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ThomCat316 · 02-28-2019, 01:29 AM

Hi, all!

Trying to model and then cut male forms for a composite streamliner travel trailer, and I'm wondering if there's a better software out there for my needs than Fusion 360.

Software parameters:
Free or very inexpensive
Can develop 3D surfaces in complex curves
Can output surface areas for total/selected areas
Can create forms with shell allowances
Can export forms to be cut on a CNC router

I saw that Macskyver had used Fusion 360 in his aeroshell design/build, and it seems to check a few of the boxes I have. What I am wondering is if there are better/simpler options for a beginner, or if I need to just get to learning this and enjoy having the new skill at the end of the learning curve.

Thanks for your opinions and help!

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ThomCat316 EcoModding Lurker Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL Posts: 36 Thanks: 5 Thanked 15 Times in 10 Posts	3D CAD for streamliner design - Fusion 360, or....? Hi, all! Trying to model and then cut male forms for a composite streamliner travel trailer, and I'm wondering if there's a better software out there for my needs than Fusion 360. Software parameters: Free or very inexpensive Can develop 3D surfaces in complex curves Can output surface areas for total/selected areas Can create forms with shell allowances Can export forms to be cut on a CNC router I saw that Macskyver had used Fusion 360 in his aeroshell design/build, and it seems to check a few of the boxes I have. What I am wondering is if there are better/simpler options for a beginner, or if I need to just get to learning this and enjoy having the new skill at the end of the learning curve. Thanks for your opinions and help!