By the end of Week 2, you will be able to:
Utilize Fusion 360's tool set to create 2D sketches and extrude them into singular 2.5D objects for laser cutting
Utilize Fusion 360's 3D features and sub-features to create singular 3D objects for 3D printing
Use the laser cutting and 3D printing to fabricate singular parts
Create functional tools or objects by combining singular parts with screws
Type: Individual Activity
Description: Design a cool personal glasses to be digitally fabricated using laser cutting or 3D Printing 😎
Materials & Tools: Any CAD software on your computer: Microsoft Paint, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, AutoCAD, Solidworks, Tinkercad ... etc. [CAD Software ONLY, NO Pen and paper]
Requirements:
Come up with unconventional design for the frame [circular and square frames are out of fashion!]
Set the dimensions of your glasses to fit an adult human head, yours will be fine!
Design your cool glasses to be fabricated either using laser cutting or 3D printing or a mix of both
Use Google Search to find reference models
Reflect & Share:
Which CAD software did you use?
Did you design your glasses for 3D Printing or Laser Cutting?
How did the fabrication technique that you chose impacted your design?
What are the dimensions of your glasses? Was it easy to set the dimensions using the software of your choice?
What are the challenges/problems that you faced in the design process?
How could you potentially improve your design?
Follow the video tutorials below to learn how to perform 2D sketching in Fusion 360
Overview: Installation & Interface Overview
Project: Create Your First Design for Laser Cutting
Overview: 2D Sketching Tools
Project: Create a Template Ruler
Project: Create a Metric Ruler
Project: Create a Protractor
Deadline: Before Midweek Session
Session Mode: Online @ Google Meet
Session Outcomes
Discuss video tutorials and address challenges or problems with the instructor
Participate in a pair learning activity to practice 2D Sketching Tools in Fusion 360
Take a walkthrough week assignment description and requirements
Session Recordings:
Session Exercise
Make a sketch of a hexagonal wrench that locks and unlocks M6 nut (View Reference)
(Expand to view Description & Requirements)
Requirements:
Search for the M6 nut standard dimensions in google
(Hint: use the keywords “standard + dimensions” in your search)
The other open Hexagon on the end side, needs to be rotated by an angle
(Hint: you need to search in google to find it)
Consider the user experience of the one holding the wrench while using it
Create a fully-defined sketch
Export the sketch into Laser Cutting Software and prepare it for laser cutting by setting proper mode as well as speed and power values
[Extra] Make it multi-size Hex wrench, Add M5, M4, and M3 to your design (View Reference)
[Extra] Add text to your design (View Reference)
[Solution Video] Hexagonal Wrench Sketching
Follow the video tutorials below to learn how to create 3D Models in Fusion 360
Overview: 3D Modelling using Fusion 360
Project: Book Page Holder
Project: Happy Planter
Project: Chess Pieces (3D Features)
Project: Screw Driver (3D Features Recap)
Deadline: Before Eoweek Session
Session Mode: In-person @ Fab Lab
Session Outcomes:
Discuss video tutorials and address challenges or problems with the instructor
Participate in a group activity to practice 2D sketching & 3D modelling in Fusion 360
Discuss assignment progress: concept and execution
Session Exercise
Model a mixed design of a Robot bookmark (Head and Body) using Fusion 360 and Fabricate it using the Laser Cutter and 3D printer 🤖
(Expand to view Description & Requirements)
3D Printed Part - Requirements:
Create a 3D model in Fusion 360 consisting of a singular part
Design that part to be a robot's head containing at least eyes and mouth (See Reference)
The total dimensions of the head does not exceed 3*3*1.5 cm
The head shape can be either a cube, half a cylinder, or half a sphere
The 3D model of the head has to be made using at least one 3D design feature (Revolve, Loft, Chamfer, Fillet)
Consider creating two holes at the eyes using extrude cut tool, for the purpose of attachment with the body part using M3 screws
[Extra] Add features to the robot’s face, for example: nose, ears, Antenna ..etc
Export your singular part in *.STL format
Finally, prepare your *.STL file in Cura Software and fabricate using 3D Printer
Laser Cut Part - Requirements:
Create a 2D Sketch of the body part in Fusion 360 consisting of a singular part
Design that part to be a robot's body consisting of at least a torso, arms, and legs (See Reference 1 - Reference 2)
Use 2D sketching tools to design that part and make sure that the sketch is fully defined
(Hint: Search for the standard size of the bookmark in google to determine overall dimensions )
Create two holes: to fit a M3 screws, for the purpose of attachment with the 3D Printed Head later
[Extra] add as many body feature as possible and also text (maybe robot name)
Extrude your sketch into a 2.5D part
Export your singular part in *.DXF format
Finally, prepare your *.DXF files in Laser Cutter software and fabricate using Laser Cutting
Assembly - Requirements:
Assemble the head and body together with M3 screws and nuts (1.6 mm) (See Reference 1 - Reference 2)
[Hint] Screw Holes
Make sure that the distance between the two holes are the same in both 3D printed and laser cut parts “distance from center to center of the two circles”
Make the hole wider in the 3D printed parts like an offset of 0.3mm. For example: if the hole is 3mm make it 3.3 mm. This makes it easier to insert the screw inside.
