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- Launch ideaMaker
- Click "Import Models"
- Select your STL file(s)*
- Click on each model and ensure there are no errors listed in the bottom right for each part
- Errors will be identified by a color change in the part
- White means good to go
- Red is warning that the model may have an issue printing
- If you run into errors, we recommend returning to your source file within Rhino to correct the problem
- Non-manifold edges are a common issue
- We won't print an .idea file with red/warning warnings on the models
- E-mail trig@utexas.edu if you run into issues with this step
- If you run into errors, we recommend returning to your source file within Rhino to correct the problem
- White means good to go
- Errors will be identified by a color change in the part
- Verify the scale
- Scaling models will always be on the submitter
- Orient your models
- We are looking for a stable footprint to start the print
- For example, a side that is flat or without major details should be face-down
- The technology lab will use additional support pillars to ensure a successful print when doing something like a Sphere or more unconventional shapes
- When you're done adding and orientation parts
- Select "File"
- Click "Save Idea File As"
- Make sure to use the naming syntax available on our wiki**
- Now you're ready to submit your file(s)!
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