10.05 Laser Cutting Assignment

Assignment Deliverables

1. Laser cut physical object brought to class
2. Upload rendered image of 3D Model (.jpg or .png)
   • label file YYYYMMDD Lastname Firstname Laser Cut Render Image.jpg
3. Upload DXF export of parts to be cut (.dxf)
   • label file YYYYMMDD Lastname Firstname Laser Cut Parts.dxf

Overview

1. Model the parts in Fusion 360 paying attention to joints and how thick the material is.
2. Lay the parts flat
3. Prepare a tool path that takes into account the width or kerf of the laser
4. Export a DXF file for cutting
5. Prepare the DXF file according to the instructions.
6. Cut out the parts at the think[box]
7. Assemble the project and bring to class
8. Export a Render Image from Fusion 360 with a 16:9 or 3:4 or 1:1 aspect ratio.

Requirements

• minimum two pieces cut on laser cutter
• use minimum 1 joint more complex than a butt joint

Assignment Resources

Materials

think[box] sells small pieces of plywood for laser cutting at reasonable prices. Fab Studios at CIA also has plywood available.

Fusion 360 Rendering

• Fusion 360 Basic Rendering

Grading Rubric