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3D Printing Terms and Hardware
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Students will learn about how a 3D printer works, different types of filament, and important terms
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What does the filament spool holder do?
It controls the printer's movements
It displays the printer's settings
It holds the filament spool and allows smooth unrolling
It melts the filament
2
What is the primary benefit of using 3D printing for prosthetic limbs?
They are made from plastic
They are cheaper than traditional methods
They can be custom-made for each individual
They are lighter than regular limbs
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What does the control board do in a 3D printer?
It interprets commands and controls the printer's components
It melts the filament
It displays the printed object
It holds the filament spool
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Which of the following materials is commonly used as filament in 3D printing?
Metal
PLA
Paper
Wood
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What is the function of the hot end in a 3D printer?
To melt the filament at high temperatures
To cool down the printed object
To control the printer's movements
To hold the filament spool
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What does interactive art involve?
The viewer's participation
Traditional painting methods
Only digital designs
Only the artist's participation
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Which 3D printing method uses melted plastic string?
SLA
FDM
PETG
SLS
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What is the main purpose of the frame is a 3D printer?
To melt the filament
To provide structural support and stability
To hold the filament spool
To display the printed object
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What is a unique property of TPU?
It is flexible and stretchy
It is very strong
It is made from plants
It is used for making tools
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What is the main purpose of 3D printing?
To create digital designs
To make copies of existing items
To print on paper
To produce real objects from digital designs
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Why would a user want an LCD screen or controller knob on a 3D printer?
To cool the printed object
To manually adjust settings without a computer
To increase the printing speed
To hold the filament spool
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How does the choice of filament affect the final printed object?
It only affects the printing speed
They can change the object's strength, flexibility, and appearance
It only affects the color of the object
It doesn't affect the object at all
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How do stepper motors contribute to the printing process?
They melt the filament
They provide power to the printer
They move the extruder and build plate accurately
They cool the printed object
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What is the role of slicer software in 3D printing?
To cool the printed object
To create the 3D model
To convert models into printable instructions (G-code)
To hold the filament spool
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Which material is made from plants and is easy to use for 3D printing?
ABS
TPU
PLA
PETG
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What is ABS commonly used for?
Making LEGO bricks
Printing living cells
Designing interactive art
Creating flexible objects
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In SLS, what is the role of the laser?
To melt powdered materials
To extrude plastic
To heat the print bed
To cut designs into layers
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Which material is known for being strong and water-resistant?
ABS
PLA
TPU
PETG
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What is a print head also known as?
The print bed
The slicer
The extruder
The printer's brain
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What is slicing in the context of 3D printing?
Cutting the printed object
Removing supports from a print
Slicing the plastic string
Dividing a 3D design into thin layers
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Why is a cooling fan important in 3D printing?
It helps to melt the filament
It cools the printer itself
It moves the build plate
It solidifies the filament quickly to maintain shape
22
What role does the extruder play in a 3D printer?
It cools the filament after printing
It holds the printer steady
It melts and deposits the filament layer by layer
It creates the 3D model
23
What is the purpose of end stops or limit switches in a 3D printer?
To cool down the hot end
To hold the filament spool
To prevent the extruder or build plate from moving too far
To detect the printer's temperature
24
Why is the print bed often heated?
To improve printing results
To keep it clean
To cool down the print head
To make it look nice
25
Which of the following is an application of bio-materials in 3D printing?
Designing custom tools
Creating prosthetic limbs
Making toys
Printing living cells for medical use
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Why might a build plate be heated during printing?
To help the filament stick better and prevent warping
To increase the speed of printing
To make the printer look cool
To cool down the printed object
27
How can 3D printing be beneficial for astronauts?
They can print food
They can print clothing
They can make art for entertainment
They can create custom tools for specific tasks
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What does SLA stand for in 3D printing?
Solid Layer Assembly
Super Layering Application
Stereolithography
Simple Layering Algorithm
