CAD Workshop
CAD Workshop in Fusion 360
Goal: learn to design in CAD and master fusion 360
When: Aug 17-21, 2.5 hours a day (1h class; 1.5h small group, hands-on instruction), online
Tentative times: class 4-5pm est, hands on 5-6:30pm or 7-8:30pm EST.
Instructor: Nicolas Eichenberger, UC Berkeley student (Battle Bot club leader), Former FTC lead builder
Register: google form (cost $125)
Questions: nicolas.eichen@gmail.com or (914) 215-3842‬
Class format
Instruction for 1h each day
Hands on design for 1.5h each day in small groups (max 5)
Daily projects.
Curriculum
Day 1: Drawings in 2D
Sketches with basic shapes; proper constraints; dimensions
Day 2: 3D Objects
Extrude, revolve, loft, sweep.
Modifying objects, etc.
Day 3: CAD Techniques
Timeline; Parametric modeling; Complex shapes
Day 4: Assemblies
Assemblies, components, relevant designs for FTC
Day 5: Simulations & Advanced Features
Static Stress Simulations, Fusion add-ins, Belt, Chain, Gears, etc.
Instructor: Nicolas Eichenberger
Student at UC Berkeley
Mechanical Engineering & Computer Science, 2nd year.
Combat Robotics Club leader.
Horace Greeley High School
4 years on FTC team, lead buider, co-captain, designed swerve drive.
3D printing, CNC machining experience