Get familiar with Fusion 360 CAM Module and its machining potential with hands-on exercises
Explore major production technologies like turning, milling, laser cutting, and additive manufacturing
Learn how to setup your program and simulate stock removal
Description
Downloading a piece of 3D software and shaping concepts and ideas is quite easy. However, designing feasible and cost-effective real parts from 3D models can be challenging with traditional production technologies, or even additive manufacturing. This book will give you the know-how and skills to develop your projects from ideas to physical products, and overcome these obstacles.
In ‘Making Your CAM Journey Easier with Fusion 360’, you'll discover how to set up a CAM program, pick the right tool, and optimize production. You'll learn the pros and cons of different production technologies, including turning, milling, laser cutting, and 3D printing, and understand how to choose the best option based on your needs. You’ll also explore the important computer-aided manufacturing tools that Fusion 360 offers through the use of examples and best practices.
By the end of this book, you’ll understand the potential issues and drawbacks of different design components and apply workarounds to avoid design flaws.
Who is this book for?
This book is for 3D enthusiasts or mechanical designers looking to turn their design ideas into 3D models, and their 3D models into final products. Familiarity with any CAD software or Fusion 360 design module is recommended; the book will then teach you the rest.
What you will learn
Choose the best approach for different parts and shapes
Avoid design flaws from a manufacturing perspective
Discover the different machining strategies
Understand how different tool geometries can influence machining results
Discover how to check the tool simulation for errors
Understand possible fixtures for raw material blocks
Become proficient in optimizing parameters for your machine
Explore machining theory and formulas to evaluate cutting parameters
This is an Extremely well written and helpful book. Most highly recommended !
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SteveOct 26, 2023
5
This book serves to fill in the missing gaps
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Amazon CustomerMay 12, 2023
4
"Making Your CAM Journey Easier with Fusion 360" is a comprehensive guide to computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) using Autodesk Fusion 360 software. The book is written by Fabrizio Cimo, who is an experienced CAM programmer and instructor.The book is designed to teach readers the basics of turning, milling, laser cutting, and 3D printing using Fusion 360. It is aimed at beginners who have little to no experience with CAM programming and provides a step-by-step approach to learning the software.One of the things I appreciated about this book is its clarity and simplicity. The author explains complex concepts in an easy-to-understand language and provides clear illustrations and examples to help readers visualize what they are learning. The book is well-structured and organized, making it easy for readers to navigate and find the information they need.Another thing I liked about the book is its practical approach. The author provides real-world examples and case studies that show how Fusion 360 can be used in different industries and applications. This helps readers understand how they can apply what they have learned to their own projects and work.Overall, "Making Your CAM Journey Easier with Fusion 360" is an excellent resource for anyone looking to learn CAM programming using Fusion 360. It provides a solid foundation for beginners and also includes more advanced topics for those who want to take their skills to the next level. I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in CAM programming or 3D printing.
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Gaurav MathurMay 11, 2023
5
This book starts with the basics and explains the parameters down to the coordinate systems and different operations. All the machining strategies are mentioned. The are a few pages on understanding the tools. The software used here is fusion 360 mostly, where the tool libraries are discussed and creating a new tool is also discussed. Next parts are focused on the turning and milling operations. Part 4 is particularly interesting with an insight into additive manufacturing with pros cons and different 3d printing technologies and how to manage limitation on a 3d printer. There is also a quiz section through the chapters.
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Bryan KApr 22, 2023
4
This book is a great primer for explaining the pros & cons, as well as design concepts needed, of multiple CAM options (turning, milling, laser cutting, and additive).My personal use was the additive manufacturing chapters, and this book gave a nice introduction into design considerations to ensure a part can be printed, and has the required mechanical properties when printed.So, if 3D manufacturing is a new concept, and you need to learn about how infill, orientation, and material selection effect your product, and can be addressed in Fusion 360 then this is a helpful primer.
Fabrizio Cimò is an Italian engineer who has always had a passion for the world of 3D graphics and design.
During his first degree in industrial design, he started uploading video lessons covering 3D modeling tools such as Rhinoceros, Blender, and Fusion 360 on his YouTube channel.
Sometime later, Autodesk noticed his work and asked him to keep promoting Fusion 360 as an official student ambassador.
During this time, he also joined Dynamis PRC, a racing team from Milano PT competing in the Formula SAE championship; thanks to this experience and his avid curiosity, he improved his knowledge of the manufacturing world.
Today, Fabrizio works as a machine designer for an important company in the laser-cutting sector.
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