A few tips for 3D modeling
A few tips for 3D modeling
- A paper sketch or something to work off can be useful.
- Understand the size of what you’re modeling.
- Take into account machining tolerance when designing.
- Moments of inertia, center of gravity, area, and volume can help find the mass properties of your object.
- Understand and use fillets to avoid stress concentrations.
- Filet and champers can add curves and edges to sharp corners.
- The loft tool can be used to stitch two or more non co-planer surfaces.
- Slots can help with alignment.
- Understand the difference between clearance and tapped holes.
- Design for manufacturability