Convert Images to 3D Models (Line-Art to Path Tutorial)
3,016In which I describe how to convert a bitmapped image to a path that Fusion 360 can use to make 3D models. It may not be the best way, but it sure beats having to trace out the pattern!
Step-by-step:
- Insert image into GIMP and use the Threshold option in the color menu to get a black and white image if you don't already have one.
- Export as PNG
- Import that image into Inkscape and select "Path - Trace bitmap"
- Delete the bitmap image from Inkscape
- Save as SVG
- Start sketch in Fusion
- Import SVG
- Done!
- Have pizza
Tools you will need:
- Gimp image editor (VERY useful for other things) : https://www.gimp.org/downloads/
- Inkscape : https://inkscape.org/en/download/
- Fusion 360 (You probably already have it) : https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/overview?mktvar002=698238&mkwid=sfZbQCulc|pcrid|193265048606|pkw|fusion%20360|pmt|e|pdv|c|&&gclid=CPqE-9GTqtUCFc-Cswod28cB-Q
Source of information: https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/fusion-360-design-validate/importing-svg-files-as-sketches/td-p/4534941
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