3. Computer Aided design¶

Assignment¶

Model (raster, vector, 2D, 3D, render, animate, simulate, …) a possible final project, compress your images and videos, and post a description with your design files on your class page¶

Evaluation and selection 2D software¶

Corel Draw vs. Inkscape¶

The main advantage that Inkscape has over Corel is that it is free, both handle similar tools, easy to understand.

Start Corel Draw¶

Run Corel Draw Program.

My black and white sketch.

My final sketch.

Start Inkscape¶

Run Inkscape Program.

My black and white sketch.

My final sketch.

Evaluation and selection 3D software¶

Fusion 360 vs. Onshape¶

Both are free for students and educators, however I noticed an advantage in Fusion 360, it has several integrated tools, such as animation and simulation, that enhance its use.

Start Fusion 360¶

First sketch of the finger.

Extrusion the phalanges.

Apply fillet tool.

Extrusion the joints.

Create joints with movement. Building finger video.

Animation finger video.

Start Onshape¶