Design (Onshape)

Onshape is a free 3D design program that runs in the browser. It is how lab projects get from a sketch to a part that can be 3D printed, such as enclosures, mounts and brackets.

Get set up

Tool: onshape.com, free on the Education plan.
Account: ask in room 3106 which account to use.
Runs: in the Chrome browser. A mouse is easier than a trackpad.

Suggested progression

Learn the basics. Read and practice · Onshape Learning Center - Onshape’s own courses and tutorials. Start here.
Lab projects. Lab guide · Design Lab Guide - D1 First Part, D2 Sphere and Shapes, D3 Enclosure for an Arduino.

Draft

The lab guide is a first pass, not yet tested with students. Account setup and Onshape menu names are still to be confirmed.

Connections to other tools

The D3 box holds an Arduino. Its sound can be measured in Data Science (DS4).