This document provides an overview and review of slicing models in Cura and strategies for troubleshooting potential issues. It discusses navigating the Cura interface, using tools to adjust models, reviewing models for issues in preview mode, and strategies for addressing specific problems like first layer issues, missing details, unattached parts, fast delicate layers, and overhangs. Potential fixes and settings are presented for various common 3D printing issues that may appear during slicing or after a print.
This document provides an overview of the 3D printing process from modeling to printing. It discusses using Tinkercad to model basic 3D objects from shapes and then import them into Cura for slicing. In Cura, the model can be scaled, rotated, and positioned on the print bed. The document highlights practical applications of these tools like fitting multiple objects on the print bed or orienting parts to minimize supports.
Autodesk is an American software company headquartered in California that develops a broad range of design, engineering, and entertainment software. Fusion 360 is Autodesk's cloud-based CAD/CAM tool that allows for collaborative product development within a team. It enables exploration and iteration of product ideas and focuses on the form, function, and fabrication of products. Fusion 360 has several workspaces including Design, Render, Simulation, and Manufacture that allow users to create 3D models, render images, run simulations, and generate toolpaths for manufacturing.
This document provides instructions and exercises for learning the basics of NX modeling software. It begins with an introduction to the NX interface and sketching tools. Exercises then guide the user through techniques for solid modeling such as extruding, revolving, and sweeping profiles. Later exercises cover creating assemblies using bottom-up and top-down methods and generating drawings from 3D models. The document aims to equip students with the fundamental skills for 3D CAD modeling and mechanical design in NX.
This course teaches the basics of Autodesk Fusion 360, including solid modeling, sculpting, sketching, direct modeling, assemblies, rendering, and collaboration. Students will learn how to navigate, sketch, model, sculpt, assemble and render designs in Fusion 360. The course is intended to provide an introduction to get students started with the main aspects of Fusion 360 so they can further explore areas that interest them most. The course is estimated to take 3 hours. A computer with Fusion 360 installed and a 3-button mouse are required.
Reverse engineering is the process of systematically evaluating a product to replicate or redesign it. It is an important step in product development that allows optimization of resources and reduction in development time and costs. The reverse engineering process involves digitizing an existing object through scanning or other methods, processing the captured data to create a CAD model, and then using that model to develop prototypes or redesign parts as needed. It has various applications in fields like manufacturing, software, chemicals, entertainment, and medicine. A case study described how reverse engineering and rapid prototyping were used together to redesign turbine blades by capturing high-quality surface data and iteratively digitizing to create accurate CAD models.
Definition, need, raw materials, types of processes
Photo polymerization
Binder jetting, material extrusion
Powder bed fusion
Sheet lamination, direct energy deposition
Limitations, strengths
Programming methods.
This document discusses reverse engineering and its importance. Reverse engineering is the process of analyzing a system to understand its components and recreate it without prior documentation. This allows reducing product development times for manufacturers. The methodology involves digitizing the object, creating a CAD model through discretization and data manipulation, and generating a functional part. Reverse engineering provides advantages like cost savings, quality improvements, and competitive advantages. Its applications include manufacturing, medical, and software fields.
The document provides an overview of the NX7.5 basic training course, including how to get started with NX7.5, create and save part files, use the modeling interface, select and manipulate objects, create sketches, apply geometric and dimensional constraints, and perform basic extrude and revolve swept features. It describes the key interface elements and commands for navigating the software and constructing 3D models.
This document provides an overview of the 3D printing process from modeling to printing. It discusses using Tinkercad to model basic 3D objects from shapes and then import them into Cura for slicing. In Cura, the model can be scaled, rotated, and positioned on the print bed. The document highlights practical applications of these tools like fitting multiple objects on the print bed or orienting parts to minimize supports.
Autodesk is an American software company headquartered in California that develops a broad range of design, engineering, and entertainment software. Fusion 360 is Autodesk's cloud-based CAD/CAM tool that allows for collaborative product development within a team. It enables exploration and iteration of product ideas and focuses on the form, function, and fabrication of products. Fusion 360 has several workspaces including Design, Render, Simulation, and Manufacture that allow users to create 3D models, render images, run simulations, and generate toolpaths for manufacturing.
This document provides instructions and exercises for learning the basics of NX modeling software. It begins with an introduction to the NX interface and sketching tools. Exercises then guide the user through techniques for solid modeling such as extruding, revolving, and sweeping profiles. Later exercises cover creating assemblies using bottom-up and top-down methods and generating drawings from 3D models. The document aims to equip students with the fundamental skills for 3D CAD modeling and mechanical design in NX.
This course teaches the basics of Autodesk Fusion 360, including solid modeling, sculpting, sketching, direct modeling, assemblies, rendering, and collaboration. Students will learn how to navigate, sketch, model, sculpt, assemble and render designs in Fusion 360. The course is intended to provide an introduction to get students started with the main aspects of Fusion 360 so they can further explore areas that interest them most. The course is estimated to take 3 hours. A computer with Fusion 360 installed and a 3-button mouse are required.
Reverse engineering is the process of systematically evaluating a product to replicate or redesign it. It is an important step in product development that allows optimization of resources and reduction in development time and costs. The reverse engineering process involves digitizing an existing object through scanning or other methods, processing the captured data to create a CAD model, and then using that model to develop prototypes or redesign parts as needed. It has various applications in fields like manufacturing, software, chemicals, entertainment, and medicine. A case study described how reverse engineering and rapid prototyping were used together to redesign turbine blades by capturing high-quality surface data and iteratively digitizing to create accurate CAD models.
Definition, need, raw materials, types of processes
Photo polymerization
Binder jetting, material extrusion
Powder bed fusion
Sheet lamination, direct energy deposition
Limitations, strengths
Programming methods.
This document discusses reverse engineering and its importance. Reverse engineering is the process of analyzing a system to understand its components and recreate it without prior documentation. This allows reducing product development times for manufacturers. The methodology involves digitizing the object, creating a CAD model through discretization and data manipulation, and generating a functional part. Reverse engineering provides advantages like cost savings, quality improvements, and competitive advantages. Its applications include manufacturing, medical, and software fields.
The document provides an overview of the NX7.5 basic training course, including how to get started with NX7.5, create and save part files, use the modeling interface, select and manipulate objects, create sketches, apply geometric and dimensional constraints, and perform basic extrude and revolve swept features. It describes the key interface elements and commands for navigating the software and constructing 3D models.
1. Netfabb is a free software that can be used to validate and repair STL files before 3D printing. It checks for errors like holes, naked edges, and inverted triangles.
2. Netfabb allows users to measure, scale, rotate, and split STL files. It also has automatic and manual repair tools to fix issues found during validation.
3. When using Netfabb, users should check that each part is in a separate file, files are the correct size, parts are correctly scaled and oriented, wall thicknesses are adequate, and support structures are added if needed. Any errors identified during validation should be repaired before 3D printing.
This document provides an overview of 3D printing and additive manufacturing. It discusses the core technologies used in additive manufacturing, including extrusion deposition, granular material binding, photopolymerization, and lamination. It describes how additive manufacturing works by building 3D objects layer by layer from a digital file. The document highlights applications in industries like automotive, aerospace, medical, and more. It also discusses advantages like reduced waste and materials usage compared to traditional manufacturing.
Fusion 360 is a 3D CAD, CAM, and CAE tool that enables conceptual modeling, mechanical drawings, rendering, animations, CAM, and simulation in a single cloud-based platform accessible on both Mac and PC. The one day workshop introduces Fusion 360's capabilities like 2D and 3D modeling, free form sculpting, creating joints and motion, rendering, simulation, and provides opportunities for hands-on use and feedback.
Reverse engineering is a systematic process of analyzing existing systems or products to understand their design or redesign them. It involves creating CAD models from physical objects using techniques like 3D laser scanning or CT scanning. Reverse engineering has applications in new product design, redesign of existing products, custom product design, and modifying physical models. It is an efficient approach to significantly reduce product development time by optimizing available resources and meeting customer requirements. The reverse engineering process includes data capturing, processing measured data, CAD modeling, and creating prototypes. Common digitizing techniques are contact methods using CMM and non-contact methods like laser scanning and CT scanning.
This document discusses different types of 3D modeling including wireframe models, surface models, and solid models. It focuses on solid modeling which provides a complete, valid, and unambiguous geometric representation of physical objects. Solid models contain geometric and topological data and can be represented using constructive solid geometry (CSG) which constructs objects by combining simpler solid objects called primitives using Boolean set operations like union, intersection, and difference. CSG starts with basic primitives that are combined and recombined to model complex objects.
Solid modeling represents 3D objects on a computer by providing surfaces and filling in spaces to make objects appear solid. It allows for accurate mass property calculations, hidden surface removal, and shaded renderings. Solid models are the preferred format for CAD as they provide an unambiguous representation that can be used for simulation, analysis of properties like volume and inertia, and manufacturing. There are three main types - wireframe, surface, and solid - with solid models being the most complete representation. Solid modeling has applications in engineering, entertainment, medicine, and more.
This document provides an overview of solid modeling schemes and techniques. It discusses six common solid modeling representations: spatial enumeration, cell decomposition, boundary representation, sweep methods, primitive instancing, and constructive solid geometry. It focuses on the last three techniques, which are most commonly used in modeling packages. Constructive solid geometry uses basic shapes combined with Boolean operations. Boundary representation describes a solid using its enclosing faces, edges and vertices. The document provides examples of both techniques and discusses how solid models allow designers to determine important properties and make design changes more easily compared to other modeling types.
This document provides information about various grinding processes and concepts. It begins by classifying grinding machines and describing different types of surface grinders based on spindle position. It then discusses centerless grinding and cylindrical grinding. The document outlines factors to consider when selecting a grinding wheel, such as abrasive type and grain size. It defines terms like grain, grade, and bond type. Finally, it covers topics like truing, dressing, glazing, and wheel wear.
When it comes to learning the art and science of Catia Drafting, it is not that difficult provided you are well acquainted with the way it is really done. When it to drafting in Catia, then you can rest assured that it is not particularly difficult as such is provided that you know how to go about doing it, that is.
Lecture # 03 Design for Additive ManufacturingSolomon Tekeste
Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM)
DfAM - A generic term used to describe rules and parameters for a part design to be produced with an AM process
DfAM - is the practice of designing products to reduce or minimize manufacturing and assembly difficulties and costs,
DfAM aims
To take advantages of the unique AM technologies capabilities to design and optimize a product/component,
To utilize the characteristics of AM methods to improve the product/component functions according to the capability of the selected AM process.
In doing so, the designers should tailor their designs to maximize the advantages of AM methods, such as complex geometries and lightweight
Design Aspect and Design Consideration in AM
Design aspect
Any particular feature which can be quantified at the design phase.
Includes;
Geometric features of the part’s shape (overhangs, bores, channels, etc.)
Part’s programming parameters (layer thickness, orientation, etc.).
Design consideration
The result on the manufactured part
Specific properties of the process and quantified with certain key performance indicators.
These includes; surface roughness, accuracy, build time, etc.
Design Aspect and Design Consideration in AM
With conventional manufacturing processes, these aspects are mostly a concern for the production engineer rather than for the designer;
But, the significance of these aspects is high for the outcome in AM technologies.
3D Modeling Techniques : Types and Specific ApplicationsThePro3DStudio
3D modeling has revolutionized the design, manufacturing, research & development, and the advertising industries. With 3D modeling, it is now possible to visualize an outcome even before it is given a practical, real shape. 3D modeling allows inventors and designers to evaluate their concepts and to identify potential flaws that may lead to project failure at a later stage. These slides provide details about the various types of 3D modeling techniques and their specific uses and applications.
This document discusses additive manufacturing (AM), also known as 3D printing. It begins with an introduction to AM and its ability to manufacture 3D objects from CAD data in a layer-by-layer process without design limitations. The document then covers the basic principles of AM including modeling, printing, and finishing. It discusses various AM processes like fused deposition modeling, selective laser sintering, and stereolithography. Advantages of AM over machining are provided along with applications in industries like automotive and aerospace. Barriers to AM adoption like slow build rates and high costs are also mentioned.
The document discusses the Initial Graphics Exchange Specification (IGES) format, which is a neutral file format used for CAD data exchange between different software packages. It describes the key components of an IGES file, including the start section, global section, directory entry section, parameter data section, and terminal section. The global section provides metadata about the file. The directory entry and parameter data sections define the geometric entities using parameters. Common entities that can be represented include lines, circles, surfaces of revolution. IGES aims to enable translation between different CAD systems by providing a common format for exchange of geometry and topology data.
CATIA is a 3D CAD software created by Dassault Systèmes. It is used in industries like aerospace, automotive, and shipbuilding. CATIA allows users to create 3D models of parts and assemblies. It provides tools for sketching, part design, sheet metal design, and more. Key features include the specification tree to view a part's design history, assembly design tools to combine parts while defining relationships and constraints, and surface modeling tools for complex shapes.
Additive manufacturing file formats or 3D file formatsAmolGilorkar
STL is the most commonly used 3D file format. But due to its limitations many file formats are developed such as AMF, OBJ, 3MF, VRML etc. In this ppt i discuss STL and AMF file formats only in brief.
Representation of curves using cubic polynomials, Hermite form, Bezier form; Surface modelling representations and Solid modelling using B-Rep and CSG techniques are presented in this slide.
We can accelerates design and drawings with cad modelling, which saves time and development costs, and mainly boost productivity with 3d Solid Modeling capabilities using 3d Design software or 3d drawing preparation.
This document is a manual for the CNC lab at B.L.D.E.A’S S S M Polytechnic in Vijayapur, compiled by S.D. Patil. It introduces numerical control and CNC machines, describes coordinate systems for drilling, milling, and turning operations. It also covers dimensioning systems, preparatory functions (G-codes), miscellaneous functions (M-codes), and provides examples of turning programs for operations like simple turning, step turning, and taper turning.
Okay, let's calculate the center of pressure step-by-step:
1) Calculate Lx, Ly for each element using the given dimensions
2) Sum Lx = 6.25 + 9.25 + 7 + 5 + 4.25 + 1 = 32.75
3) Sum Ly = 25 + 7.05 + 12.8 + 12.5 + 4.5 + 1.57 = 63.42
4) X (distance from axis YY) = Sum Lx / Sum L = 32.75 / 32.75 = 2.5
5) Y (distance from axis XX) = Sum Ly / Sum L = 63.42 / 32.75 = 1.94
This document provides an overview and review of techniques for slicing 3D models in Cura and ensuring successful prints. It discusses navigating Cura's interface, repairing models, using preview mode to check for issues, strategies for print time and quality like orientation and supports, and troubleshooting common printing problems. The document aims to equip users with best practices for preparing models in Cura for optimal and feasible 3D prints.
This document provides tips and techniques for troubleshooting 3D printing issues in Cura, including how to move, scale, rotate, and mirror objects; use layer view to check for first layer issues or missing details; increase line width or horizontal expansion to prevent missing walls; add supports or increase infill to strengthen weak points; check for bridging or overhang capabilities; and use the 3D Builder app to repair modeling issues. The document demonstrates how to optimize object placement, orientation, and settings in Cura to improve print quality and success.
1. Netfabb is a free software that can be used to validate and repair STL files before 3D printing. It checks for errors like holes, naked edges, and inverted triangles.
2. Netfabb allows users to measure, scale, rotate, and split STL files. It also has automatic and manual repair tools to fix issues found during validation.
3. When using Netfabb, users should check that each part is in a separate file, files are the correct size, parts are correctly scaled and oriented, wall thicknesses are adequate, and support structures are added if needed. Any errors identified during validation should be repaired before 3D printing.
This document provides an overview of 3D printing and additive manufacturing. It discusses the core technologies used in additive manufacturing, including extrusion deposition, granular material binding, photopolymerization, and lamination. It describes how additive manufacturing works by building 3D objects layer by layer from a digital file. The document highlights applications in industries like automotive, aerospace, medical, and more. It also discusses advantages like reduced waste and materials usage compared to traditional manufacturing.
Fusion 360 is a 3D CAD, CAM, and CAE tool that enables conceptual modeling, mechanical drawings, rendering, animations, CAM, and simulation in a single cloud-based platform accessible on both Mac and PC. The one day workshop introduces Fusion 360's capabilities like 2D and 3D modeling, free form sculpting, creating joints and motion, rendering, simulation, and provides opportunities for hands-on use and feedback.
Reverse engineering is a systematic process of analyzing existing systems or products to understand their design or redesign them. It involves creating CAD models from physical objects using techniques like 3D laser scanning or CT scanning. Reverse engineering has applications in new product design, redesign of existing products, custom product design, and modifying physical models. It is an efficient approach to significantly reduce product development time by optimizing available resources and meeting customer requirements. The reverse engineering process includes data capturing, processing measured data, CAD modeling, and creating prototypes. Common digitizing techniques are contact methods using CMM and non-contact methods like laser scanning and CT scanning.
This document discusses different types of 3D modeling including wireframe models, surface models, and solid models. It focuses on solid modeling which provides a complete, valid, and unambiguous geometric representation of physical objects. Solid models contain geometric and topological data and can be represented using constructive solid geometry (CSG) which constructs objects by combining simpler solid objects called primitives using Boolean set operations like union, intersection, and difference. CSG starts with basic primitives that are combined and recombined to model complex objects.
Solid modeling represents 3D objects on a computer by providing surfaces and filling in spaces to make objects appear solid. It allows for accurate mass property calculations, hidden surface removal, and shaded renderings. Solid models are the preferred format for CAD as they provide an unambiguous representation that can be used for simulation, analysis of properties like volume and inertia, and manufacturing. There are three main types - wireframe, surface, and solid - with solid models being the most complete representation. Solid modeling has applications in engineering, entertainment, medicine, and more.
This document provides an overview of solid modeling schemes and techniques. It discusses six common solid modeling representations: spatial enumeration, cell decomposition, boundary representation, sweep methods, primitive instancing, and constructive solid geometry. It focuses on the last three techniques, which are most commonly used in modeling packages. Constructive solid geometry uses basic shapes combined with Boolean operations. Boundary representation describes a solid using its enclosing faces, edges and vertices. The document provides examples of both techniques and discusses how solid models allow designers to determine important properties and make design changes more easily compared to other modeling types.
This document provides information about various grinding processes and concepts. It begins by classifying grinding machines and describing different types of surface grinders based on spindle position. It then discusses centerless grinding and cylindrical grinding. The document outlines factors to consider when selecting a grinding wheel, such as abrasive type and grain size. It defines terms like grain, grade, and bond type. Finally, it covers topics like truing, dressing, glazing, and wheel wear.
When it comes to learning the art and science of Catia Drafting, it is not that difficult provided you are well acquainted with the way it is really done. When it to drafting in Catia, then you can rest assured that it is not particularly difficult as such is provided that you know how to go about doing it, that is.
Lecture # 03 Design for Additive ManufacturingSolomon Tekeste
Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM)
DfAM - A generic term used to describe rules and parameters for a part design to be produced with an AM process
DfAM - is the practice of designing products to reduce or minimize manufacturing and assembly difficulties and costs,
DfAM aims
To take advantages of the unique AM technologies capabilities to design and optimize a product/component,
To utilize the characteristics of AM methods to improve the product/component functions according to the capability of the selected AM process.
In doing so, the designers should tailor their designs to maximize the advantages of AM methods, such as complex geometries and lightweight
Design Aspect and Design Consideration in AM
Design aspect
Any particular feature which can be quantified at the design phase.
Includes;
Geometric features of the part’s shape (overhangs, bores, channels, etc.)
Part’s programming parameters (layer thickness, orientation, etc.).
Design consideration
The result on the manufactured part
Specific properties of the process and quantified with certain key performance indicators.
These includes; surface roughness, accuracy, build time, etc.
Design Aspect and Design Consideration in AM
With conventional manufacturing processes, these aspects are mostly a concern for the production engineer rather than for the designer;
But, the significance of these aspects is high for the outcome in AM technologies.
3D Modeling Techniques : Types and Specific ApplicationsThePro3DStudio
3D modeling has revolutionized the design, manufacturing, research & development, and the advertising industries. With 3D modeling, it is now possible to visualize an outcome even before it is given a practical, real shape. 3D modeling allows inventors and designers to evaluate their concepts and to identify potential flaws that may lead to project failure at a later stage. These slides provide details about the various types of 3D modeling techniques and their specific uses and applications.
This document discusses additive manufacturing (AM), also known as 3D printing. It begins with an introduction to AM and its ability to manufacture 3D objects from CAD data in a layer-by-layer process without design limitations. The document then covers the basic principles of AM including modeling, printing, and finishing. It discusses various AM processes like fused deposition modeling, selective laser sintering, and stereolithography. Advantages of AM over machining are provided along with applications in industries like automotive and aerospace. Barriers to AM adoption like slow build rates and high costs are also mentioned.
The document discusses the Initial Graphics Exchange Specification (IGES) format, which is a neutral file format used for CAD data exchange between different software packages. It describes the key components of an IGES file, including the start section, global section, directory entry section, parameter data section, and terminal section. The global section provides metadata about the file. The directory entry and parameter data sections define the geometric entities using parameters. Common entities that can be represented include lines, circles, surfaces of revolution. IGES aims to enable translation between different CAD systems by providing a common format for exchange of geometry and topology data.
CATIA is a 3D CAD software created by Dassault Systèmes. It is used in industries like aerospace, automotive, and shipbuilding. CATIA allows users to create 3D models of parts and assemblies. It provides tools for sketching, part design, sheet metal design, and more. Key features include the specification tree to view a part's design history, assembly design tools to combine parts while defining relationships and constraints, and surface modeling tools for complex shapes.
Additive manufacturing file formats or 3D file formatsAmolGilorkar
STL is the most commonly used 3D file format. But due to its limitations many file formats are developed such as AMF, OBJ, 3MF, VRML etc. In this ppt i discuss STL and AMF file formats only in brief.
Representation of curves using cubic polynomials, Hermite form, Bezier form; Surface modelling representations and Solid modelling using B-Rep and CSG techniques are presented in this slide.
We can accelerates design and drawings with cad modelling, which saves time and development costs, and mainly boost productivity with 3d Solid Modeling capabilities using 3d Design software or 3d drawing preparation.
This document is a manual for the CNC lab at B.L.D.E.A’S S S M Polytechnic in Vijayapur, compiled by S.D. Patil. It introduces numerical control and CNC machines, describes coordinate systems for drilling, milling, and turning operations. It also covers dimensioning systems, preparatory functions (G-codes), miscellaneous functions (M-codes), and provides examples of turning programs for operations like simple turning, step turning, and taper turning.
Okay, let's calculate the center of pressure step-by-step:
1) Calculate Lx, Ly for each element using the given dimensions
2) Sum Lx = 6.25 + 9.25 + 7 + 5 + 4.25 + 1 = 32.75
3) Sum Ly = 25 + 7.05 + 12.8 + 12.5 + 4.5 + 1.57 = 63.42
4) X (distance from axis YY) = Sum Lx / Sum L = 32.75 / 32.75 = 2.5
5) Y (distance from axis XX) = Sum Ly / Sum L = 63.42 / 32.75 = 1.94
This document provides an overview and review of techniques for slicing 3D models in Cura and ensuring successful prints. It discusses navigating Cura's interface, repairing models, using preview mode to check for issues, strategies for print time and quality like orientation and supports, and troubleshooting common printing problems. The document aims to equip users with best practices for preparing models in Cura for optimal and feasible 3D prints.
This document provides tips and techniques for troubleshooting 3D printing issues in Cura, including how to move, scale, rotate, and mirror objects; use layer view to check for first layer issues or missing details; increase line width or horizontal expansion to prevent missing walls; add supports or increase infill to strengthen weak points; check for bridging or overhang capabilities; and use the 3D Builder app to repair modeling issues. The document demonstrates how to optimize object placement, orientation, and settings in Cura to improve print quality and success.
This document provides instructions for using a MakerBot Replicator 2 Desktop 3D Printer. It describes how to level the build plate, load and unload filament, use MakerWare software to prepare files for printing, and optimal ways to orient models. Key steps include leveling the build plate using adjustment knobs, loading filament by feeding it through the guide tube and into the heated extruder, using MakerWare to scale, position and support models as needed, and selecting print settings before exporting files to the SD card for printing.
If your model has an overhang or a bridge which is not supported by anything below, you may need to use 3D printing support structures so as to be able to print it.
www.makenica.com
This document provides instructions for navigating and customizing Windows 7 settings, accessories, and gadgets. It covers how to explore the Control Panel, set the date and time, modify appearance settings like themes and window colors, use accessories like Calculator and Sticky Notes, review firewall settings, manage Windows updates, get help, and use gadgets. Key tasks include setting the display resolution and time zone, personalizing colors and themes, checking firewall status, and adding clocks and calendars as desktop gadgets.
This document outlines 60 tips for using Autodesk Inventor in 60 minutes. It provides tips for basic interface settings, sketch techniques, assembly tips, drawing tips, and more. The tips are from an expert instructor who has taught Inventor for many years. Attendees of the session will learn powerful sketching, modeling, and assembly strategies to maximize their use of Inventor back in their own classrooms.
This document provides instructions for creating a layout template in CorelDRAW for a barrel-fold brochure with three panels. The steps include setting the page size to A4 landscape, adding guidelines to divide the page into three equal sections, creating master layers for bleed areas and printing margins, setting up 3mm bleeds and 12mm print margins using rectangles, and saving the finished layout as a template for a tri-fold barrel brochure.
This document provides guidance on 3D printing at CityTech, including an introduction to 3D printing, eligibility requirements, model requirements, and instructions for preparing models in Rhino for 3D printing. Key steps include ensuring models have unified surface normals, a minimum thickness of 1/8", are watertight with no gaps or holes, and are exported as an STL file with a tolerance of 0.001 inches for 3D printing. The document provides tips for adding thickness, checking and repairing meshes, exporting models, and optimal Rhino settings for 3D printing models.
This document provides an overview of AutoCAD software and basic drafting techniques. It discusses how AutoCAD can be used to design and draft objects in 3D space. It also describes key AutoCAD interface elements and commands for drawing lines, offsetting, trimming, inserting blocks, applying hatch patterns, and moving/mirroring objects. The document aims to introduce fundamental drafting skills in AutoCAD through a tutorial example of creating orthographic projections of a sports hall design.
This document provides instructions for creating a layout template for a barrel-fold brochure in CorelDRAW. The tutorial explains how to set up the page properties, add guidelines to divide the pages, create master layers for bleed areas and printing margins, and save the finished layout as a template. Key steps include changing the page orientation and size, adding rectangles to represent folds and margins, and using mathematical operators to precisely position and size elements.
This document provides instructions for creating a layout template for a barrel-fold brochure in CorelDRAW. The tutorial explains how to set up the page properties, add guidelines to divide the pages, create master layers for bleed areas and printing margins, and save the finished layout as a template. Key steps include changing the page orientation and size, adding rectangles to represent folds and margins, and using mathematical operators to precisely position and size elements.
1) The document provides instructions for using Repetier-Host software to operate a 3D printer. It discusses installation of the software, loading models, slicing models, and basic printer operations like preheating, filament installation, and platform adjustment.
2) The document also covers more advanced topics like double extruder settings and calibration of individual printer axes. It provides guidance on issues that may arise and includes an interface overview.
