The AKU file is the file format read by the software, you have to have the program to open the file. ![]() It’s made to feed into a shaping machine but it can also help you with your custom shaping projects. The software is made for both Mac and PC and provides a 3D environment to design surfboards. It is really easy to use and lots of fun. The AKU shaping software is the software that was developed to use with the AKU machine (but you can use it without buying the machine too). The AKU is a machine used to ‘machine shape’ a surfboard blank. AKU Shaping Machine AKU Surfboard Shaping Software But remember, if you want to learn how to surf before making them visit our Surf School in Tenerife.The AKU shaping software is a fun tool to use to throw together some surfboard shaping ideas. These are the best 3 programs to make your own surf board designs. The latest version is 3.01 and is available for Windows, Mac and Linux. We can create new designs, save them and print the plans to cut. Anyway, the latest version available is very stable and powerful. Unfortunately since 2012 the founders of the project left the development and still no one has picked it up again. It is completely free and Open Source, so everyone can make a copy and improve it, the source code is available on your GitHub. It is written in Java and can export STEP-files for compatibility with other CAD-systems, and g-code for CNC machines.įor me this is the best program of the three. ![]() BOARDCADīoardCAD is an easy to use CAD/CAM-program that allows you to quickly design your own surfboards. It is available for Windows, Mac and Linux. At least here we can print the outline (the line of the shape) to cut the board with its perfect shape. So every time you open the program you start from scratch. The demo version of this program doesn’t let you save your design in a file. Rail line handle lets the lower rail be precisely defined.Dynamic thickness measurement calculations at every part of the slice and throughout the board.Interactive measurements along board from tail to nose.Change the board length and slices, rockers and thickness can automatically adjust to changes in board length and slices.3D and 2D design and panel perspectives, cutting instructions and board notes.To download it first you need to register and have an account with which to activate even the free version. You will be able to design your boards and print the model but you will not be able to print the templates to cut the shape easily, for this you need a subscription. This is the free version of a more professional designIing program. Save in the Shape3d X format (.s3dx) and Shape3d 8 format (.s3d). ![]()
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