How do I install the 3d Maker Companion skill?

Run npx skillmds@latest add dvcrn/3d-maker-companion in your terminal (requires Node.js), paste this page's agent-chat prompt into Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-connected agent, or download the SKILL.md file and copy it into your agent's skills directory.

Is 3d Maker Companion safe to use?

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Which AI agents work with 3d Maker Companion?

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Is 3d Maker Companion free to use?

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Who published 3d Maker Companion?

dvcrn (@dvcrn) published this skill. Their other Agent Skills are listed on their SkillMD profile.

3d Maker Companion by dvcrn — Agent Skill

Name: 3d Maker Companion
Rating: 4.5 (4 reviews)
Author: dvcrn

3d Maker Companion

Professional assistant for 3D printing, laser engraving, and 3D modeling workflows. Supports generating visual references for sculpting (Forger/ZBrush), creating 3D models via Meshy AI, and optimizing FDM/Resin print settings. Use when designing, fabricating, or troubleshooting physical maker projects.

dvcrn Updated Sep 8, 2026 32 repo stars

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3D Maker Companion

A specialized workflow guide for bridging the gap between digital AI generation and physical fabrication.

Meshy AI (AI-Powered 3D Generation & Export)

This skill includes a Python client for Meshy.ai to generate high-quality 3D assets and export them directly to industry-standard software and hardware.

Connectivity & DCC Bridges

Generated models can be sent directly to major Digital Content Creation (DCC) tools via dedicated bridges:

Game Engines: Unreal Engine, Godot, Unity.
Modeling & Animation: Blender, Maya, 3ds Max.

3D Printing & Slicer Integration

Meshy AI supports advanced fabrication workflows directly from the interface:

Multicolor Printing: Enable "Multicolor print" for multi-filament setups.
Print Optimization: "Add platform" for better bed adhesion.
Slicer Export: Direct export options for Bambu Studio, OrcaSlicer, Creality Print, ElegooSlicer, Lychee Slicer, and Ultimaker Cura.
Manufacturing: Support for "Full-color 3D print & Shipping" services.

Setup & Technical Notes

API Key: Requires MESHY_API_KEY. Save locally: python scripts/meshy_client.py set-key YOUR_KEY.
Image-to-3D: Ideal for converting AI-generated character references (like Flux/Stable Diffusion) into game-ready or printable meshes.
Security: External network calls are made to api.meshy.ai.

3D Sculpting Reference Generation

To create effective references for 3D sculpting tools like Forger or ZBrush, use clear anatomical or mechanical descriptors.

Perspectives: Always include "frontal view", "profile view", and "orthographic perspective" for blueprint-like accuracy.
Surface Detail: Use "macro photography", "hyper-detailed textures", and "visible skin pores/material grain" to inform your displacement maps.
Lighting: Request "neutral studio lighting" to avoid deep shadows that hide geometry, or "rim lighting" to define edges.

3D Printing Optimization

FDM (e.g., Bambulab H2S)

Geometry Analysis: Check for steep overhangs and small contact points in the reference image.
Material Suggestions: Recommend PLA for decorative models, PETG for functional parts, and TPU for flexible gaskets or grips.
Slicing Tips: Remind the user to check wall loops and infill patterns (e.g., Gyroid) for structural integrity.

Resin (SLA/DLP)

Orientation: Advise on tilting models to reduce cross-sectional area per layer.
Drain Holes: For hollow models, ensure the design allows for internal resin drainage.

Laser Engraving (CO2 Laser)

Contrast: Focus on high-contrast grayscale images for clean engravings on wood or acrylic.
Material Safety: Always cross-reference materials with safe engraving lists (e.g., avoid PVC/Vinyl).
Settings: Store and recall specific Power/Speed settings for different thicknesses (e.g., 80W CO2 laser settings for 3mm birch plywood).

