Learn how to design for 3D Printing with my course series. In this first class we download and install Fusion 360, get familiar with the modeling environment, and design our first model - The Thingamabob.
Autodesk Fusion 360 is free for students, educators, and hobbyists and can be downloaded at:
http://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/overview
3D printable course files can be downloaded from http://www.thingiverse.com/Desktop_Makes/designs
Make sure to follow the course in sequential order since each class builds on the prior to introduce new concepts and techniques. Below is the table of contents for the entire course:
Class 1 - Design a Thingimabob
Class 2 - Design a Pair of Tweezers
Class 3 - Design a Coat Hook
Class 4 - Design a Wrench
Class 5 - Design a Vacuum Nozzle
Class 6 - Design a Tablespoon
Class 7 - Design a Soap Dish
Class 8 - Design a Bottle Oopener
Class 9 - Design a Taco Stand
Class 10 - Design a Ship Wheel
Class 11 - Design a Hair Comb