Based on: Bower, M., & Torrington, J. (2020). Typology of free web-based learning technologies (2020). EDUCAUSE digital library. https://library.educause.edu/resources/2020/4/typology-of-free-web-based-learning-technologies
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3D model repositories
There are numerous online communities that promote sharing and usage of 3D models, which have supported the rise of the 3D printing and the maker movement.
| GrabCAD (https://grabcad.com) | provides library of about 6 million CAD files |
| Rapables (https://repables.com) | provides 3D printable file repository |
| 3D Warehouse (https://3dwarehouse.sketchup.com) | searchable, pre-made 3D models that works with SketchUp |
| Print Me a Sheep | GONE? provides 3D printable file repository – WARNING – redirects |
| Thingiverse (https://www.thingiverse.com) | also offers tutorials and lesson plans in subject areas for educators |
| Pinshape (https://pinshape.com) | also offers tutorials and lesson plans in subject areas for educators |
3D model creation
3D modeling tools enable users to create, save and share three-dimensional Computer Aided Design (CAD) models through their web-browser.
| Shapeshifter (http://shapeshifter.io) | enables quick creation and manipulation of 3D objects that can be downloaded for printing and shared by hyperlink (GONE?) |
| Tinkercad (http://tinkercad.com) | provides browser-based CAD design, which supports import and has socially formed gallery of creations |
| Slash (https://www.3dslash.net) | offers an easy-to-use, clean intuitive interface for 3D model creation supported by tutorials and a shared gallery |
| Sketchup (https://www.sketchup.com) | popular and powerful 3D modelling program |