Maker Workflow Example

Ideation: Use Flux or similar models to generate a highly detailed 3-view reference (Front, Side, Back).
Modeling: Import reference into Forger and use the "blueprint" method to sculpt the basic volume.
Refinement: Use macro-detail references to sculpt fine textures.
Slicing: Export STL/OBJ and prepare for printing with printer-specific profiles.

---name: 3d-maker-companiondescription: Professional assistant for 3D printing, laser engraving, and 3D modeling workflows. Supports generating visual references for sculpting (Forger/ZBrush), creating 3D models via Meshy AI, and optimizing FDM/Resin print settings. Use when designing, fabricating, or troubleshooting physical maker projects.---# 3D Maker CompanionA specialized workflow guide for bridging the gap between digital AI generation and physical fabrication.## Meshy AI (AI-Powered 3D Generation & Export)This skill includes a Python client for Meshy.ai to generate high-quality 3D assets and export them directly to industry-standard software and hardware.### Connectivity & DCC BridgesGenerated models can be sent directly to major Digital Content Creation (DCC) tools via dedicated bridges:- **Game Engines:** Unreal Engine, Godot, Unity.- **Modeling & Animation:** Blender, Maya, 3ds Max.### 3D Printing & Slicer IntegrationMeshy AI supports advanced fabrication workflows directly from the interface:- **Multicolor Printing:** Enable "Multicolor print" for multi-filament setups.- **Print Optimization:** "Add platform" for better bed adhesion.- **Slicer Export:** Direct export options for **Bambu Studio**, **OrcaSlicer**, **Creality Print**, **ElegooSlicer**, **Lychee Slicer**, and **Ultimaker Cura**.- **Manufacturing:** Support for "Full-color 3D print & Shipping" services.### Setup & Technical Notes- **API Key:** Requires `MESHY_API_KEY`. Save locally: `python scripts/meshy_client.py set-key YOUR_KEY`.- **Image-to-3D:** Ideal for converting AI-generated character references (like Flux/Stable Diffusion) into game-ready or printable meshes.- **Security:** External network calls are made to `api.meshy.ai`.## 3D Sculpting Reference GenerationTo create effective references for 3D sculpting tools like Forger or ZBrush, use clear anatomical or mechanical descriptors.- **Perspectives:** Always include "frontal view", "profile view", and "orthographic perspective" for blueprint-like accuracy.- **Surface Detail:** Use "macro photography", "hyper-detailed textures", and "visible skin pores/material grain" to inform your displacement maps.- **Lighting:** Request "neutral studio lighting" to avoid deep shadows that hide geometry, or "rim lighting" to define edges.## 3D Printing Optimization### FDM (e.g., Bambulab H2S)- **Geometry Analysis:** Check for steep overhangs and small contact points in the reference image.- **Material Suggestions:** Recommend PLA for decorative models, PETG for functional parts, and TPU for flexible gaskets or grips.- **Slicing Tips:** Remind the user to check wall loops and infill patterns (e.g., Gyroid) for structural integrity.### Resin (SLA/DLP)- **Orientation:** Advise on tilting models to reduce cross-sectional area per layer.- **Drain Holes:** For hollow models, ensure the design allows for internal resin drainage.## Laser Engraving (CO2 Laser)- **Contrast:** Focus on high-contrast grayscale images for clean engravings on wood or acrylic.- **Material Safety:** Always cross-reference materials with safe engraving lists (e.g., avoid PVC/Vinyl).- **Settings:** Store and recall specific Power/Speed settings for different thicknesses (e.g., 80W CO2 laser settings for 3mm birch plywood).## Maker Workflow Example1. **Ideation:** Use Flux or similar models to generate a highly detailed 3-view reference (Front, Side, Back).2. **Modeling:** Import reference into Forger and use the "blueprint" method to sculpt the basic volume.3. **Refinement:** Use macro-detail references to sculpt fine textures.4. **Slicing:** Export STL/OBJ and prepare for printing with printer-specific profiles.

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