Can Autodesk Fusion create models for 3D printing?
Autodesk Fusion is an excellent choice for creating models for 3D printing.
- It allows you to create not only “prismatic” models such as gears or brackets, but it also allows you create more “organic” models using T-Splines, including characters, plants, and vehicles.
- You can use Fusion to create and then edit your objects for 3D printing. You can also bring in models from other software and make modifications, such as de-featuring them by removing small features or blends.
- Fusion can export as an OBJ or STL file format that is read by most 3D printing software. It also has the ability to print directly to your 3D printer
- Note: For more information on how to export an STL or OBJ file, follow the instructions in this guide: How to export an STL file from Fusion
- Fusion even allows you to edit mesh or STL data that is brought in from a laser-scan or other source. Before printing, you can reduce or increase the surface count, edit out features, fill holes, etc.
- For more information, see: Additive Manufacturing