Making the connector

Start a new blender project, clear the workspace, and save the file. Create a new directory under the Makerbot Blueprints directory in Documents called Ch 5 Robot Toy. Enter the directory and save this file as Peg.blend.

Tip

Instead of designing everything in one file in this project, multiple files will be generated. This is a good way to keep parts organized, and keep the outliner from being overrun with objects. This is especially a good idea when the parts being designed might be reusable in future projects.

1. Add (Shift + A) a Cylinder to the scene. Change the cylinder's Radius to 3.5 to bring it to a total diameter of 7mm.

   

2. In the Properties pane under the Object tab change the name of the cylinder to PegBody.

   

3. Rotate (R) the PegBody around the y axis (Y) 90 degrees.

   Tip

   If the rotation is accomplished with the key sequence R, Y then type 90 and press Enter to end the rotation action, it doesn't matter what view it is done in, the result will always be the same.

4. In the Front...