3D Printing Flashcard

Front

What does CAM stand for?

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Computer Aided Manufacturing

Front

What type of file format is usually used with 3D printing? Options: .eps, .stl, .skp, .cdr

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.stl

Front

What product is not a common 3D printing application: Alternative Food, Replacement Parts, Toys, Clothing?

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Clothing

Front

Which category represents the highest demand for 3D printing? Options: Fashion, Educational, Engineering and Design, Medical

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Engineering and Design

Front

What do you call the material used in 3D printing?

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filament

Front

A program used to transition a model from a CAD program to a 3D CAM program is known as a __________ program.

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Slicer

Front

To enhance plate adhesion so your model doesn't move around you may have to add what is known as a ___________? underneath the model.

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Raft

Front

If your model has large overhangs that risk drooping then you should add ________ within the CAM program.

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Supports

Front

How long your model takes to print is greatly affected by its ________?

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Fill Rate

Front

A model at 50% fill rate that is approximately a 4" solid cube will take about how long?

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8 hours