How to make a 3D draped flag with CNC

Create a 3D CAD Model of the Historic Gonzalez Flag "Come and Take It" - CNC Tutorial

Learn how to design and model the iconic "Come and Take It" flag from the Texas Revolution using 3D CAD software. This comprehensive tutorial will guide you through every step, from sketching the flag's design to adding intricate details.

In this tutorial, you'll learn how to:

Use Vectric Aspire to design and create the flag's intricate patterns and lettering.
Import the design into Onefinity CNC software for machine control.
Utilize a Laguna SmartShop 2 Pro CNC router to cut the flag from a sheet of acrylic or wood.
Use Bits & Bits brand bits for precise and efficient cutting.
Perfect for history buffs, CAD enthusiasts, or anyone looking to create a unique 3D model using CNC technology.

Timeline:

0:00 - Intro
1:59 - Patriot Nation Design website and draped flag file
3:10 - Vectric Aspire material set-up
3:55 - Import Draped Flag file into Aspire & setting the initial 3D file orientation
5:30 - Vectric Aspire setting position to relative to modeling plane
6:06 - Set Component Properties in Vectric Aspire
7:30 - Import DXF file into Vectric Aspire
8:02 - Create rounded surface on shape using Aspire Rounding Tool
8:40 - Change base height on component on Vectric Aspire
9:36 - Create angular surface on shape using Aspire Angular Tool
13:42 - Resize Component on Vectric Aspire
14:40 - Create a Vector Boundary in Vectric Aspire
16:39 - Create an Arc in Vectric Aspire
18:15 - Snip/Cut lines in Vectric
18:25 - Distort line using the Distort Object Tool in Vectric Aspire
19:44 - Change Node direction in Vectric
24:32 - Download Bits & Bits Tool Database from website
25:14 - Import Bits & Bits Tool Database into Vectric
26:31 - Create 3D Finishing Toolpath in Vectric Aspire
30:14 - Create 2D Profile Toolpath in Vectric Aspire
32:55 - Toolpath Summary in Vectric
34:40 - Cutting the first flag with Onefinity CNC
36:33 - Starting Dust Collection for the Onefinity CNC
40:14 - CNC cutting the Baltic Birch version with the Laguna SmartShop 2 Pro
43:44 - Cutting the Walnut version with the Onefinity CNC
48:08 - Sanding the Walnut draped flag
48:58 - Water Pop (too much)
49:55 - Howards Cutting Board Oil
51:09 - Draped flag (Gonzalez - Come And Take It) Close-out & Reviews


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Patriot Nation Designs
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Bits & Bits
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Onefinity
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Laguna SmartShop 2 Pro
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