Building an ADS-B Receiver with Fusion 360 is a specialized hands-on guide focused on using Fusion 360 to design, model, and simulate a fully functional ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) receiver system. Whether you're a student, hobbyist, or engineer interested in aerospace, electronics enclosures, or mechanical integration, this book walks you through real-world design processes from start to finish.
You'll learn to create mechanical parts for electronics, optimize your designs through simulation, and prepare your models for 3D printing or manufacturing-all while building a practical and educational device.
Key Features
Step-by-step design of an ADS-B receiver using Fusion 360
Learn to model enclosures, mounts, and component housing
Apply parametric modeling for precise control over dimensions
Simulate structural integrity using static stress analysis
Integrate real-world components like Raspberry Pi, GPS, and antenna
Create assemblies and test fits for electronics and mechanical parts
Generate 2D drawings and documentation for manufacturing
Follow an end-to-end workflow from concept to prototype
Develop functional designs for aerospace and communication projects
Explore rendering techniques for presentation-ready visuals
Why You Should Buy This Book
Covers a complete, real-world Fusion 360 project from start to finish
Perfect for hobbyists, students, engineers, and educators
Teaches both design theory and practical application
Helps improve CAD skills through hands-on learning
Offers guidance for enclosure design, simulation, and prototyping
Focused on a functional, tech-relevant device: an ADS-B receiver
Explains integration of electronic components in mechanical design
Prepares you for real-world product design workflows
Clear instructions make it easy to follow and implement
Written with a practical, project-based teaching approach
