Welcome to this tutorial on creating a logo brick in Fusion 360. Fusion 360 is a powerful CAD tool that allows you to create custom 3D models. In this first step, we'll create a new design and start with a basic brick shape. You'll begin by clicking on Create Sketch, drawing a rectangle for your brick base, and then using the Extrude tool to give it height.
In step 2, we'll create a sketch on the top face of our brick to define the logo. First, select the top face of your brick, then click on Create Sketch to enter the sketch mode. Now you can use various sketch tools like Line, Circle, Arc, and Text to draw your logo design. For more complex logos, Fusion 360 allows you to import SVG files, which is great if you already have your logo in vector format. Position your sketch carefully on the brick surface.
In step 3, we'll extrude the logo sketch to create a 3D feature. Select the logo sketch profiles you created, then click on the Extrude tool. For a raised logo, also called embossing, drag the arrow outward from the brick surface and set the operation to Join. This will add material to create a raised logo. For a recessed logo, or debossing, drag the arrow inward into the brick and set the operation to Cut. This will remove material to create an indented logo. You can adjust the extrusion distance to control how much the logo stands out or recedes.
In step 4, we'll refine our logo brick with finishing touches. First, use the Fillet tool to soften sharp edges on both the brick and logo. This gives a more professional and 3D-printable result. You can also apply chamfers for a beveled look instead of rounded edges. Next, adjust the material properties to set the appearance of your brick, including color and finish. If you need multiple copies, you can use the Pattern tool to create arrays. Finally, export your model in the appropriate format for 3D printing or manufacturing. STL is commonly used for 3D printing, while STEP is better for CAD interchange.
To summarize what we've learned about creating logo bricks in Fusion 360: First, create your base brick shape using the Extrude tool on a rectangular sketch. Second, draw your logo directly using sketch tools or import an SVG file onto the brick's surface. Third, use the Extrude tool with either Join operation for a raised logo or Cut operation for a recessed logo. Fourth, refine your design by adding fillets or chamfers to soften edges and improve appearance. Finally, export your finished model in STL format for 3D printing or in another appropriate format for manufacturing. With these steps, you can create custom logo bricks for promotional items, educational tools, or personal projects.