Modeling with T-Splines in Fusion 360 (2021)

T-Splines in Fusion 360 offer a unique "free form" approach to modeling. T-Splines in conjunction with Solid and Surface modeling are what make Fusion 360 so unique - the ability to model with 3 types in one software package.

This introduction to T-splines will teach you everything you need to know to get started - including best practices, common workflows, and a simple practice object.

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0:00 - Intro to T-splines in Fusion 360
0:30 - What type of modeling is Fusion 360?
2:02 - How to start a T-spline model in Fusion 360
6:30 - What are T-splines?
7:21 - NURBS vs T-splines explained
9:00 - Subdividing T-spline faces in Fusion 360
10:45 - Using symmetry with Fusion 360 t-splines
13:00 - How to edit T-splines in Fusion 360
14:20 - Does Finish Form make a Surface or Solid?
15:08 - Extruding T-spline faces Fusion 360
16:34 - Fill Hole in Fusion 360 T-splines
17:10 - Fusion 360 T-spline selection filters
18:42 - Finishing a T-spline body with Solid tools

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[GoblinBlaster]

Knowing that holding Alt down to do an extrude is such a game changer for me. The only other modeling software I've used was Maya in school so I'm used to extruding faces and offsetting faces to create things. This was a super useful tutorial

[jamesrguk]

This was another great tutorial. I subsequently designed my own pumpkin and now my friends have been emailing me their children's pumpkin face drawings.

I import as a canvas on an offset plane and then create a sketch over the top and extrude/cut then 3D print them. Bespoke pumpkins!

They look great in white PLA with a battery powered nightlight in

Digital pumpkin carving is now actually a reality!

[AthanCondax]

Great tutorial as always! I've gotten very comfortable with solid modelling over the last few months but have always steered clear of form and surface modeling. I especially liked the tip where you used a surface to create a thickened cut in the model.

[scrapeape]

i made mine with a flat back so it’ll print more easily. i snapped control points along the back to some lines drawn where i intended to do the cut first so it wouldn’t be as deep but i ended up having to fill a hole anyway. great tutorial! Thank you!

[michaelzimmer]

Such a great video man. I know it's a couple years old but it's exactly where I'm at with my skills. Thanks and keep'em coming!

[kslong]

I love this guy's videos, easy to understand and learn from.

His voice so reminds me of John Bunnell from Wildest Police Chases...
So hold on tight, the action starts now!

[keanorobotics]

Great tutorial Kevin. I have always find free form modelling a little difficult to grasp but I learned a lot from your tutorial. Keep it up

[ndcapper]

Great video! Helped me understand forms and how it is used in the overall modeling concept with surface and solid.

[drbishy_hao]

Thanks Kevin for sharing good tips and tricks on T Spline body...want to see more

[F_CPB]

1:45 I always used to think they removed it from free version. Now I know how to access it thanks!

[CraigHollabaugh]

Wonderful video. I definitely need to now watch your form videos. Also added you to my Patreon support list. Thanks.

[billyfrank]

Great video Kevin, Thank You!... Looking forward to more videos on sculpt and surfacing and appreciate you doing these for us!

[piyushpalsania]

Thank you Product Design Online ( Kevin ) I have watched this video and model this pumpkin

[winstoncooper]

Wowow dude!! Thanks!! Your sooo clear in your details!! Your helping me fill in all the gaps in areas I wasn't sure or didn't understand!!

[summerofplastic]

Me this week: Hmm I wonder how you’d 3D model a pumpkin...
Kevin: In my next episode I will show you how to model a pumpkin

Thanks!

[AsimAntuleVlogs]

Thank you so much for such a detailed tutorial, it really helped. God bless you.❤

[andreemcaldas]

Nice video.
I think the relation of T-Splines and NURBS is the other way around. NURBS surfaces are a subset. Every NURBS surface is a T-Spline. T-Splines are a superset.

[gonzabouchet]

You make things seem so easy! I love your videos

[fastcomputer]

Just subscribed to your channel. I find your videos very helpful for me, because I'm trying to design a custom gaming mouse.

[JoeStanfordDoughty]

Thank you so much, I understood everything and enjoyed the tutorial