Autodesk Fusion autocomplete in Zed
If you write Autodesk Fusion 360 Python add-ins and you've switched to the Zed editor, you've probably hit the wall and miss autocomplete. Here is how to fix it.
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Copy Assemblies
Copy Assemblies in Autodesk Fusion
Assembly Basics
Once you have created a Fusion Assembly you my find that you want to begin another assembly using the first as a start. To do this there are several concepts to understand and a set of capabilities in Autodesk Fusion to help you.
G Code Syntax in Nano
Get basic g code syntax highlighting in nano text editor.
Autodesk University 2023 Design Challenge
AU23 Fusion Design Challenge
My-VSCODE-Extensions
Here is my end of 2023 curated list of VSCode extensions. Many help with Fusion scripts, add-ins, and post writing.
Fusion Modeling Best Practices
After years of watching and helping other model with parametric design tools, I have collected a list of best practices. These apply to if you are new to Fusion or a CAD veteran moving from another design tool.
Set night time updates on Mac OS
Schedule Mac OS updates for night time off hours
Fusion 360 Scripts and Add-ins
Recent api scripts now on Github
Manage Python Version(s) on MACOS
Use pyenv to install and manage python versions on your Mac.
Tips on Fusion 360 Performance
Tips on Fusion 360 Performance
To get timely help with performance questions Please post to Fusion 360 support forum (Not Facebook Please). The Fusion support forum is here: https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/fusion-360-support/bd-p/962
When posting, describe your issue as specific as you can. Please
FFF Assessment Protocol
Open fdmtest_v4 and print the geometry using “standard” settings.
What this geometry does test:
* Dimensional accuracy (backlash optional)
* Negative feature resolution
* Positive feature resolution/fine flow control
* Basic overhang capabilities
* Basic bridging capabilities
* XY ringing
* Z-axis alignment
What this geometry does not test:
* Warp/adhesion
* Overhang capabilities over
Fusion 360 Modeling Parameters and Equations
Parameter Basics
Fusion 360 can do quite a lot with values you enter to control size of your
features and designs.
It is worth noting that these tips apply to timeline designs only. To learn more
read here about the differences between Direct and Timeline design types.
Parameters are created
Tormach Upgrades - Part 1
Over the last year, I have been banging parts on the Tormach 440
[https://www.tormach.com/product-pcnc-440.html]. I have proven I can get great
parts off the machine and have paid the machine off with spec work. It is time
to do some upgrades.
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Marking menu gestures
Using the right click menu in Fusion 360 brings up a context menu. This menu is
divided into two sections. At the bottom is a classic context menu. At the top
is a radial menu called a marking menu.
We will focus on the marking menu and ways to use