I got this idea that I could use a cad program to model layout, turning and finishing turned pieces in a CAD program.
The software would be free but I would sell a how to book.
Interested? This one may cost you ……… I’m thinking of writing a book “CAD for Wood-turners”.
If this is interesting to you comment and tell me what you think and how much a book like this should cost.
To wet your whistle click here: http://blog.turnedoutright.com/?page_id=54
Hi Jerry
I had a look at your depth gauge I like the idea you could turn it around and put a laser on the end and make it a bit higher and point directly onto the work, in cases when you need to make changer to the tailstock for deeper holes.
I would be interested in a starting guide to using Sketch book, starting out from cold is a big learning curve I see that on Utube you start with a lathe model – where did this come from?, just my two bob’s worth
Rick
Rick,
I didn’t write a book on general SketchUp because its already been written.
You can get “SketchUp for Dummies” as it in most bookstores. http://www.aidanchopra.com/
Also their are many free online starting guides avail from Google which are sited in my book.
I made the movie myself and the modeling comes from the book “woodturning with Sketchup” sold on this site.
There are also useful SketchUp links on
http://www.turnedoutright.blogspot.com in the sidebar
For more info Email me donny@turnedoutright.com
I created an online 3D tool that allows users to upload images of their blank block of wood and predict what it will look like when cut. It’s not a finished product, but I thought it might be of interest.
http://www.williamgrand.com/showcase/virtuallathe
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I use SketchUp and the book I wrote to model turnings…..
http://www.turnedoutright.com/woodturning-products/modelling-woodturning/