Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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Master Autodesk Fusion (formerly 'Fusion 360') tutorial for beginners by modeling a paperclip from scratch. On Day 3 of "Learn Fusion in 30 Days," we start to cover professional sketch techniques and how to use the Sweep tool.
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Key Takeaways / Chapters:
0:00 - Day 3 of Learn Fusion in 30 Days - The Paperclip
0:17 - Setting up your Part Design file
0:26 - Understanding the Sweep Tool (Profile vs. Path)
0:35 - Sketching the Path: Best practices & Origin points
0:54 - Using the Line Tool & Automatic Constraints
3:06 - How to "Fully Define" a sketch (The Red Lock Icon)
4:14 - Converting geometry to Construction Lines
4:42 - Mastering the Tangent Arc Tool
5:31 - Naming sketches for Parametric Modeling
6:15 - Creating the Sketch Profile on the XZ Plane
7:26 - Applying the Solid Sweep Command
8:15 - Understanding Chain Selection in Fusion 360
8:43 - Understanding Sweep Distance (0 to 1)
9:35 - What’s coming on Day 4: The Glass Bottle
Master the Sweep tool and professional sketching habits in Day 3 of the Learn Fusion in 30 Days series! In this tutorial, Kevin Kennedy walks you through modeling a common paperclip to demonstrate how to turn 2D paths into 3D geometry.
You’ll start to learn why "fully defined" sketches are the backbone of professional CAD, how to use constraints effectively, and the secret to using the Sweep command’s distance values.
—
#Fusion360 #fusion #ProductDesignOnline
Get the instructional guide bundle (PDF): bit.ly/guideBundle
Day 3 Paperclip dimensions (free image) 👉 bit.ly/day3dimensions
Day 4 (2026) 👉 youtu.be/rcD7wcNFwsU
Playlist updated as lessons drop: bit.ly/30daysUpdated
Master Autodesk Fusion (formerly 'Fusion 360') tutorial for beginners by modeling a paperclip from scratch. On Day 3 of "Learn Fusion in 30 Days," we start to cover professional sketch techniques and how to use the Sweep tool.
SUPPORT OUR MISSION: Making CAD education accessible
Patreon: patreon.com/productdesignonline
Buy Kevin a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/pdo
OFFICIAL 30 DAYS PLAYLIST (2026 EDITION)
bit.ly/30daysUpdated
SUBSCRIBE (& hit the Bell to get alerted for the new lessons!)
bit.ly/sub-right-now
Key Takeaways / Chapters:
0:00 - Day 3 of Learn Fusion in 30 Days - The Paperclip
0:17 - Setting up your Part Design file
0:26 - Understanding the Sweep Tool (Profile vs. Path)
0:35 - Sketching the Path: Best practices & Origin points
0:54 - Using the Line Tool & Automatic Constraints
3:06 - How to "Fully Define" a sketch (The Red Lock Icon)
4:14 - Converting geometry to Construction Lines
4:42 - Mastering the Tangent Arc Tool
5:31 - Naming sketches for Parametric Modeling
6:15 - Creating the Sketch Profile on the XZ Plane
7:26 - Applying the Solid Sweep Command
8:15 - Understanding Chain Selection in Fusion 360
8:43 - Understanding Sweep Distance (0 to 1)
9:35 - What’s coming on Day 4: The Glass Bottle
Master the Sweep tool and professional sketching habits in Day 3 of the Learn Fusion in 30 Days series! In this tutorial, Kevin Kennedy walks you through modeling a common paperclip to demonstrate how to turn 2D paths into 3D geometry.
You’ll start to learn why "fully defined" sketches are the backbone of professional CAD, how to use constraints effectively, and the secret to using the Sweep command’s distance values.
—
#Fusion360 #fusion #ProductDesignOnline
