through clearly
– This is a benefit - not a hindrance
– Reinforces critical thinking and problem solving – a critical element in any
product design.
• Keep the event fun and encourage participants to push the
boundaries of their imagination!