as requested on support…
Import a background image:
and adjust as desired:
Assuming that this is an organic/decorative shape (rather than a regular gear) use the polyline tool to draw the basic geometry:
Go into Node Editing mode:
select all nodes:
and smooth them:
Zoom in select and and reposition nodes until the desired shape is arrived at:
Where appropriate hold alt/option and drag to make a “Sharp” node:
panning around as necessary to address each section:
iterating until one arrives at:
Done
To cut out the design, adjust the size as need be and offset to the outside by endmill diameter plus 10% or so:
(use 3.5mm instead of 7)
Apply
And assign a pocket toolpath down to tab height:
Then assign a Contour toolpath starting at the bottom of the pocket:
