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By kietcallies Tutorial October 30, 2017

This morning, while getting ready for school, McKenzie, my 11-year-old daughter, informed me that she need a breaking wheel for her saints school project by this afternoon. Of course, I had no idea what she was talking about, so she Googled an image of a breaking wheel for me. After some additional Googling, I settled up this image as the basis of my design:

Now I had to take this raster image and make it into a vector art, and here is where Inkscape came in to the rescue. I imported the raster art into Inkscape:

Then I opened Trace Bitmap under the Path menu:

And ran the trace:

Now I wanted out a cutting template, so I had to get rid much of the detail of the trace by deleting many of the interior nodes. I eventually came up with this:

Then I imported this SVG vector art into Inventable’s Easel web app:

I loaded a 26″x26″ sheet of 1/2″ MDF and let the Shapeoko do its work:

Ignore the timestamp. I forgot to reset the camera clock.

I rounded the rough edges with a trim router and a rounding bit and then added some cable clips to represent spikes on the breaking wheel. Hopefully, McKenzie will be impressed.

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From an early age, Minh-Kiet Callies has been drawn to the creative process, finding joy in transforming ideas into tangible realities. With a passion for making, creating, and designing, Minh-Kiet has embarked on a journey of exploration and self-expression through various mediums.

A self-proclaimed "maker," Minh-Kiet finds fulfillment in the hands-on experience of crafting objects and bringing them to life. Whether it's woodworking, metalworking, or experimenting with new technologies, Minh-Kiet relishes the challenges and rewards of the creative process.

Beyond the physical act of making, Minh-Kiet is also a skilled creator and designer. With an eye for detail and a knack for problem-solving, Minh-Kiet approaches each project with a focus on functionality, aesthetics, and innovation. Their designs reflect a deep understanding of materials, techniques, and user experience.

Throughout their journey, Minh-Kiet has continuously expanded their skillset, seeking out new tools and technologies to enhance their creative capabilities. From traditional hand tools to digital fabrication machines, Minh-Kiet embraces the possibilities that each medium offers.

A strong advocate for sharing knowledge and fostering collaboration within the maker community, Minh-Kiet is an active participant in workshops, online forums, and local maker spaces. They believe that the exchange of ideas and experiences is essential for personal growth and the advancement of the maker movement.

As Minh-Kiet continues to explore the vast realm of making, creating, and designing, they remain committed to pushing boundaries, embracing challenges, and inspiring others through their work. With an unwavering passion for creativity and a deep appreciation for the power of making, Minh-Kiet Callies is an embodiment of the maker spirit.

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