Robinson, Peg,

3D materials and construction possibilities / Peg Robinson. - First edition. - New York : Cavendish Square Publishing, 2018. - 1 online resource (128 pages) : color illustrations. - Project learning with 3D printing Gale eBooks . - Project learning with 3D printing. .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Expanding uses -- Plastics -- Metals -- Biomaterials -- Unusual materials.

Most students will work with a plastic when making things with a 3D printer, but that is only scratching the surface of materials that can be used in these machines. This book takes a look at the different materials that can be used by 3D printers, what those materials can make, and the advantages and disadvantages for each.

9781502631473


Three dimensional materials and construction possibilities.
Three-dimensional printing--Juvenile literature.
Manufacturing processes--Juvenile literature.

TS171.95 / .R63 2018