Hi I have just completed under your new version of Fusion 360 and all worked well. Thanks for your assistance and easy to follow. Cheers Ian

Thanks for the lesson. It took me a while to find my way as my Fusion 360 is slightly different and I had to search for the various icons etc but I managed after a few shots. Thanks and looking forward to number 2. Cheers Ian

As always, well done. BTW, this part reminds me of a set of parts on the Grumman A-6 that joined the wings to the fuselage. I did some stress computations for it in the mid '80s.

Thanks for the videos, I made it through Part 7 revised, but then could not find part 8. There are un-revised versions but I'm unsure of the GUI similarity and the continuity with the revised, can you comment on this?

Thanks for this tutorial! Very well done, and I appreciate the effort to make sure our results look like yours, not just in the 3d model /per se/ but alto the interactions. I'm using Fusion 360 on a Macbook and will be building models for 3D printing, FDM for now and resin later.

Flaw with line to arc function the ability to arc the curve from a line seems to be limited to one direction when I come from left it goes down, from right it goes up, can see how to alter the direction?

Yes brother

I have no idea if you are still looking at comments but I'm on part three. I had a lot of problems because it was not doing what I wanted. Had to delete and start over and even then it had a lot of issues. Maybe this could be modified to have some correction done closer to the point of being done rather than waiting a long time, then go back and show the more global updates.

Thanks for this great video and the exercises

Thanks for this, this is so helpful for those teaching themselves

I've been trying to work through the tutorials, and am becoming frustrated. My version of Fusion 360 seems to behave differently than your upgraded tutorials. I've clicked on the 'preferences' link, and the list of preferences is some 3 years old, and considerably different than my version. When I try to duplicate the actions in your tutorials, I seem to get different results, for example, clicking on "Origin" in my version does not bring up the 3-axis display it does in your tutorial. I'm finding it difficult to duplicate your tutorial in my program, and frequently find myself going back many times to try to understand what you did in the blink of an eye. Initially, I was very enthusiastic about your learning program, but am quickly becoming disillusioned.

Cloud software is a deal breaker for me... unfortunately everything heading that way. If your work is on someone else's computer, then it isn't yours... and if you stop paying you lose access. Can't think of anything worse and i don't trust these companies with my data.

Arnold, thanks for the info. I don't use a CAD program that often but will stick with Fusion. I guess you would say I am out of the loop totally as I was unaware that Fusion360 changed its name. I still like all your videos for FusionXXX.

Hey Arnold, just wanted to say how glad I am your videos have taken off and stated to get the views you deserve. Alas I haven't had the time to carry on with cad or watching your output since the early days of your channel. Good for you mate, keep up the good work.😊

I'm not going to skip ahead to find out but I am hoping that you have included something about 3D Sketches. Thanks again.

I'm just getting started - have struggled to figure out the program on my own so I watched and followed the first video without any difficulty whatsoever! You made it a piece of cake! About to start the Preferences and then Part 2 videos. Thank you for how well you explain these things.

Thanks Arnold well done. I also saw Angus's video a few weeks back. Personally I think he was wrong to write off FreeCAD like he did. Its always improving and has recently fixed its topological naming problem, the main reason it has been rejected as a viable contender. From my understanding, it has some big methodological differences from the others, but its still quite as capable. Its workbenches actually make it more diversely capable than Fusion and Oneshape. Learning its quirks does take a brain shift, but thats all. I honestly feel that entering Freecad at this point is a ground floor opportunity for a piece of software that is only going to increase its market share. I think to overlook it on the say so of Angus, might lead you to miss out. I know time is your enemy, but I do wonder of FC has now come of age to be considered as a viable and free alternative. Also there is a new 3D CAD being shoehorned into Blender, that is attracting a lot of attention. It also looks strong but has another learning curve attached too. Also keep in mind, not everyone wants to design an F1 race engine, and FreeCAD is more than capable for hobby level, to light industrial design work. I love the idea that with FreeCad you can load it onto as many computers as you want. You can use it offline. Its free and always will be. For the Blender CAD, visit cadsketcher dot com

I'm using Solid Edge. I think that is the best of them all, and free for personal use.

Arnold, thank you for the tutorials. I just retired and have a 3D printer (QiDi X-Plus-3) with which I wanted to design parts. I tried to get the 16 drawings you offered, but the code no longer works. I also tried purchasing them through PayPal, but that didn't work either. How can I get the drawings from you? Warren

Nothing beats Fusion for hobbyists. Everything else is inferior.

