Название: Introduction to Solid Modeling Using SolidWorks 2021
Автор: William E. Howard, Joseph Musto
Издательство: McGraw-Hill Education
Год: 2022
Страниц: 288
Язык: английский
Формат: epub
Размер: 29.1 MB

The development of powerful and integrated solid modeling software has continued the evolution of computer-aided design packages from drafting/graphical communication tools to full-fledged engineering design and analysis tools. A solid model is more than simply a drawing of an engineering component; it is a true virtual representation of the part, which can be manipulated, combined with other parts into complex assemblies, used directly for analysis, and used to drive the manufacturing equipment that will be used to produce the part. This text was developed to exploit this emerging role of solid modeling as an integral part of the engineering design process; while proficiency in the software will be achieved through the exercises provided in the text, the traditional “training” exercises will be augmented with information on the integration of solid modeling into the engineering design process. These topics include:

- The exploitation of the parametric features of a solid model, to not only provide an accurate graphical representation of a part but also to effectively capture an engineer’s design intent,

- The use of solid models as an analysis tool, useful for determining properties of components as well as for virtual prototyping of mechanisms and systems,

- The integration of solid modeling with component manufacturing, including the generation of molds, sheet metal patterns, and rapid prototyping files from component models.

Through the introduction of these topics, students will be shown not only the powerful modeling features of the SolidWorks program, but also the role of the software as a full-fledged integrated engineering design tool. While these tutorials offer a level of detail appropriate for new professional users, this text was developed to be used as part of an introductory engineering course, taught around the use of solid modeling as an integrated engineering design and analysis tool. Since the intended audience is undergraduate students new to the field of engineering, the text contains features that help to integrate the concepts learned in solid modeling into the overall study of engineering.