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Lars Christensen

Aug 28, 2017
2 min

Best Way To Learn Autodesk Fusion 360

My hero, Tony Robbins said: “You can only learn by connecting something unknown to something you already know.” Trying to learn a new CAD/CAM software can be painful, especially if you have no idea where to find someone to connect the unknown to the known. Now, there is a place for Fusion 360 users to close the gap between the unknown and known… The Getting Started Portal: https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/get-started I can still remember that Saturday afternoon i

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Lars Christensen

Apr 25, 2017
1 min

Job Shops— How About Working With An Autodesk Expert Before You Buy CAD/CAM Software?

Many will tell you that Fusion 360 is not only the latest CAD/CAM on the market but also very different…For example, different that the initial sale is not important; What is, is that you SUCCEED in using the software and continue to be successful using it. I still remember the Saturday afternoon when in frustration I throw my arms in the air and with tears in my eyes drove to Barnes&Noble to purchase SolidWorks for Dummies…What a defeat. That was when I realized that CAD & C

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Connect Design to Machining— Once Difficult, Now Easy

Lars Christensen

Aug 23, 2016
2 min

Connect Design to Machining— Once Difficult, Now Easy

There is no reason to argue the phrase “Because that is the way we have always done it…” is the stupidest reason for doing anything. However, the reason people are still holding on to this behavior is that of distrust and lack of confidence. I know that there have been times where I decided to start all over and completely re-program a part when faced with a few design changes. This is happens when there is a disconnect between design and machining. One question could be: is

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3 Things I Wish I Knew when I First Started using Fusion 360

Lars Christensen

Jun 29, 2016
3 min

3 Things I Wish I Knew when I First Started using Fusion 360

So there I am— Sitting in front of the latest most bad ass CAD/CAM package. Confused and thinking “I’m pretty sure I’m the only one that doesn’t get this.” “Youtube video at the button of this blog post.” Link to video We have all been there, and we will all be there again. There is nothing worse than struggling to learn new software. Here are 3 of the biggest lessons I’ve learned, and what I wish I had known when I first got started using Fusion 360. Import/Export… One of m

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Lars Christensen

Dec 16, 2015
1 min

Better CAD for CAM from Autodesk University

Last week I got to do two presentation at Autodesk University. It was a blast! Here is one of the tips from the “Better CAD for CAM” Presentation. If you want to watch both presentations (about 1 hour a piece) check out these links from Autodesk University: Better CAD for CAM Are you ready to learn Inventor HSM Hoe you enjoy! #CAD #Solidworks #Autodesk #AutodeskUniversity #CATIA #NX #CAM #Inventor #PTC

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Lars Christensen

Nov 5, 2015
1 min

CAD Tip: What you need to know about IGES and STEP files

Two CAD Tips this week! One might be the best tip I ever share; Round tripping your CAD files for better import! Also sharing some background information on IGES and STEP files I think you will totally love. Let me know what you think. Love your feedback! #CAD #Tip #Solidworks #Autodesk #CATIA #Siemens #Inventor #PTC

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Lars Christensen

Oct 26, 2015
2 min

Is CAD in the cloud helpful or painful?

CAD software is just another tool. Today’s CAD Developers need to look beyond the latest technology and more at how people are using it. It is not about how many new functions you can fit in there. We do not have time for the latest technology if it is not helping. More can be painful. CAD in the cloud: is it painful or helpful? If CAD is just another tool we are using to get to the final result, there should only be one question; does it really fit? An example: My father-in-

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Lars Christensen

Oct 22, 2015
1 min

CAD Tip: Model with All Features!

Great tip from @robcohee from twitter: Model the same part using different techniques. Extrude, Revolve, Sweep and Loft. Let me know what you think. Love your feedback! #CAD #Solidworks #Autodesk #Tips #CATIA #Siemens #3D #PTC

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Lars Christensen

Aug 19, 2015
1 min

CAD Tip: Do you have a CAD Modeling Style? Should you?

Do you always model up you 3D models the same way? Should you use different styles? I use Revolve, High Roller Stacking and my favorite manufacturing style all the time. What do you use? #CAD #Solidworks #Autodesk #YouTube #Tips #NX #Inventor #PTC

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Lars Christensen

Aug 4, 2015
1 min

CAD Tip: Where do you locate your CAD Origin?

