3-1-2023 Q&A: Two Rail Sweep for Pen Shape, Rotary Projects in 3D View, Selective Carving, Saving Bent Designs as Clip Art
Mar 01, 2023
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March 1st's Q&A Meetup offered a deep dive into the intricacies of CNC machining with Vectric software. From adding a rotary axis and translating photos into 3D models to precise tool database adjustments and innovative engraving techniques, this session was packed with solutions. Attendees learned how to shape dowels, create detailed inlays, manage double-sided models, and much more. Whether you're tackling a complex project or just looking to refine your skills, this replay is an invaluable resource filled with expert advice and creative strategies to elevate your woodworking and digital fabrication projects.
Questions Answered in this Q&A:
- 00:03:21 - Asking about using a second two-rail sweep for shaping a six-sided pen.
- 00:27:58 - Questioning why a rotary project appears reversed in the 3D view after designing it.
- 00:30:20 - How do you arrange a file so that not everything is carved out?
- 00:47:04 - Can you save a design that you bend as a piece of clip art?
Keywords:
rotary axis addition, carving 3D from photos, permanent tool database adjustments, dowel cone shaping, deep engraving, kaizen foam inserts, clearance pass stepover, text spacing, securing blanks for rotary machining, multi-pass molding profiles, saving fixed fonts, clamshell modeling, laser engraving with VCarve, inlay techniques, overcut for double-sided models, Vectric software, CNC customization, creative solutions, project optimization, technical guidance, educational content, interactive learning, woodworking projects, digital fabrication insights
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