This was my first experience with creating a 3D object, and it was a very exciting process. To ease myself into 3D modeling, I wanted to choose an object that seemed simple enough overall to not get too bogged down, yet contained enough complexities to still challenge me in the learning process, and my pencil proved to be perfect for this, being a moderately difficult object to model.
Two areas of the pencil gave me some difficulty; the tip of the pencil and the green attachment. It took me some time to figure out the revolving tool to make the cone for the tip of the pencil, as well as figuring out how to add elements to the side of what was already made. As a result, I had to compromise by not adding any lead to the pencil, since I wasn’t sure how to cut the cone after I made it.
There are many uses for such a software for research and teaching. For teaching, this software could be incredibly useful for an engineering class, as 3D prints could likely be made from these models. For research, this software would be very helpful in testing various designs of objects, envisioning ideas, and preserving objects or places digitally.
For fellow newbies to Fusion 360, selecting different planes within the sketch tool was something I wish I discovered sooner, as it enabled me to create the cone as well as the green attachment on the side of the pencil. The revolve tool was also very useful, so I also recommend playing around with that tool for novice Fusion 360 users.
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The details of your modeled pencil is so impressive! You made great use of Fusion 360 to create realistic parts of the pencil, including the difficult ones such as the pencil tip and rubber. The only problem I can find (with maximum effort) is that the bottom rubber has a black rim around it, which might be better portrayed as grey. Beyond that, your work is an absolute beauty and I hope to learn from you!