How to Design a Vegetable Cutting Mat using 3D CAD Software
Instead of simply purchasing one from a store, modern design software now allows us to create personalized versions of items that suit individual needs. SelfCAD, an intuitive 3D modeling platform, makes this possible by providing a range of tools that allow designers to sketch, shape, and refine objects with precision. By using SelfCAD to design a vegetable cutting mat, we can experiment with textures, dimensions, and ergonomic features to create a product that is not only functional but also visually appealing. This article will guide readers through the design process, showing how digital creativity can be transformed into a practical household item
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Once you’ve launched the editor;
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cylinder; Set height to 10, vertical segments to 128, arc to 180, position x to -75, , rotation y to 180.
Tick the checkmark to finalize cylinder
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cube; Set width to 150, height to 10, position x to 25.
Tick the checkmark finalize cube
Click on mesh 4 to select it
Click Boolean on the toolbar; From the tool panel choose union.
Tick the checkmark to finalize union
Click copy button to copy selected objects; From the right panel choose cube selection, Set left to 90
Tick the checkmark to finalize cube selection
Click delete button to delete selected objects
Click scale on the toolbar; Set z to 80, x to 70
Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel
Click move on the toolbar; Set y to 10.
Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel
Click on union 1 to select it. Click on union 1(1) to deselect
Click to activate polygon selection; Click on highlighted region to select it
From the modify category on the toolbar choose inset; Set inset amount to 5.
Tick the checkmark to finalize inset
Click on highlighted region to deselect it
Click to activate face selection; Click on the gear icon to open the advanced selection tools, set loop selection to true,
click on highlighted face to select loop from the object.
Click ‘x’ to close selection settings panel
From the modify category on the toolbar choose extrusion; Set extrusion amount to 10.
Tick the checkmark to finalize extrusion
Click on highlighted region to deselect it
Click to activate edge selection; Click on highlighted region to select it
Click move on the toolbar; Set y to 10 using highlighted gizmo.
Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel
Click on highlighted region to deselect it
Click on highlighted region to select it; Click move on the toolbar; Set y to 10 using highlighted gizmo
Click ‘x’ to close transformation panel
Click highlighted part on selection cube to turn off region selection
Click on union 1(1) to select it; Click Boolean on the toolbar; From the tool panel choose union.
Tick the checkmark to finalize union
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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