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Juliana Misiko
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How to Create a Hanging Bird Nest Using SelfCAD’s AI Assistant

How to Create a Hanging Bird Nest Using SelfCAD’s AI Assistant
Creating a hanging bird nest can be a fun and creative 3D modeling project, and SelfCAD’s AI Assistant makes it easier to turn your idea into a detailed design. In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to use SelfCAD’s AI-powered tools to create a hanging bird nest, customize its shape and features, and prepare the model for 3D printing. Whether you’re new to 3D modeling or looking for a quick way to bring your ideas to life, this guide will walk you through the process step by step.

Once you launch the editor, click on AI modeling on the Toolbar as shown below

The highlighted box indicates where we input our prompt

The assistant feedback suggests the elements that will be included in the model. Once we’ve reviewed them, we click Prepare parts


The window shows the dimensions of the model, and since we will be including all the elements, we click on Generate Elements

Beside each element in this process, you’ll see the ‘Creating’ sign. Wait until all the elements have finished generating and the sign turns to ‘Ready’. Click ‘Assemble Model’

Click on Preview Assembly to see how the model turned out


This is how the model turned out

As you continue honing your design skills, remember that SelfCAD offers a wealth of resources to support your learning journey. To deepen your understanding and explore more advanced features, consider checking out the interactive tutorials (https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials) available on the SelfCAD website. The tutorials page provides a treasure trove of guides, tips, and tricks that cater to designers of all levels.
More structured learning experience can also be accessed at the SelfCAD Academy (https://www.selfcad.com/academy/curriculum/), https://www.youtube.com/@3dmodeling101, and 3D Modeling 101 series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL74nFNT8yS9DcE1UlUUdiR1wFGv9DDfTB). This comprehensive resource offers in-depth courses taught by industry experts, allowing you to master the intricacies of SelfCAD at your own pace

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