CNC Router
Router... I barely know her. For the intro project we were task to create a maze made out of foam
Step 1
As always we start with the design process, I went with the design in the second photo
Step 2
Moving over to inventor I designed my maze
Step 3
Unfortunately the router can't use an .ipt so we now need to export the file to Fusion 360. While in Fusion 360 we need to set up a tool path so the router knows how to cut the maze.
Step 4
With the tool path made its time to cut the maze out
Finished Product
After I had the maze cut out I moved over to the laser to engrave my maze
Conclusion
The router ended up being one of the more complex learning experiences for me. The designing process of the maze was deceptively easy, and was actually extremely hard. I struggled through the process but ended up learning a lot of little tricks to make the whole process easier. The actual operating of the router also proved difficult and i needed the help of a couple students to help me along the way. Overall the router was is one of the more practical machines that has a wide variety of application and utility.