Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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Day 7 (2026) 👉 youtu.be/iiXxXSkGXI4
Welcome to Day 6 of the official "Learn Autodesk Fusion in 30 Days" series (2026 version)! Today, we are modeling a functional Hex Nut. While it looks simple, this project introduces heavy-hitting professional workflows: midplane construction planes, using the thread tool, restarting thread directions, creating custom chamfer, creating regular chamfers, and more!
MIRROR COMPUTE TYPES EXPLAINED
-Optimized: This is the fastest computing method available. Instead of "thinking" about how the feature was originally built, Fusion simply takes the faces of the original feature and duplicates them across the mirror plane.
-Identical: This method creates exact replicas of the original feature. Fusion calculates the geometry of the source feature once and then "pastes" that identical result onto the new location across the mirror plane.
-Adjust: This is the most "intelligent" but computationally heavy method. Fusion treats the mirror as a brand-new feature and re-solves the original parameters and constraints against the geometry on the other side of the mirror plane.
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Key Takeaways / Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction to Day 6 of Learn Fusion in 30 Days
0:38 - Creating the Hexagon Sketch (Circumscribed Polygon)
01:15 - Fully Defining the Polygon with Constraints
01:35 - Extruding the Nut Body
02:20 - Sketching the Chamfer Profile on the XZ Plane
03:10 - Using the Intersect Command for Accuracy
03:41 - Defining the Triangle Sketch with Equal Constraints
05:27 - Best Practice: Renaming Browser Objects
06:09 - Revolve Cut: Creating the Beveled Edge
07:11 - Creating a Midplane for Symmetry
07:40 - Mirroring Features Across the Body
08:44 - Timeline Management: Rolling Back History
09:08 - Creating the Center Hole (Extrude to All)
10:26 - Applying the Thread Tool & Modeled Settings
11:41 - Pro Tip: Controlling Thread Start Direction
12:41 - Updating the Mirror to Include the Chamfer
KEY TOPICS COVERED
-Polygons & Constraints: How to quickly sketch a 6-sided hex shape and lock it in place with constraints.
-Intersect Tool: Using existing 3D edges to create perfect snap points for new sketches.
-Midplanes & Mirroring: Creating a center plane to instantly flip features from one side of the nut to the other.
-Timeline Management: Moving the timeline marker to "go back in time" and add details before a mirror occurs.
-Modeled Threads: A pro trick for positioning threads correctly and ensuring they are 3D-printable.
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Get the Written Instructional Guides (Bundle): bit.ly/guideBundle
Day 7 (2026) 👉 youtu.be/iiXxXSkGXI4
Welcome to Day 6 of the official "Learn Autodesk Fusion in 30 Days" series (2026 version)! Today, we are modeling a functional Hex Nut. While it looks simple, this project introduces heavy-hitting professional workflows: midplane construction planes, using the thread tool, restarting thread directions, creating custom chamfer, creating regular chamfers, and more!
MIRROR COMPUTE TYPES EXPLAINED
-Optimized: This is the fastest computing method available. Instead of "thinking" about how the feature was originally built, Fusion simply takes the faces of the original feature and duplicates them across the mirror plane.
-Identical: This method creates exact replicas of the original feature. Fusion calculates the geometry of the source feature once and then "pastes" that identical result onto the new location across the mirror plane.
-Adjust: This is the most "intelligent" but computationally heavy method. Fusion treats the mirror as a brand-new feature and re-solves the original parameters and constraints against the geometry on the other side of the mirror plane.
SUPPORT KEVIN'S 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 - Introduction to Day 6 of Learn Fusion in 30 Days
0:38 - Creating the Hexagon Sketch (Circumscribed Polygon)
01:15 - Fully Defining the Polygon with Constraints
01:35 - Extruding the Nut Body
02:20 - Sketching the Chamfer Profile on the XZ Plane
03:10 - Using the Intersect Command for Accuracy
03:41 - Defining the Triangle Sketch with Equal Constraints
05:27 - Best Practice: Renaming Browser Objects
06:09 - Revolve Cut: Creating the Beveled Edge
07:11 - Creating a Midplane for Symmetry
07:40 - Mirroring Features Across the Body
08:44 - Timeline Management: Rolling Back History
09:08 - Creating the Center Hole (Extrude to All)
10:26 - Applying the Thread Tool & Modeled Settings
11:41 - Pro Tip: Controlling Thread Start Direction
12:41 - Updating the Mirror to Include the Chamfer
KEY TOPICS COVERED
-Polygons & Constraints: How to quickly sketch a 6-sided hex shape and lock it in place with constraints.
-Intersect Tool: Using existing 3D edges to create perfect snap points for new sketches.
-Midplanes & Mirroring: Creating a center plane to instantly flip features from one side of the nut to the other.
-Timeline Management: Moving the timeline marker to "go back in time" and add details before a mirror occurs.
-Modeled Threads: A pro trick for positioning threads correctly and ensuring they are 3D-printable.
If you enjoy this series, please Subscribe and hit the bell icon 🔔 to be notified when new lessons drop!
—
#Fusion360 #fusion #ProductDesignOnline #LearnFusionIn30Days #ProductDesign #3DModeling #CADforBeginners #AutodeskFusion #LoftTool #IndustrialDesign #autodeskfusion360
