Fusion 360
Solid modeling program with CADD, CAM, Rendering, Drawing, Simulation, Mesh Editing, and Surface editing features.
Ways to get a free or low-cost Fusion360 License
Download: https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/free-trial
Non-commercial use of the software is free with some features restricted.
Students can use the software for three years free.
Startups can apply for a three-year free access. Application. License Overview
Seats of Fusion360 can be purchased per monthly, annually, or long term.
Resources to learn Fusion360
First Video to Watch: https://help.autodesk.com/view/fusion360/ENU/courses/AP-DESIGN-INTENT-TOP-DOWN-VS-BOTTOM-UP-RULE-1
Tutorials & Getting Started: https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/get-started
Fusion 360 Design Intro: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbfH2CEQX7li1w7-pbnXh2RlaCwYmsXhY
From Sketch to bodies, explained.
Fusion 360 CAM Intro: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbfH2CEQX7liAtFb58Qfo_7rSTRWTfvvs
Vendor Tool Libraries https://cam.autodesk.com/hsmtools how to use those tool libraries https://www.harveyperformance.com/in-the-loupe/hsm-fusion-tool-libraries/
Tormach - Fusion 360 to First Chips on a Tormach CNC
mHUB Fusion 360 Resources
We have a collection of Fusion360 models, tool definitions, etc specific to the equipment availalbe in the prototyping shop.
Asset library team access is available upon request. Please fill out this form https://mhubchicago.com/form/3237
mHUB Fusion 360 License Request
A limited number of Autodesk Fusion 360 licenses are available to members who have exhausted all other opportunities to use the software.
Fill out this form. Use the email address associated with your Autodesk account. You will receive a confirmation from mHUB staff, and a notice from Autodesk.