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Designing through Constructive Solid Geometry

In the final chapter of this part, we will be covering a key concept that encompasses the functionality and techniques for using Tinkercad: constructive solid geometry.

Prior to moving into chapters where we dive deeper into using specific tools, using 3D printers, or creating various projects from start to finish, this chapter is intended to ensure that each reader has a thorough and effective understanding of how to model in Tinkercad. To achieve this, this chapter is broken down into the following topics:

  • What is constructive solid geometry?
  • Working in groups
  • Manipulating the shape parameters
  • Hiding and locking shapes

Throughout this chapter, we will look at some of the common techniques and ...

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