STL files are common when dealing with CAD and 3D printer “slicer” software. STL files are easy to save and don’t take up much memory. However, they can not be edited directly and are prone to errors …
What Type of Modeling is Autodesk Fusion 360?
When determining the software you want to use, it's important to know what you will be designing. Are you designing manufacturable parts or organic objects, such as mini-figures?
Most CAD software …
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What is an .F3D file?
Autodesk Fusion 360 is a CAD/CAM/CAE software for designing, prototyping, and manufacturing. With a wide variety of tools and modeling options available, many call it the “jack of all trades, master …
Making the most of Fusion 360’s Personal Use License
While it's nice that Autodesk provides a free "Personal Use License" for hobbyists, the restrictions can be a real pain on the odd occasion that you stumble across one. However, with some ingenuity, …
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How to Create Flat Patterns in Fusion 360 – MapBoards Pro
Nesting parts or creating flat patterns in Fusion 360 can help prepare your 3D models for Laser Cutters, CNC Mills, Vinyl Cutters, and other machines.
Those on the Commercial Fusion 360 license can …
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Design Intent vs Accuracy vs Fitness-for-Purpose? – Who Rules?
If there is a simple solution to this conundrum it eludes me, but I tend to lean towards “Design Intent” being the grail of the designer, “Accuracy” being the domain of the engineer - something you …
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