Topographic Map

by KaydeenC in Design > 3D Design

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Topographic Map

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This short project introduces a method to make a 3d topographic map. This design can be used to model real world geography and also doubles as a cool design.

Supplies

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Laptop

Access to the internet

CAD software

3D printer

Find the Location You Want

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Learn to read a map and locate it.

Use a Software to Convert Your Location

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I think this website is good (for all locations in the USA): https://touchterrain.geol.iastate.edu/main


Save the file as an .SVG.

Upload to a CAD

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Any simple CAD will do. Tinkercad is very beginner friendly and for simple projects like this should work fine.

Download and Print

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Download and print. This model could look like a cool design if you amplify the terrain and can be used for modeling and research on water runoff and possible infiltration zones too!