We’re excited to kick off our Machining Fundamentals series, created to help you brush up on your CAM knowledge, whether you work in a machine shop or are just getting started. Each episode is hosted by one of our in-house machinists and will provide a detailed overview of a tool/process. First up

Read this article in: Deutsch (German) Whether your manufacturing team is the dedicated department for your entire organization or a job shop serving a wider range of customers, there are some common challenges to running an efficient and profitable operation. The underlying problem is one

Our Machining Fundamentals series is created to help you brush up on your CAM knowledge, whether you work in a machine shop or are just getting started. Each episode is hosted by one of our in-house machinists and provides a detailed overview of a tool/process. In the last edition, we covered milli

Read this article in: Italiano (Italian) Deutsch (German) 日本語 (Japanese) You’ll use your CNC milling coordinate system fundamentals everywhere, not just for one particular CNC machine. Even the latest CNC machines are the same at their core: they use an X, Y, and Z-axis to define the coor

The New Possible podcast sheds light on the future of making things – from COVID-19 ventilators to motorcycles. Each episode tells the story of how a company unlocked their new possible using Autodesk Fusion 360. Follow along as we dive into the who’s, what’s, and how’s behind some of the most

 In this quick tip, we’ll take a look at one of my favorite programming time savers, Derived Operations. Derived Operations allow you to create a new operation that maintains the geometry selections and any applicable cutting or linking parameters from the existing operation. This can significa

It all started with an idea. Pete, Jacob and myself (Richard) have helped out on the factory floor at previous Autodesk University events and have seen first hand what a hit they have been — people running from the keynotes to get first in the queue, hour-long waits as if it were a theme park ride.

We recently wrapped up Autodesk University 2020, where we hosted a four-day agenda of virtual keynotes, talks, and courses. This year, the global event was digital and completely free, so it was accessible to anyone, anywhere. In continuing with our mission to make Autodesk University accessib

Programming is a fundamental skill for all types of CNC machining, even as automation and new technology seem to be replacing programming tasks. Every machinist still needs to understand how their programs and tools work. Whether you’re new to CNC programming and its most common language, G-cod

What we all know as “The Industrial Revolution” was the “First Industrial Revolution.” It was the transition to new manufacturing processes in Europe and the United States. It marked the shift from craftsman to machines using water and steam power. The Industrial Revolution

Fusion 360 and Haas Automation are better together. See what makes Fusion 360 and Haas CNC machines compatible, including tool libraries and more. When you think about which CAM system to use, there are so many factors that you have to consider. How will it affect your bottom line? Does it h

Read this article in: Deutsch (German) As part of the December 2020 update of Fusion 360, we delivered a hidden gift just in time for the holidays: a new method for generating additive manufacturing outcomes. Internally, we call this project Additive 2.0, and it is

Happy holidays from the Fusion 360 team! To celebrate this festive season, we kicked off our Christmas CAM Challenge, where we asked our social media community to design ornaments with the chance to have theirs machined live at our Birmingham Tech Center. We were so impressed with your creative

There’s no denying that sheet metal plays a pivotal role in projects across numerous industries. Sheet metal is commonly fashioned from steel or aluminum and typically takes a thin and flat form. Despite this, sheet metal alterations are commonplace — and essential — depending on the applicatio

Starting a mountain bike parts company during a global pandemic is not what PEMBREE founder Phil Law would call relaxing. However, it is a dream come true for the longtime mechanical engineer whose high school yearbook described him as someone who “loves to design

This article dives into the benefits of integrated, cloud CAD + CAM software, including collaboration, automation, and organization. Integrated CAD + CAM solutions combine the benefits of CAD (computer-aided design) and CAM (computer-aided manufacturing) programs into one system. An integrat

Justin Baker always knew he wanted to work with his hands. He trained as an artist, learned aircraft maintenance serving in the US Air Force, then started a career operating animatronics that control the large, interactive puppets often used in live events, theater, TV, and film. He enjoyed working

Creating a great design is the ultimate goal of any product team, but how do we get there? Teams typically excel at crafting theoretical designs — throwing budgetary caution to the wind while flexing creative muscle. While this approach births marvelous concepts, these often lack practicality.&

For machine shop operators considering purchasing a milling machine, one of the most basic questions they have to answer relates to configuration: vertical or horizontal mill? The answer depends on their businesses’ nature—particularly the type and volume of work being done in the shop an

The New Possible podcast is a monthly podcast that sheds light on the future of making things – from COVID-19 ventilators to sustainable motorcycles. Each episode tells the story of how a company unlocked their new possible using Autodesk Fusion 360. Follow along as we dive into the who’s