Tag: Fusion360
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8020 Extrusion Optic Sliders
For some time now I’ve been using 8020 extrusion for quick prototyping of optical assemblies. It’s great for assemblies which require longer focal lengths and larger elements. For such systems, the choices are to use a breadboard or table, with posts – and then line everything up, having to worry at minimum about elevation and…
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THOR SM1 Threads in Fusion360
I frequently build parts, both aluminum and 3d printed, which are used with thor components. Using Fusion360 from Autodesk, it’s simple to add threads into a hole, or even create pre-threaded holes in objects. Luckily, Fusion360 even includes a C-Mount thread option. But – the SM1 thread from Thor is another matter. I had to…
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Dynamic Mirror Reflection Angles using Fusion360
SO I’ve been working with AutoDesk’s Fusion360 for a while now, and have found it to be an exceptional tool for diving into CAD. If you’ve considered CAD before, but have been scared off by the learning curve, I recommend checking it out. One of the important functions of a truly parametric CAD program is…