3. Computer controlled cutting¶

Group assignment:¶

• Characterize your laser cutter's focus, power, speed, rate, kerf, and joint clearance.

To see our group assignment click here

Individual assignments:¶

• Design, lasercut, and document a parametric press-fit construction kit.
• Cut something on the vinyl cutter.

Creating an Assembly Part with the Epilog Laser: Fusion Edge¶

Overview¶

This guide explains how to design and manufacture an assembly part using Inkscape, AutoCAD, and an Epilog Laser.

Step 1 : Image Preparation : download the map image from Google¶

• Open Google  
• Choose an image  

Step 2 : Vectorization with Inkscape¶

A Import Image from folder to Inkscape¶

• Open Inkscape  

B Convert to Vector¶

• Go to Path → Trace Bitmap  

C Clean the Image¶

• Remove the background  

D Create Assembly Features for contrain making¶

i can cut but i have to make a parametric , so that continue with AUTOCAD

Step 3 : Processing in AutoCAD¶

Import & Duplicate¶

• Import your file  
• Use copy tool → create 5 identical shapes  

Adjust Geometry¶

Step 4 : Understanding Clearance¶

A - What is Clearance?¶

Clearance is the space between two parts to ensure proper assembly.

B - Practical Case¶

• Base length: 1.77 cm  
• Laser thickness: 0.2 mm this is our laser cutter kerf
• Adjustment: +0.1 mm  
• Final clearance: 0.15 mm

Step 5 : Final Check in Inkscape¶

• Set stroke width to 0.2 mm

Step 6 : Epilog Dashboard Setup¶

Step 7 : Cutting Parameters (3mm MDF)¶

Step 8 : Cutting Process¶

Final Result¶

Vinyl Sticker Creation¶

Overview¶

This guide explains how to create a vinyl sticker using Inkscape and Roland CutStudio.

Step 1 : Image Preparation¶

in this cas it is usefull to vectorize the file with inkscape

Step 2 — Vectorization with Inkscape¶

Step 3 : Add Text¶

Step 4 : Combine Elements¶

Step 5 : Open in Roland CutStudio¶

Step 6 : Cutting Settings¶

Step 7 : Download Machine Settings¶

Step 8 : Set the Origin¶

Step 9 : Align the Design¶

Step 10 : Cutting Process¶

Step 11 : Weeding the Vinyl¶

Step 12 : Apply the Sticker¶

Final Result¶

Your custom vinyl sticker is now complete!

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