On Wed, Feb 10, 2016 at 7:51 AM, andy pugh <bodge...@gmail.com> wrote:
> > The lazy way would be to build a 3D model of what you want and then > let a CAM package do the work. > > Lazy? no. It's the most accurate way to go. When the shape is (as it is here) so complex that you can not explain it using words and can't draw a pencil sketch then it is time to use 3D modeling. This shape of a leather strap is more like a sculpture then a machine part. If you try and model it mathematically you might end up with a rather sterile looking part lacking the organic properties of real leather. The trouble with using 3D modeling is the CAM software will create a tool path that is just a grid pattern and the finish might not be perfect. But that is why they make fine grit sand paper. Modeling this using something like Blender is far for being lazy, It is a lot of work. -- Chris Albertson Redondo Beach, California ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Site24x7 APM Insight: Get Deep Visibility into Application Performance APM + Mobile APM + RUM: Monitor 3 App instances at just $35/Month Monitor end-to-end web transactions and take corrective actions now Troubleshoot faster and improve end-user experience. Signup Now! http://pubads.g.doubleclick.net/gampad/clk?id=272487151&iu=/4140 _______________________________________________ Emc-users mailing list Emc-users@lists.sourceforge.net https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/emc-users
