This example of 3D relief carving can be bent, morphed, smoothed etc and then cnc machined. Have 8 more examples at link below to web site. The math modeling and point cloud processing can be applied to flat or curved surface. 3D cnc carving on flat or curved surface now has no boundaries in design or machining. Technology , math and old craftsmanship are great tools of the trade. Studio 3D sketch modeling is 3D brainstorming in real time. Very powerful tool for concept modeling. Real time morphing surface or point cloud works if have node to node connectivity. Together with 5 axis CNC make prototype dreams come true. 3D Digital boundaries in design is knowing the process up front through the cnc machining of product. Don’t imagine the shape bend reality with style. What type wood would be best to show detail and quality?
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I would use tulip poplar, mahogany, or walnut. They will machine well and will be the least likely to show any burn marks from any plunge cuts or slow feed speeds. Hard maple and cherry are harder and will hold better small details. They burn very easily and will require faster feeds.
Add Hiclory to the hardwoods. Gives excellent fine details.Originally Posted by low_48
Jerry
Well I would steer away from woods that have prominent graining or patterns....which most of the woods mentioned have......maybe something like basswood......
Almost any wood would be suitable, it all depends on the finish you require.
maple nice tight grain
My first thought, if you are simply making a display or show piece that needn't match a larger project, was IRONWOOD - though it's slow going. It's incredibly strong, dark and beautiful and can handle whatever fine detail you might want to cut into it (though won't take a finish other than oil or wax).
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