Rastebenk

Paul Steffen Kleppe

This tutorial shows how to 3D-model a traditional Norwegian wooden outdoor bench (rastebenk). We start with establishing a concept sketch on paper with main dimensions and a Bill Of Material (BOM) from available stock material. Based on the paper sketches, we continue with creating 2D sketches in the 3D-Modelling software and using Extrude create solids. Further we use Symmetry, Pattern and Mirror to copy geometry and save some work. This tutorial also aims at demonstrating the efficiency of the multi body modelling approach to 3D-modelling.

Main dimensions – Side view
Main dimensions – Front view
Main dimensions with Bill Of Material (BOM)

Establishing 2D-Sketches and main geometry

Creating parametric 2D-Sketches and verify the robustness and scalability of the sketches

Sketch 1 – Main stiffeners
Sketch 2 – Legs
Sketch 3
Complete sketch geometry

Creating 2D-sketch geometry

Sketch 1 – Main beams
Sketch 2 – Leg
Sketch 3

3D-geometry

3D-Model

Final pictures