This tutorial demonstrates how to import a Rhino 5 file to use as a model in Fusion 360, as well as defining a work origin and setting up stock dimensions, in the context of aiming to utilize the CNC router in the KTH Architecture school Workshop.
Timestamps:
0:00 Importing the model into Fusion 360
1:04 Verifying the scale of the model
1:49 Creating a new setup, to define work origin and stock dimensions
4:30 Important point in that the actual material stock should be within tolerance to the stock dimensions
6:13 Saving the Fusion 360 document
Google Drive folder with KTH community resources:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OHq-LDx0GDts2dJcNA8uVFCQKMYtfefo?usp=sharing
This tutorial is part of a series, "From 3D model to CNC fabrication":
Playlist link:
https://play.kth.se/playlist/details/0_d1emjjo3Part 1: The limitations of three-axis CNC milling
Part 2: Preparing your model in Rhino for CNC milling
Part 3: Obtaining Educational Access to Fusion 360
Part 4: Importing into Fusion 360 and setting up stock
Part 5: Importing a tool library into Fusion 360
Part 6: Authoring a clearance toolpath in Fusion 360
Part 7: Authoring a roughing toolpath in Fusion 360
Part 8: Authoring a finishing toolpath in Fusion 360
Part 9: Post-processing toolpaths in Fusion 360
Part 10: Preparing your physical stock for CNC milling
Part 11: Initializing the CNC machine and setup tools
Part 12: Calibrating tools and defining work origin
Part 13: Executing the toolpaths and cleaning up
Disclaimer:
This tutorial aims to increase student awareness of the versatility of the digital tools available for use within the context of the architectural education offered by KTH. As such, it might not be generally applicable, but on the other hand, if even one student is helped by it with fulfilling deliverables requirements, the purpose of this tutorial is satisfactorily achieved. There might be inaccuracies in this tutorial video – if you identify any significant one, please tell us in the comments.