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Re: gEDA-user: PCB+GL resistor p0rn
Matthew Wilkins wrote:
> 1. make FreeCAD 3D models for each of the components
> 2. generate an XY place file, board outline file and drill file in PCB
> 3. run a python script in FreeCAD that generates a model of the board
> based on the outline gerber file.
> Make holes using data from the drill file.
> 4. Run a script that makes an assembly by placing components based
> on the XY place file.
This is exactly, what I had in mind, when I opened the subject
"A different approach to 3D modeling" :-)
> At this point you should have a 3D model of the board, right in a
> 3D CAD program that can be used to model enclosures and other parts.
And a path to create high quality rendered images or even animations
with blender. Imagine a low-level flight through your populated board...
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