Hi Arnold 👋🏼👋🏼 I’m sort of stuck with Fusion ( paid licence), because I use the CAM capability. Note: I’m a hobbyist; I’m retired… so not flush with cash… so I too RESENT being screwed by Autodesk. I will say however…. that Fusion is the ants pants . I’m designing and building a 5” gge. live steam loco…. and the design capabilities of Fusion allow me to ‘trial’ assemble components to see if they will fit. The section analysis tool gets used almost every day… as does the ‘measure’ tool once I’ve done a section. Stand alone CAM software is 1), out of reach, and 2), needs ‘integration’. Fusion ( though expensive) gives me both. I started out as a ‘free-use’ hobbyist…. and I’ve watched Fusion 360 gradually attack that high-end clique over the years. Good luck to them…. I just hope I can complete my design & build before they REALLY start turning the ‘subscription screw’ 😖 Regards Robert PS Thanks for sticking with the ‘how to’ videos… VERY much appreciated.

I have paid the $80 for a year of the 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS for Makers. Now I just have to learn how to use it.. 😉

What do you think about Plasticity? I know it's not free, but it has an interesting price. It's primarily intended as a tool for artists, but it might be useful for engineers as well.

I have that same shirt & several other from the collection. Woot!

I hear you loud and clear. The prices of Fusion has gone over the top. It has stopped me from purchasing it. I like the idea of Solid Edge. Hopefully I can continue to learn it with your help!

Ondsel is on GitHub (a fork of FreeCAD).

Alibre ?

I wasn't even aware that Solid Edge existed until about a year ago because It never showed up in any search I did for free CAD/3d modelling software. Solidworks for Makers is only $48/year which is a real bargain. I'm trying to use both of these to see which one I prefer, as they both seem to have all the functionality any hobbyist might need. I am angling more towards Solid Edge as it is completely cost free.

Rhino! ~ $1000 and you own the version license. Reasonable upgrade cost and cheap license for students.

What about Turbocad?

like to see alternative CAD to fusion, thanks for your work.

When a CNC machine (commercial machine for hobby) is put into the mix Fusion with built in CAM is really a bargain for me at a early purchase price of $310 per year. I do have a back up older version OneCNC Pro CAD/CAM package that is a permanent license, even at the $310, while a bargain is rarely used any more. Fusion is due again in October of this year so I just might revert back to the older OneCNC Package, not the modeling power of Fusion but still plenty of options for all that I really need any more.

Looking into FreeCAD and watching closely to BlenderCAD BlenderCAM for the gcode cnc milling. Missing fillet and chamfer in blender atm

Arnold Rowntree, awesome video keep up the amazing work

Nice work Arnold. Have you had any issues with Fusion/Autodesk Community website? When I use it keeps on signing me in and out like the page is refreshing all the time. This is making it impossible to post to ask for help. Thanks for your time you have dedicated to help others.

This is such a great channel with great info! Thanks for all you do

I've tried to learn various other CAD software before, and always became so frustrated that I quit. This tutorial was the best training software I've ever used, and I'm feeling confident about completing the rest of the exercises. People say that you can't teach an old dog new tricks, but in spite of being 73 years of age, I'm going to prove them wrong!

Wow Arnold, great Fusion tutorials!!! I was very intimidated by Fusion 360, but you made it very easy, thanks a million!!!

The best tutorials so far I used for Fusion360, thanks you so much, much appreciated!!!

Link to the drawings is broken 😞

Hello, I am brand new to any CAD programming. I downloaded your PDF, however your preference settings are not included. I hope I have been able to follow your on-line instructions properly. So far I have gone through 4 of your beginner tutorials. Some several times. Your instructions are very clear and easy to follow. I believe my version of Fusion 360 (for personal use) is different from yours as some of the menu options are different. Thank you for your time in creating these tutorials!

Hey Arnold I have a fusion 360 exam coming up. Thanks for the many tips you give throughout this series!

I loved the Part 1 video, but I can't get this Part 2 to load. I get a spinning circle, both on Chrome and Firefox. Maybe you're updating now. Will try again later. I'll look at Part 3 now. --- After about 10 minutes, Part 2 loaded up and started.

Thanks for the tutorials Arnold! They've been extremely helpful! I encourage anyone reading this that went through all 16 parts to buy him a cup of coffee!

thx Arnold, where do I find the tutorial about the Geneva Wheel

thank you so much for teaching me , how do I find more videos about the Geneva wheel

How can I find help with the Geneva wheel

Hi Arnold, Ray from sunny Qld here sitting near the fire place taking advantage of your good nature and videos. Much appreciated, clear instruction. What is the best way to converse with you re-learning Fusion or engineering questions? Just watching tutorial revised part 7 you say origin back facing on the same axis mine is saying Righthand. Thanks for your invaluable time, Ray.

I had to work on this one for many little reasons...Once completed, I set it in stone. Marble stone.

I am enjoying the thought process and work flow. Thank you!