Uploaded May 2017 | Updated September 2026, 26 minutes ago
Controlling the placement and use of material is important for optimizing 3D prints for rapid prototyping and structural rigidity. Using Simplify3D and Autodesk Fusion 360 we explore ways to specify areas of greater infill to improve strength of 3D printed parts in areas requiring mechanical strength while minimizing material in other areas that are mainly cosmetic or to reduce weight.
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Update: In the last example, when exporting the STL, the visibility of all the stiffeners in the group must be toggled, not just the group. This requires one more step, open the group, select all the stiffeners, and press V to toggle visibility.
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Controlling the placement and use of material is important for optimizing 3D prints for rapid prototyping and structural rigidity. Using Simplify3D and Autodesk Fusion 360 we explore ways to specify areas of greater infill to improve strength of 3D printed parts in areas requiring mechanical strength while minimizing material in other areas that are mainly cosmetic or to reduce weight.
Channel Love: Likes are free. paypal.me/KentVanderVelden
Business Inquiries, I'm a freelance scientific programmer: kent@confluencerd.com
Update: In the last example, when exporting the STL, the visibility of all the stiffeners in the group must be toggled, not just the group. This requires one more step, open the group, select all the stiffeners, and press V to toggle visibility.
#KvvCreates
