3DPrintMeetup/challenges/readme.md

Challenge Template

[Month Year] Challenge: "[Challenge Name]"

Challenge Overview

[Brief description of the challenge theme and goals]

Challenge Rules

Materials & Constraints

• Filament: [Specify required filament type/brand]
• Maximum Filament Usage: [Weight limit if applicable]
• Model Specification: [Dimensions, complexity, or provided model details]
• Print Mode: [Any specific printing requirements]

Competition Categories

• [Category 1]: [Description]
• [Category 2]: [Description]
• [Overall Winner]: [Description]

Judging Criteria

1. [Criteria 1] ([%]): [Description]
2. [Criteria 2] ([%]): [Description]
3. [Criteria 3] ([%]): [Description]
4. [Criteria 4] ([%]): [Description]

Submission Requirements

• [Requirement 1]: [Description]
• [Requirement 2]: [Description]
• Documentation: Include photos showing [specific aspects]
• Settings Documentation: Share printer settings used
• Process Notes: Brief description of techniques used

Evaluation Process

• [Evaluation Method 1]: [Description]
• [Evaluation Method 2]: [Description]
• Community Voting: [Description]
• Technical Review: [Description]

Prizes & Recognition

Awards

• [Award 1]: [Description]
• [Award 2]: [Description]
• [Award 3]: [Description]
• People's Choice Award: Community favorite
• Innovation Award: [Description]

Documentation

• Winner photos for social media sharing
• Video documentation of winning techniques
• Settings and process sharing for community learning

Timeline

• Challenge Announcement: [Date]
• [Key Milestone]: [Date]
• Submission Deadline: [Date]
• Judging Period: [Date Range]
• Winner Announcement: [Date]

[Model Creation/Setup Instructions]

[Software/Method 1]

Step 1: [Action]

1. [Instruction]
2. [Instruction]
3. [Instruction]

Step 2: [Action]

1. [Instruction]
2. [Instruction]
3. [Instruction]

Alternative Methods

• [Software 1]: [Brief instructions]
• [Software 2]: [Brief instructions]
• [Software 3]: [Brief instructions]
• Any CAD Software: [General guidance]