Links to tools we use for CNC machining:
Tool Cart – https://amzn.to/3owW9ui
Anti-Fatigue Mat – https://amzn.to/3q6y12c
Gear Drawer – https://amzn.to/3nvTAaL
Torque Wrench – https://amzn.to/2LwFPev
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This video is a quick overview of how we machined out one of our landing gear parts for the DarkAero 1. We cover the machining operations, the tool paths, fixturing (work holding), and provide some good tips and tricks for machining your own components with tricky geometry.
Design for machining links:
1) 3D Hubs
https://www.3dhubs.com/guides/cnc-machining/#design-for-cnc
2) Xometry
https://pages.xometry.com/cnc-design-guide?_ga=2.111945731.642937549.1585421572-368240002.1576430309
3) Protolabs
https://get.protolabs.com/cnc-essentials-dg/?_ga=2.190505902.464113285.1585421509-2054685767.1581997737
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