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Summary
This final blueprint explored techniques for modeling 3D objects to fit when 3D
printed. Measuring tools such as calipers are valuable aids to any 3D modeler, and
using a scanner and ink pad is a clever technique to capture complex objects' shape,
provided they have a flat side that can be used like a stamp. The grid paper method
is a useful method that works in a surprising number of cases.
Perhaps, one day 3D scanners will be as ubiquitous as their 2D counterparts, but
until that day finding ways to transfer real space into the digital space is a problem
that will challenge 3D designers. Being creative about making accurate measurement
will continue to be a rewarding challenge.
With this last technique, there should be nothing we need for designing objects for
3D printing. Congratulate yourself, you are now a 3D designer. Now the challenges
are yours. Find objects that you want to make and model them, if you haven't
already started. Find a need and fill it with a plastic object. Join an online community
of designers such as Thingiverse and share your designs with others. Learn from
their projects and models, continue to grow, and happy modeling!
