Jake Armstrong Design

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  • Reverse Engineering Workflow

    Reverse Engineering Workflow

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    Since the affordability of 3D scanners, CAD software, and 3D printing has opened up the possibilities for makers in many different industries, more people are tapping into the capabilities and unlocking creative avenues through the use of these tools. One industry in particular that offers highly customizable products is the automotive aftermarket part market. Custom…

  • Rhino 8: First Look

    Rhino 8: First Look

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    The good folks at McNeel & Associates have released the 8th edition of their Rhinoceros software. This is 3 years after the release of Rhino 7. Rhino 6 was not even a year before 7 so this has been some time since the last release. I interestingly took a stroll on the McNeel Wiki page…

  • Benefits of using 3D Printing over CNC Machining

    Benefits of using 3D Printing over CNC Machining

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    3D printing is probably more widely known to the general public than CNC machining is. CNC machining has been around longer, since 1952, while the first 3D printer was designed in 1981. 3D printers come in all kinds of different shapes, sizes, and even types. They are helpful machines and now are user friendly. 3d…

  • The 4 Rhino Commands That Get You Modeling In 3D Fast

    The 4 Rhino Commands That Get You Modeling In 3D Fast

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    Rhinoceros is command based 3D software. It’s one of the reasons why I love it. There are hundreds of commands to utilize, and as you use the software more and more, you start to realize that every modeling hurdle you come across usually has a command to combat it. You have to understand that the…

  • Staubli Robot Programming Training

    Staubli Robot Programming Training

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    I revel in every opportunity to learn something new. Many people hate having to go to training, and I am not one of those people! I believe learning from experts in areas that can expand my perspective and add tools to my toolbox, is invaluable. This week I’ve had the opportunity to take a crash…

  • Guess who’s back?

    Guess who’s back?

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    Hey internet, it’s Jake. I’ve been away for some time. But it feels damn good to be back on the web. Writing my own piece of content, on my own website. It’s taken many years, and I’ve failed many times. But each time you get a little better, you know? I plan to really get…