Sketchup Logo overlaid on paper and pencil

How to Trace an Image for SketchUp

Sketchup Logo overlaid on paper and pencil

SketchUp is a popular 3D modeling program used worldwide—by industries, students and hobbyists alike. With it, you can create any number of 2D and 3D models. You can even trace using SketchUp. It doesn’t provide for automatic tracing, but don’t worry—tracing is…

Dassault Systemes Logo on Gradient

Dassault Systèmes – Everything You Need To Know

Dassault Systemes Logo on Gradient

Dassault Systèmes is a multinational software company that specializes in 3D design and product lifecycle management (PLM) software. The company is best known for its flagship products CATIA and SolidWorks. Since its inception, Dassault has spread its influence from the aerospace…

How Industries Use CAD: Engineering

Since the introduction of CAD, design work that once used pen and paper now uses computers. CAD software replaces the traditional drawing board and makes design processes faster and smarter than ever before. CAD is a feature of every industry that…

Vectorize Logo For CNC

How To Vectorize A Logo For CNC

Vectorize Logo For CNC

CNC brings about a realm of possibilities in the maker movement. By using tools like CNC mills, laser cutters and routers, you could produce anything from laptop decals to wooden signs. And the best part? Taking your design to fabrication doesn’t…

CAD in Architecture

How Industries Use CAD: Architecture

CAD in Architecture

CAD software has changed the way the world works, particularly in the engineering and architectural industries. It has replaced traditional drafting and design methods like pen and paper, allowing industries to plan, simulate and produce their new ideas in a single…

Top 3D CAD Models Part 2

Top 20 3D CAD Models to Try Out (Part 2)

Top 3D CAD Models Part 2

There’s no such thing as too much inspiration when it comes to CAD models—which is why we’ve decided to give you a second bunch of great CAD models to try out. So if inspiration is still wearing thin, don’t worry—Scan2CAD has…

Cut Ready CNC DXF Designs

Cut-Ready CNC DXF Designs | Free Downloads

Cut Ready CNC DXF Designs

CNC is at the heart of today’s maker community. All you need nowadays to start a project off is a cut-ready CNC DXF design and a CNC machine. The possibilities are endless—you could create a variety of products ranging from stencils to laser-cut…