3) Finally, the document discusses the printing process, starting and pausing prints, and basic troubleshooting for issues like a blocked nozzle. It aims to equip users with the knowledge to successfully operate their 3D printer using Repetier-Host software.
This document provides instructions for using PreForm, a proprietary 3D print preparation software. It describes the main sections and tools in PreForm, including the model setup area, print prep tools, job setup/options, job details, printability check, and layer slider bar. It then guides the user through the print preparation process, including importing a model, orienting it, adding supports, arranging the model layout, and finally sending it to print. The goal is to optimize the model orientation and add enough supports to ensure a successful print.
Blender and Bezier Curves for 3D PrintingVickyTGAW
This document provides an overview of using Blender and Bézier curves for 3D printing. It begins with an introduction to the author and her experience with 3D modeling and printing. It then discusses how 3D printing requires a 3D model and introduces Blender as a free and open-source 3D modeling software. The document proceeds to guide the reader through Blender's interface and how to navigate, select objects, and interact with objects. It focuses on using Bézier curves to create shapes and explains how to convert curves to a mesh that can be 3D printed. The document also covers importing images, text, and SVG files as well as exporting an STL file for 3D printing. It concludes with recommendations for learning more
The document provides instructions for using a Makerbot Replicator 2X 3D printer. It describes how to level the build plate, load and unload filament, use the Makerware software to prepare files for printing including orientation, scaling and dual extrusion. It also provides tips for prepping the build surface with ABS slurry, removing prints, installing new Kapton tape, and using an acetone vapor bath to smooth prints.
This document provides an overview of 3D modeling options for 3D printing, including Tinkercad, OpenSCAD, Blender, and SculptGL. It discusses considerations for 3D model design such as sizing, positioning, and detail sizing. It then covers the basic functions of Tinkercad such as adding shapes, moving objects, rotating, resizing, grouping, and holes. For OpenSCAD, it explains how to use primitive shapes, 2D objects like text, importing STL files, and transformations like translating, rotating, and resizing objects. It also introduces constructive solid geometry operations in OpenSCAD like union, difference, and intersection.
This document provides an overview of troubleshooting 3D printing issues for the JellyBOX 3D printer. It covers lubricating parts, cleaning the printer, loading and unloading filament, adjusting the first layer, strategies for clearing clogs, replacing parts like the hot end, adjusting belt tension, tuning Cura profiles, and using the print management app. Images and links are provided to demonstrate each topic.
3D printing requires a 3D model and slicing software. The presenter discusses 3D modeling with Tinkercad and slicing with Cura. Key topics covered include:
- 3D modeling basics like shapes, moving, rotating, resizing objects in Tinkercad
- Exporting models as STL files for 3D printing
- Slicing models in Cura, including settings for quality, infill, supports, and adhesion
- Using preview mode in Cura to check for first layer issues, overhangs needing supports, and potential loss of small details
The presentation provides an overview of the basic 3D modeling and slicing workflow needed to prepare files for 3D printing.
This presentation provides an overview of troubleshooting 3D printers and the JellyBOX printer anatomy. It discusses lubricating smooth rods and lead screws, cleaning the PEI bed and hot end components, loading and unloading filament, adjusting live z-height for the first layer, strategies for clearing clogs, replacing the hot end, tightening belts, tuning Cura profiles, and using the print management app. The goal is to help users fine tune their JellyBOX printer and troubleshoot common issues.
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Webinar Recording: https://www.panagenda.com/webinars/hcl-notes-und-domino-lizenzkostenreduzierung-in-der-welt-von-dlau/
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- Praxisbeispiele und Best Practices zum sofortigen Umsetzen
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Generating privacy-protected synthetic data using Secludy and Milvus
Slicing with Cura - 2022.pptx
1. Slicing with Cura
Vicky Somma
vicky@tgaw.com
This slideshow is available at https://www.slideshare.net/VickyTGAW/slicing-with-cura-2022pptx
Steven Langerholc
steven.langerholc@fairfaxcounty.gov
John McGillvray
john.mcgillvray@fairfaxcounty.gov
Sunny Carito
sunny.carito@fairfaxcounty.gov
David Newhall
dnewhall@gmail.com
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2. Overview of the Session
● Quick Review – Cura Interface
● Quick Review - Repairing Models
● Preview Mode and Print Feasibility
● Things to Look For After Printing
● Post-Processing Scripts
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3. Note on Cura Differences
Depending on the edition or version of Cura you have, the icons and terminology
can have some differences. For example, “Shell” instead of “Walls”
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4. Review - Navigating
Scroll Up to Zoom In
Scroll Down to Zoom Out
Hold Scroll Wheel to Pan
Hold Right Mouse Button to Rotate View
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5. Review – Cura Adjustment Tools
MOVE
● Fit more on build plate
● Avoid any bed issues
● Correct first layer inconsistencies
SCALE
● Correct any units or sizing issues
● Adjust for better detailing
● Scale down for faster prints
MIRROR
● Print two back to back designs for ornaments
● Fixing modeling oversights- Cookie cutters and
stamps need to be backwards.
ROTATE
● Fix orientation issues
● Fit more items on build plate
● Minimize support
Learn More - https://support.ultimaker.com/hc/en-us/sections/360003607779-Adjustment-tools
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6. Cura - Right Click Menu
You can right-click on your imported 3D Models to get a menu of additional options
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7. Cura – Getting to Settings
By clicking on the three line icons next to search settings (if necessary click on
“Custom >” first), you can control how many settings you see in Cura.
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8. Cura – Getting to Settings
Don’t know exactly where a setting
you are looking for is? Search for it!
