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# 3. CAD Design
This week I worked on defining my final project idea and started to getting used to the documentation process.
This week we are focused on exploring different design tools including the following:
## Research
I had used Fusion 360 and Coral draw in the past and so decide to explore some more tools.
In particular-
Raster - GIMP
Vector - Cuttle
CAD - Free CAD
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Evaluate and select 2D and 3D software
Demonstrate and describe processes used in modelling with 2D and 3D software
Have you answered these questions?
Modelled experimental objects/part of a possible project in 2D and 3D software
Shown how you did it with words/images/screenshots
Included your original design files
## Useful links
- [Jekyll](http://jekyll.org)
- [Google](http://google.com)
- [Markdown](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Markdown)
## Code Example
## Cuttle
Use the three backticks to separate code.
Sign up was very straight forward.
```
// the setup function runs once when you press reset or power the board
void setup() {
// initialize digital pin LED_BUILTIN as an output.
pinMode(LED_BUILTIN, OUTPUT);
}
![sign up](../images/ImagW2/GraphicApps/1signup.jpg)
// the loop function runs over and over again forever
void loop() {
digitalWrite(LED_BUILTIN, HIGH); // turn the LED on (HIGH is the voltage level)
delay(1000); // wait for a second
digitalWrite(LED_BUILTIN, LOW); // turn the LED off by making the voltage LOW
delay(1000); // wait for a second
}
```
I started off the the simple tutorial.
## Gallery
[Link to Cuttle tutorials](https://cuttle.xyz/learn/video-tutorials)
![](../images/sample-photo.jpg)
![Tutorial](../images/ImagW2/GraphicApps/2tutorial.jpg){: style="height:300px;width:450px"}
## Video
### From Vimeo
It started off as a simple shape set up but pretty quickly some nice features came up
that made me take smile.
<iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/10048961" width="640" height="480" frameborder="0" webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen></iframe>
<p><a href="https://vimeo.com/10048961">Sound Waves</a> from <a href="https://vimeo.com/radarboy">George Gally (Radarboy)</a> on <a href="https://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p>
1. Very easy snapping shaped to each other which is no unique but easy to use
### From Youtube
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jjNgJFemlC4" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe>
2. The rotational repeat very intuitive way to create patterns
## 3D Models
![Pattern](../images/ImagW2/GraphicApps/3utorial.jpg)
3. On the right side you see a block based list of your shapes and so it is very straight forward
to move items between group
<div class="sketchfab-embed-wrapper"><iframe width="640" height="480" src="https://sketchfab.com/models/658c8f8a2f3042c3ad7bdedd83f1c915/embed" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; fullscreen; vr" mozallowfullscreen="true" webkitallowfullscreen="true"></iframe>
4. I got a rotational pattern going on a shape but then added a circle, it was 2 clicks to create a group
add the two shapes to the group and drag the pattern repeat on to the the group. I really appriciated the
ability to see how a design looks and move then back and forth without the need to redo the whole process
![Moving](../images/ImagW2/GraphicApps/4tutorial.jpg)
Overall I found this tool very easy to create pattern shapes
![Shape](../images/ImagW2/GraphicApps/5tutorial.jpg)
I exported the file as SVG which was easily found as that is a file type most lasers can use
![Export](../images/ImagW2/GraphicApps/6SVGEXPORT.jpg)
I started to explore the parametric design elements including variables and constrainers
![Para](../images/ImagW2/GraphicApps/61para.jpg)
Added more parameters including thickness, legalize and angle. This UI continue to be super easy
drag and drop type dynamic.
![More para](../images/ImagW2/GraphicApps/62para.jpg)
**Conclusion** - compared to CorelDraw (that I use a good amount) I find Cuttle to be simple to use with
some very good functionality. For 2D work focused on laser cutting
Cuttle maybe a new top contender in my toolbox!
## GIMP
I was excited to try this as it has been many years since I work with a raster based application.
[Install link](https://www.gimp.org/downloads/)
-------------------
![Install](../images/ImagW2/GraphicApps/7GIMPINSTALL.jpg){: style="height:150px;width:300px"} ![Install](../images/ImagW2/GraphicApps/8GIMPINSTALL.jpg){: style="height:150px;width:300px"}
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Next I downloaded a image and start my first tutorial
[GIMP Tutorial](https://www.gimp.org/tutorials/GIMP_Quickies/)
Basic operation seem straight forward such as resizing an image
![resize](../images/ImagW2/GraphicApps/9gimpsize.jpg)
Followed by a slew of other basic command such as export, crop, select etc.
All pretty straight forward.
Next I moved over to another tutorial that was suggest by our Lab.
[GIMP Tutorial #2](https://www.gimp.org/tutorials/Floating_Logo/)
We learned how to work with layers which seems in line with other programs
![layers](../images/ImagW2/GraphicApps/10gimplayers.jpg)
I added a offset layer to create a shadow, used multiple filter and then exported the final image:
![logo](../images/ImagW2/GraphicApps/12gimplogo.jpg)
**Conclusion** GIMP seems pretty straight forward, not as intuitive as cuttle but provide a lot
of flexibility working with pictures at a great price.
## FreeCAD
<p style="font-size: 13px; font-weight: normal; margin: 5px; color: #4A4A4A;">
<a href="https://sketchfab.com/models/658c8f8a2f3042c3ad7bdedd83f1c915?utm_medium=embed&utm_source=website&utm_campaign=share-popup" target="_blank" style="font-weight: bold; color: #1CAAD9;">Dita&#39;s Gown</a>
by <a href="https://sketchfab.com/francisbitontistudio?utm_medium=embed&utm_source=website&utm_campaign=share-popup" target="_blank" style="font-weight: bold; color: #1CAAD9;">Francis Bitonti Studio</a>
on <a href="https://sketchfab.com?utm_medium=embed&utm_source=website&utm_campaign=share-popup" target="_blank" style="font-weight: bold; color: #1CAAD9;">Sketchfab</a>
</p>
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