Fusion 360 Edit Stl Mesh
How to Edit STL Meshes in Fusion 360
3D printing has become a popular technology for making a wide variety of objects in industry, from medical models to parts for cars or furniture. One of the primary formats used to 3D print a model is the STL file, which stands for STereoLithography. STL files are used by 3D printers to create a 3D object from a computer-aided design (CAD) file. Fusion 360 is a popular software program used to create and edit STL files, as well as other CAD formats.
What is STL?
The STL file format is a 3D file format used mainly for 3D printing. It is a triangulated representation of a 3D object, which is created by taking the object’s shape and breaking it down into triangles. This is done by using a 3D scanning device, such as a 3D laser scanner, or by using software such as Fusion 360. The file can then be exported as an STL file, which can be used for 3D printing.
What is Fusion 360?
Fusion 360 is a 3D CAD/CAM software program developed by Autodesk. It is used for product design, engineering, and manufacturing. The software has features for 3D modeling, 2D drafting, simulation, and visualization. It also has features for managing and sharing data. Fusion 360 is used by professionals and hobbyists alike to design and create 3D models and parts.
How to Edit STL Meshes in Fusion 360
Fusion 360 can be used to edit STL files to create 3D models or parts. To edit an STL file in Fusion 360, first open the file in the program. This can be done by going to the File menu and selecting Open. A window will open, allowing you to select the STL file you want to open. Once the file has been opened, the mesh can be edited.
Deleting Faces
To delete a face in Fusion 360, select the face in the mesh and then press the delete key. This will remove the face from the mesh. This can be useful for deleting unnecessary details from the mesh or for simplifying the mesh for 3D printing. It can also be used to remove any unwanted parts from the model.
Adding Faces
Faces can also be added to an STL mesh in Fusion 360. To do this, select the face where the new face will be added and then go to the Insert menu. Select the Insert Face option and then draw the new face in the mesh. This can be used to add details to a model, such as a hole or a notch. It can also be used to add additional faces to a mesh to make it more complex.
Exporting the STL Mesh
Once the mesh has been edited, it can be exported as an STL file. To do this, go to the File menu and select Export. This will open a window, allowing you to select the format to export the file as. Select STL from the drop-down menu and then click the Export button. This will save the STL file to your computer, allowing it to be used for 3D printing.