Create a Cool Glasses for your personal use. Your glasses design must be a mixed design (See Reference)
Design the front frame using Fusion 360 to be fabricated using a Laser Cutter
Design the side arms using Fusion 360 to be fabricated using a 3D Printer
Fabricate the singular parts then Attach the side arms to the front frame with screws and nuts
For inspiration, start with conducting a Google search for unconventional designs!
Part 1: Create The Front Face (Expand to read Description and Technical Requirements)
Description:
Create a 2D Sketch of the front face of your glasses in Fusion 360 consisting of a singular part. (Make sure that the sketches is fully defined)
Create two holes in the front face: one on the right rim and one on the left rim to fit a M3 screws, for the purpose of attachment with the arms later
Extrude your sketch into a 2.5D part
Export your singular part in *.DXF format
Finally, prepare your *.DXF files in Laser Cutter software and fabricate using Laser Cutting
Technical Requirements:
The model consists of a singular part
The model is sketched using Fusion 360
The model sketch is fully defined in Fusion 360
The model includes two holes for attachment using using M3 screw(s) and nut(s)
The part is extruded in Fusion 360
The design file with correct format (*.DXF) is exported and included
The *.DXF file is properly prepared for laser cutting; the power and speed parameters for cutting and engraving are set correctly
The final model is fabricated using Laser Cutting and final outcome is demonstrated.
Part 2: Create The Side Arms (Expand to read Description and Technical Requirements)
Description:
Create a 3D model of the side arms of your glasses in Fusion 360 consisting of a singular part each.
Your 3D model design of the side arms must utilize at least one 3D design feature (Revolve, Loft, Chamfer, Fillet). (An extrude only model will not be accepted)
Consider creating an L-Shaped extension to the arms (at the front face end), containing a hole for the purpose of attachment with the front face using M3 screws (See Reference)
Export your singular parts in *.STL format
Finally, prepare your *.STL files in Cura Software and fabricate using 3D Printer (Your sliced file shouldn't exceed 30 grams or 90 minutes)
Technical Requirements:
The model is a result of using at least one 3D design features (Revolve, Loft, fillet, Chamfer) in Fusion 360. An "Extrude only" model will NOT be accepted.
The model is customized using the appearance features (Color, material...etc)
The model is exported in an *.STL format and file(s) is included.
The model is efficiently sliced (good orientation, minimal supports... etc.), 3D Printing parameter values are clearly defined, and doesn't exceed the time or weight limit (30 grams or up to 90 minutes).
The model is fabricated using 3D Printing and final outcome is demonstrated
Part 3: Attach front face and arms (Expand to read Description and Technical Requirements)
Description:
The laser cut part and 3D printed part should be attached together with screws and nuts
Technical Requirements:
Each side arm is attached with the front face using at least one screw and nut (Glue or Press fitting are NOT allowed)
Make sure to document your Assignment for Week 2 in the Maker Journal covering the following requirements:
Process Documentation:
Ideation: Describe how you came up with the idea for the model. Were you inspired by a certain reference? or did you custom design it to fulfil a certain personal need?
Tools: Describe software tools and machines that you used in your assignment
Design: Describe the design process in Fusion 360 including 2D sketching and 3D design tools that you used.
Implementation/Fabrication: Describe how you exported the design files from Fusion 360, prepared the files in Laser Cutter Software and Cura Software, and fabricated using the Laser Cutting and 3D Printer machines. And most importantly, show us the final outcome of the assignment
Media: Provide supporting images and videos to demonstrate the design and implementation processes
Learning Documentation:
Learning from Mistakes: Describe problems and challenges that you faced, and briefly describe solutions
Community of Learning: Highlight an advice or idea provided by a peer or an instructor that helped in solving a problem or a challenge. Or an advice that YOU provided to help your peer(s)
Progress Review Deadlines:
Jan 6th, 2025 @4:00 PM for Design Documentation
Jan 13th, 2025 @4:00 PM for Fabrication Documentation