Recently, Studica started offering Chief Architect for education. Chief Architect is a CAD program that makes it incredibly easy to design a building from scratch. I recently had the opportunity to sit down with the program and learn my way around it. One of the big new features in Chief Architect X6 is the ability to export your model as … Read More
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What was once reserved for Science Fiction is now more affordable that an iPad. 3D printing is upon us. A question that always comes up from educators is “how do I incorporate this into my existing course requirements?” Teachers always wonder how to bring a 3d printer into their classrooms and their students. Yet many have used the same tools … Read More
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With the advent of affordable 3d printers like the DaVinci 1.0 (costs less than $500 in the USA), Studica wanted to see how this technology can best benefit education. We are always looking for ways to help our education customers marry new technologies with their teaching goals to help create a stronger learning experience for students. We knew that with this new level … Read More
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We’ve discussed 3d printing before, the process of creating digital models (such as those created with 3ds Max or other 3D modeling software) and turning them into a three-dimensional solid object using a process of successive layers. But it’s the holiday season, let’s talk about all the fun items you can make with your 3d printer for a more festive … Read More
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Simply defined 3D printing is the process of creating a three dimensional solid object from a digital model. Basically, its the same concept of printing as when you print word documents off your computer. The difference is that instead of paper you are using building materials like PLA or ABS plastics. Instead of getting a piece of paper you are … Read More
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To take the concept a bit further, the site also lists what they call an ‘FTIStrap’, which is a RepStrap built almost entirely of fischertechnik parts, with only some additional items which are readily available in many local stores, and the whole thing can usually be constructed within a single working day.
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