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    IEEE Computer Graphics and Applications
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    New 3D design tools are needed for consumers, balancing ease of use with powerful features. The Meshmixer project uses geometry processing to create accessible yet expressive 3D design software for 3D printing.

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    Area of Science:

    • Computer Graphics
    • Human-Computer Interaction
    • Additive Manufacturing

    Background:

    • Consumer-level 3D printers are increasingly accessible, expanding the user base for 3D design software.
    • Existing 3D design tools often feature steep learning curves and are not optimized for the physical output of 3D printing.
    • There is a need for accessible yet powerful 3D design tools tailored for the 'maker' community.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce the Meshmixer project, which aims to develop a new class of 3D design tools.
    • To address the limitations of current 3D design software for consumer-level 3D printing.
    • To explore how computer graphics research can enhance accessibility and expressive power in 3D design tools.

    Main Methods:

    • Leveraging recent advancements in geometry processing from computer graphics research.
    • Developing tools specifically designed for the 3D design-to-print workflow.
    • Incorporating user feedback from 3D design-to-print workshops.

    Main Results:

    • The Meshmixer project is creating tools that offer both accessibility and expressive power.
    • The approach focuses on enhancing functionality rather than restricting it for usability.
    • Positive experiences in workshops indicate the potential of these new tools.

    Conclusions:

    • A new generation of 3D design tools is emerging to meet the needs of the growing consumer 3D printing market.
    • Meshmixer's approach, utilizing geometry processing, offers a promising direction for accessible and powerful 3D design software.
    • Further exploration of design-to-fabricate challenges is ongoing.

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