Embedding small objects in resin.

A polyester resin, dissolved in styrene, is hardened by mixing with a catalyst. The resin is often used with glass-fibre reinforcement to give glass-reinforced plastic (GRP). Small scale repair kits use similar materials but with the catalyst supplied as a paste.

This is a compilation of the articles about 3D printing that have appeared in Futureminds over the past three years.

They span designing for 3D printing, types of printers, teaching schemes and safe use of these machines in a school.

Casting can take many forms, this resources identifies a number of resources that should be considered prior to embarking on any activity where liquid materials are being formed into solid objects.

This may include; resin, plaster, wax.

Where metals, such as pewter or aluminium are to be used, information is available in the Pewter Casting resource.