How do you model complex curves? (kbin.run)

submitted 7 months ago by Kraiden@kbin.run to c/3dprinting@lemmy.world

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Can someone explain or point me towards a good tutorial that explains how to match complex curves, like the PS5 side panels?

I want to make a controller stand that sits on top of my PS5 in it's horizontal position.

I'm most familiar (but still very beginner) with Fusion 360, but I'm open to trying other software if there's some killer feature that makes this easier.

Any tips appreciated, thanks.

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[-] RamblingPanda@lemmynsfw.com 1 points 7 months ago

If you have a flatbed scanner, use that to scan the curve (or take a picture if you don't). Import it to fusion, set the dimensions you measured, trace with splines.

You'll have to print some tests I guess, so only print some layers and check the fit before you invest several hours into the final print.

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