From the course: Learning RhinoCAM

Introduction

From the course: Learning RhinoCAM

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Introduction

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- [Voiceover] Welcome. My name is Taylor Hokanson and I'm an assistant professor of art at Columbia College of Chicago. In this series we'll discuss how to prepare digital models for fabrication on a computer numerical control milling machine. Also known as a CNC mill. CNC mills have been around for many years, but it's only more recently that artists, designers, and DIY engineers have been able to access this technology outside big industry. If you follow along with all the videos in this series, you'll learn how to convert a 3D model into a tool path. Or a series of directions for a CNC mill to follow. This course will not cover the operation of the machine itself, as there are many brands of mill to choose from, each with their own individual settings and features. Rather than cover absolutely everything in this course, I'll assume that you already are comfortable with the Windows operating system. I'll also assume that you know how to generate 2D and 3D graphics in Adobe Illustrator and Rhinoceros. If you're still a novice on any of these topics, Lynda.com has many excellent tutorials that you may want to watch first. We'll also discuss how to import material from different graphics programs that you might be more comfortable with. Many of the videos in this course are paired with an exercise file. These files are only available to certain Lynda.com membership levels. Though the files will make things more convenient, I've provided all the steps necessary for you to follow along with your own models and graphics. So, let's get started. I'm glad to have the opportunity to introduce you to RhinoCAM, toolpathing and the exciting world of digital fabrication.

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