Another Arduino Uno box

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I designed this Arduino case in Fusion360 from scratch, bringing my vision to life one model at a time. I started by creating an accurate representation of the Arduino board, adding just enough clearance to transform it into a buck or mold core that would serve as the foundation for my design. Next, I sketched the upper and lower housing bodies with precision, carefully inserting the Arduino board and subtracting its volume to create a seamless fit. To achieve this, I selected Combine from the menu, set the housing as the Target Body, and the Arduino buck as the Tool Body, specifying Operation = Cut and Keep Tools = Yes. If anyone is interested, I can easily upload the Arduino buck for your reference. Since then, I've modified my model to eliminate the need for any final trimming on the locator pins, streamlining the design process. A single M3x6 screw securely retains the board in place, while four M3x16 screws firmly hold the top housing together. The box features a convenient reset button and showcases the Arduino LEDs through "fiber optic" rods that add an extra touch of elegance to the design. These rods are simply pieces of clear PLA cut to length and inserted through the holes in the lid for a professional finish. To straighten the clear PLA, simply dip it into a cup of hot water until it becomes pliable, then roll it on a flat surface to achieve the desired shape.