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9. Cura – Getting to Settings
Hovering your mouse over
a setting will give you an
explanation
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10. Review - Fixing Modeling Issues with 3D Builder
If you suspect there are model issues Cura is not fixing, Windows 10 includes the
free 3D Builder tool.
1. Click Add
2. Click Load Object
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12. Fixing Modeling Issues with 3D Builder
4. A progress bar keeps
you abreast of the
processing.
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13. Fixing Modeling Issues with 3D Builder
5. Click on the model to
select it.
6. Click Save as
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14. Fixing Modeling Issues with 3D Builder
7. Set the Save as type to
“STL format (*.stl)” and
hit Save
8. Hit Save again on the
warning prompt.
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15. Checking For Issues Before Printing
Some things can be spotted in “Prepare” mode. Cura helps with color-coding if
objects are too big as well as highlighting tough overhangs and model errors.
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16. Review – Preview Mode
Scrolls bars allow you to drill down and up through the layers. If you want to
glimpse something from below you can pull the bottom of the scroll bar up.
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17. Preview Mode – Color Scheme
Changing the Color Scheme can give better visuals. For example if you are
trying to read details, you might like the single shade coloring of “Material Color”
mode. If you are looking at overhangs, the different colors of “Line Type”
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18. Preview Mode – Print Feasibility
Expected Print Time
Can this print be completed in the workday?
First Layer
How does that first layer look?
Is there a good base on that first layer?
Is everything you expect to touch, touching the bed?
Should a brim or raft be added to increase the contact
area/foundation?
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19. Preview Mode – Print Feasibility
Missing Details and Walls
Rotate around the whole object to examine it from all
sides. Are there any missing details or walls?
Unattached and orphaned parts
Sometimes you’ll find parts floating and unattached to the
rest of the piece. It could be a part way off to the side.
Hint: Support material may be obscuring issues.
Unchecking “Helpers” in Color Scheme
window will let you get a better look
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20. Layer View – Print Feasibility
Delicate, Fast Layers
Keep an eye out for layers that are so small they will print quickly in succession after each
other. Those warrant some attention because the filament may not be able to cool before it
starts the next layer. Overheating can cause small, fine details to warp or be distorted.
An example would be a spire top to a church model.
Overhangs
Zoom in and peek at the overhangs of the piece. Does each layer seem to have a good
foundation below it to build off of? Tough overhangs could lead to drooping and curling in
the piece. Curling could be particularly troublesome if your nozzle knocks it.
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21. Strategies to Decrease Print Time
Make the object smaller with the
Scale tool.
Increase Layer Height
Decrease Infill % or change the
Infill Pattern (Concentric is the
fastest)
Repair the Model (It could take out
some inefficiencies or odd internal
geometry the printer doesn’t need to
worry about)
Send to a printer or branch with a larger
nozzle size (0.6mm prints faster than
0.4mm)
Increase printing speed (in Cura or on
the JellyBox LCD)
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22. Strategies to Decrease Print Time
Reflect on Orientation – taller objects mean more layers and take more time.
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23. Strategies to Help with First Layers
● Use the Move tool to move the item down (by decreasing the Z coordinate) to
ensure better contact. Anything under the print bed gets ignored.
Note: Later Versions of Cura,
you might have to uncheck
“Drop Down Model”
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24. Strategies to Help with First Layers
● Use the Rotate to a put a better side on the bed
-or-
better place on the current side.
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25. Strategies to Help with First Layers
● For items with low contact area on the bed (particularly tall, wobbly items),
consider a Brim or a Raft in the Bed Adhesion settings.
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26. Review – Brim Versus Raft
Brim prints extra perimeters/outlines outside of your first layer
Raft prints a multiple layer platform first and then your object on top of it.
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27. Strategies to Help Details and Missing Walls
● Scale the object bigger
● For vertical detailing, decrease the layer height
● Under Shell (or Walls), check the Print Thin Walls settings
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28. Strategies to Help Details and Missing Walls
● Under Shell (or Walls) setting increase the Horizontal Expansion value
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29. Strategies to Help Details and Missing Walls
● Try to repair the model. Oddities in
“Face Normals” can also confuse the
slicer and cause things to disappear.
Face Normals – all the
surfaces of your object
have an inside and an
outside.
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30. Strategies to Help Details and Missing Walls
● Consider the orientation. The Layer Height is often smaller than the Line
Width (which is close to the nozzle size). As a result, you’ll get better
detailing on vertical faces.
Photo Credit: Desktop Makes
These prints by Desktop Makes
are both the same 3D Model.
The one on the left was printed
upright. The one on the right
was printed flat on the bed.
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31. Strategies for Unorphaned or Unattached Parts
● Send the part back to the patron for corrections (Recommended )
● Import the part into Tinkercad and add extra geometry to connect things
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32. Strategies for Unorphaned or Unattached Parts
● You can also install and use the “Mesh Tools” Plug-In in Cura to “Split
model into parts”. This allows you to move, rotate and reposition the
individual parts to optimize their printing. You can also delete what you don’t
need.
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33. Using Mesh Tools to Split Parts
Under Marketplace, you can install Mesh Tools
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34. Using Mesh Tools to Split Parts
Once Mesh Tools is installed, you can right click on the part and select Mesh
Tools->Split models into parts.
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36. Strategies for Prints with Fast, Delicate Sections
● Lower extruder temperature
● Allow more cooling by slowing down layers
under the Cooling Settings:
● If the layer is going to print slower
than the Minimum Layer Time, the
printer will slow down its printing
speed.
● As a safeguard to making sure the
printer doesn’t go too slow, a
Minimum Speed is defined.