If ever taken a CAD class; you normally get told that your first sketch geometry should be connected with the origin. This results that the origin many times gets located in a corner. Is there a better way? #CAD #Solidworks #Autodesk #YouTube #Tips #NX #Inventor #PTC

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Podcast Episode 11 – Quick CAD Tip, 7 Skills Needed to be a top engineer & CAD News

Lars Christensen

Jul 28, 2015
1 min

Podcast Episode 11 – Quick CAD Tip, 7 Skills Needed to be a top engineer & CAD News

#CAD #Autodesk #Delcam #Manufacturing #3DPrinting #CAM #Design

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Lars Christensen

Jul 27, 2015
1 min

CAD Tip: Start your CAD Design the right way

For some reason we have no patience with getting lines and arcs created on our CAD system. Many times resulting in going down the wrong path with our design. Resulting in recreating way to many things. This week’s tip is to slow down and maybe make sure you think through a few questions before drawing your first lines. #CAD #Solidworks #Autodesk #YouTube #Tips #NX #Inventor #PTC

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3 Reasons that Autodesk has Become the Manufacturing Leader

Lars Christensen

Jul 9, 2015
3 min

3 Reasons that Autodesk has Become the Manufacturing Leader

One of the more interesting questions is; how has Autodesk developed to become the leader of manufacturing? For those unfamiliar with Autodesk, the company’s rise and current leadership developing design and engineering software has improved the technical tools and helped manufacturing. There are plenty of individuals at Autodesk who have been a big part of shaping this new industry leadership. The engineers who are creating Autodesk products have switched attention to making

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Lars Christensen

May 8, 2015
1 min

Quick Inventor Tip: Direct editing

A quick Inventor tip that may possible be helpful kick starting your 3D day. #Autodesk #CAD #Inventor #Tips

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Podcast Episode 3 – What happened at Autodesk University and Manufacturing News You Want to Kn

Lars Christensen

Dec 16, 2014
1 min

Podcast Episode 3 – What happened at Autodesk University and Manufacturing News You Want to Kn

Show Notes: Need to do some quick annotations, try Skitch Autodesk University Education A360 Subscription Inventor HSM Pro Manufacturing News Lenovo Thinkpad W550 Mastercam X8 Delcam Partmaker 2015 #CAD #Solidworks #Autodesk #Manufacturing #CAM #Podcast

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Lars Christensen

Oct 30, 2014
2 min

What’s New from HSMWorks 2015

It’s that time again! SolidWorks released 2015, and HSMWorks is assuring that your best integrated CAM option fits right in with its 2015 release. HSMWorks has always stood out as a company that did not follow every other CAM lead. The fact is that though HSMWorks does release a major version every year, they also stuff new features in the Service Packs as they become available. This means that HSMWorks users actually get goodies all year round. It is also worth noting that t

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Let the SpaceMouse navigate your 3D creation

Lars Christensen

Nov 14, 2013
1 min

Let the SpaceMouse navigate your 3D creation

A beautiful well designed productivity tool from 3DConnexion. Check out the new SpaceMouse from 3DConnexion. When I 1st read about the 3D mouse being wireless I really thought no big deal, but after taking the new SpaceMouse for a test run I realized that I am a laptop guy that takes my CAD machine around with me daily. Then the price difference of $30 +/- seems well worth not having to plug and unplug since these devices seem to hang around your desk for awhile. On top of th

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4 Things you need to know about SolidWorks Rx

Lars Christensen

Oct 16, 2013
1 min

4 Things you need to know about SolidWorks Rx

It can quickly determine if you are having a graphics card issues It is simply the best way to get the right graphics driver for SolidWorks It is a great way to assure your computer is a lean mean CAD machine It can provide the right info to solve possible problems you might experiencing It has been almost 10 years since one of the main CAD influencers, Greg Jankowski from SolidWorks, wrote this intro for the Rx tool on cadalyst.com. The power of this tool is awesome. Here is

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3 Quick reasons to upgrade to SolidWorks 2014

Lars Christensen

Oct 9, 2013
1 min

3 Quick reasons to upgrade to SolidWorks 2014

If you are anything like me, you would prepare a 6 hours powerpoint presentation going through every detail of the 196 page What’s New pdf. Unfortunately I am pretty confident that management does not see the same fun in this. #CAD #Solidworks

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eDrawings…3 New features that could be game changers

Lars Christensen

Sep 25, 2013
1 min

eDrawings…3 New features that could be game changers

1.eDrawings Argumented Reality… This really works! Being able to use your tablets or smart phone’s camera to place your 3D design in your current environment is not just cool looking, but great as a sales tool or to present to the customer how things really is going to look like in its real life setting. See SolidWorks Blog Post 2.eDrawings on iPhone and Android devices… Being fully supported and reasonably priced I think eDrawings have found a new comfortable home on your

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About Me

What I'm doing now

YouTube and Social content creation

What I'm doing now

YouTube and Social content creation

Lars Christensen