Drawing in 3D: Using 3D Printer Pens to Draw Chemical Models

Autor/inn/en	Bernard, Pawel; Mendez, James D.
Titel	Drawing in 3D: Using 3D Printer Pens to Draw Chemical Models
Quelle	In: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Education, 48 (2020) 3, S.253-258 (6 Seiten)Infoseite zur Zeitschrift PDF als Volltext Verfügbarkeit
Zusatzinformation	ORCID (Bernard, Pawel) ORCID (Mendez, James D.)
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
ISSN	1470-8175
DOI	10.1002/bmb.21334
Schlagwörter	Computer Peripherals; Printing; Freehand Drawing; Geometry; Molecular Structure; Chemistry + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Buchdruck; Drucken; Drawing; Zeichnen; Geometrie; Chemie
Abstract	Development of three-dimensional (3D) printing technology has started a new chapter for in-classroom modeling of chemical molecules. The technology provides the opportunity to design and produce various types of personalized models. However, using classical 3D printers is time consuming, and it is hard to involve students in the modeling process during traditional class times. One solution can be using hand-held 3D printers (3D pens) that allow users to instantly draw geometrical structures. Unfortunately, drawing directly in 3D is very difficult, and precise modeling of even small molecules is simply not possible. In this article, a new approach to 3D modeling is described. It is based on 3D templates that enable the drawing of molecular models directly in three dimensions. The modular nature of the templates allows for the creation of a wide variety of structures. The resulting models provide an accurate representation of molecules including correct bond angles and geometry. This approach makes 3D pens a powerful tool for the modeling of chemical structures. (As Provided).
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Update	2024/1/01