● The Lift Head checkbox tells the
printer to lift the extruder off the print
and wait if the Layer Time is too
short.
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37. Strategies for Prints with Fast, Delicate Sections
-OR-
● Print multiple copies at once or with other models that are just as tall. The
printer working on those other pieces naturally give the layers time to cool.
You can also consider placing those pieces farther apart on the print bed so
the nozzle has to spend more time traveling.
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38. Strategies for Overhangs
● Learn your printer’s capabilities– print on it, get to know it. Consider some
calibration or “torture test” models.
#3DBenchy by CreativeTools
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:763622
Mini All in One 3D Printer Test by majda107
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2806295
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39. When Supports Can Be Turned Off
● The printer can handle small gaps (bridging) unassisted.
● Small embossed details
● Areas with good contact area below it
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41. Strategies for Overhangs
● Think about orientation. Is there a way to rotate the print so the overhangs are
less severe?
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42. Strategies for Overhangs
● Decrease your layer height. Smaller layer heights typically do better on
overhangs than big layers
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43. Strategies for Overhangs
● If curling is expected, consider adding a small value to the “Z Hop When
Retracted” setting under Travel. This raises the nozzle up as it travels
keeping it from hitting or scraping against your object. This is helpful if you
expect to have some overhangs curling up.
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45. Strategies for Overhangs – Make Overhangs
Printable
Under Experimental settings, Cura has a
“Make Overhangs Printable” checkbox.
This will change the shape of the model
when it slices to make the overhangs less
severe.
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46. Strategies for Overhangs – Make Overhangs
Printable
The model changes are visible in Preview mode.
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47. Support Structure Setting
Normal – the supports drop
straight down from the area from
the overhanging section
Tree – The supports aren’t a
straight tower. Instead, they
branch out to minimize contact
with the print while maximizing
contact with the build plate.
Photo Credit: Ultimaker
● Add Supports.
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48. Support Placement Setting
Everywhere – The supports can start from
the buildplate, but also from the object itself.
Touching Buildplate– the supports only start
from the build plate / printer bed. If an area
needs a support and that structure does not
reach the bed by going straight down, it is not
supported.
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49. Support Blockers
Cura lets you define support-free areas by placing “support blockers” on your model. This allows you to
prevent supports in areas that wouldn’t need it or in areas where it would be cumbersome to clean up.
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50. Supports - Use Towers
Supports can fail too, particularly tall, thin supports. For tiny overhang areas, the
Use Towers setting will tell Cura to make a larger diameter for the support to
give it more stability.
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51. Troubleshooting Issues After Printing
● Strength Issues
● Ghosting
● Blobs/Zits/Seams
● Puckering in Top Layer
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52. Increasing Strength for Weak Points
Model is printing, but breaking. Thin areas near supports may need extra strength
to survive cleanup.
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53. Increasing Strength for Weak Points
● Consider increasing your Wall Line Count (or Wall Thickness) in the Walls
(or Shell) section.
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54. Increasing Strength for Weak Points
● Consider increasing Infill Density (Under the Infill section)
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55. Increasing Strength for Weak Points
● Change the Infill Pattern (Gyroid is reportedly the strongest)
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56. Increasing Strength for Weak Points
● Check Alternate Extra Wall under Wall (or Shell) Settings
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57. Increasing Strength for Weak Points
Other quick notes:
● Orientation can matter
● If it seems like a bonding issue (how well the layers are sticking to each other),
we may want to look at temperatures and flow.
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59. Troubleshooting - Ghosting
Learn More about Ghosting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaFp6Eqk0QI
Lower the vibrations of the machine:
● Make sure the machine is on a
sturdy surface
● Make sure the machine frame is
rigid (add braces or shock
absorbers)
● Slow down the print to
decrease vibrations.
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60. Troubleshooting - Blobs and Zits
Little blobs and zits on the outside of the print.
● Change retraction and coasting settings
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61. Troubleshooting - Blobs and Zits
-OR-
Control where the “seam” is.
○ Random
○ Fastest
○ User Defined
○ Sharpest Corner
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62. Troubleshooting - Puckering Or Gaps in Top Layer
Can happen with too few Top Layers
over too low of Infill.
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63. Troubleshooting - Puckering Or Gaps in Top Layer
● Under the Shell (or Top/Bottom)
section:
○ Increase Top Layers / Top
Thickness under the Shell (or
Top/Bottom) section
● Under the Infill section
○ Increase Infill Density
○ Increase Overlap between Infill and
Perimeters
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64. Post-Processing Scripts
When we slice, we make a text-based “gcode” file filled with instructions for the
printer. Post-Processing scripts lets us add extra actions/instructions to that file.
We can use this to display extra information on our LCD or pausing for a color
change.
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67. Post-Processing Scripts
● Select the script (in this case “Filament Change”) and fill in the details such
as the Layer you would like to do the change at. How do you know the
Layer? Check Preview mode!
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68. Post-Processing Scripts
● The Post-Processing scripts stick around until you remove them. You’ll be
reminded there is a Post-Processing script in place by a </> icon next to the
Slice button.
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69. Learning More
● Adjustment Tools section on Ultimaker Cura’s site
https://support.ultimaker.com/hc/en-us/sections/360003607779-Adjustment-
tools
● Print Settings section on Ultimaker Cura’s site
https://support.ultimaker.com/hc/en-us/sections/360003548619-Print-settings
● Chuck Hellebuyck’s Cura Tips and Tricks Playlist
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=su_m5zV9rvA&list=PLRFPlUhDTTlm0Aq
W9EGhxglCt_OKvAwxI
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