This how-to is for exporting a part from Autodesk Inventor and importing to Ultimaker Cura for 3D Printing. Once you export a STL file, it can be used with programs other than Cura. Step 1 Open your part in Autodesk Inventor Step 2 Go to File->Export->CAD Format Step 3 A “Save As” box should appear. Click “Options” ...
This how-to is for correcting axis orientations or rotation issues when exporting a file from Inventor to Cura. improper orientation causes this issue in Cura Step 1 Open Inventor. Export as an STL and import into Cura (how to export a STL here) Do not rotate the model in Cura Step 2 Rotate your view in Inventor to match the Cura model. This will make the next steps more intuitive. ...
In May 2012, the end of my junior year of high school, I began to develop great interest in a personal CNC machine. A CNC machine is a beautiful thing, and the process of homebuilding a CNC machine emcompasses design, building, and utilization. The design demonstrates creativity and planning, building demonstrates an understanding of mechanics and craftsmanship, and utilization restarts the process at design again. A tool to make new things, limited mostly by one’s creativity. ...