Prototyping with 3D Models
Students explore how 3D modeling can be used to prototype solutions for real-world problems, considering design constraints.
Key Questions
- Explain how 3D modeling can be used to test ideas before building them physically.
- Evaluate the challenges of translating a 3D digital model into a physical object (e.g., 3D printing).
- Design a 3D prototype for a solution to a local community problem (e.g., a new playground feature).
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