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Sue Ann Dorman RIGHT: 14K Gold and Ametrine pendant - created using CAD/CAM technology. These pieces were all made using the CAD/CAM process. This is done by creating the piece on the computer using a three-dimensional software program. Then taking this computer file to a "FDM" rapid prototyping system. The "FDM" means that the 3D object is built by depositing material building up layer to create the object. There are various types of these systems. I used a system that deposits wax and then casts the wax into metal. For the black necklace and bracelet I used a different system that deposited an "ABS" filament to build the object. More images below - click on the image or title to view a larger image and description. |
Sue Ann Dorman takes us through the creation of a CAD/CAM ring in her Step by Step Workshop, Virtual Design, Real Wax (April 2003 Lapidary Journal) |
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