Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining is a manufacturing process in which pre-programmed computer software dictates the movement of factory tools and machinery. The process can be used to control a range of complex machinery, from grinders and lathes to mills and CNC routers. With CNC machining, three-dimensional cutting tasks can be accomplished in a single set of prompts.
Created a pentagon box using beginner knowledge of Shark CNC and VCarve-Pro as well as forming knowledge of sanding techniques and cutting to finish box. This box was created using a 0.25 end mill drill bit.
GIF's to display cutting and finished product on and off of the CNC machine
Preview of design in VCarve-Pro with both sides of the poly box
Preview of toolpath that will be cut out by the CNC
Sanding and finishing touches to complete the box and make sure it fits well into each other
I chose to create a circular box using the Shark CNC machine and display my knowledge of how to use VCarve-Pro. Used a 0.25 end mill drill bit overlapping to smooth most surfaces ahead of time and create a snug fitting box.
Cutting out circle box parts after CNC cut
Sanding down parts of the box for finishing touches
I chose to engrave a Salt Life Tuna logo on a piece of wood including an outline. This engraving was done with a 60 degree v-bit for added detail and the writing. Looking to potentially stain and poly the wood for added finish
This is where I designed the cut and used the trace bitmap function in VCarve-Pro to create a outline of a image
This shows the preview of the logo being cut out on wood
Final product after cut and finishing with sanding techniques