For users familiar with Inventor R10 or earlier releases, the 2008 release concentrates on refining and improving the software. This book is meant for beginning users who want to gain a familiarity with the tools and interface of Inventor before they start exploring on their own. By the end of the text, the user should feel comfortable enough to create a standard model and assemblies.
Table of Contents
1. Parametric Modeling Fundamentals - Quick Start
2. User Interface
3. 2D Sketch Tools
4. The Features Toolbar
5. Drawing Management
6. Drawing Annotation Toolbar
7. Assembly Tools
8. Presentations
Index
Elise Moss has worked for the past twenty years as a mechanical designer in Silicon Valley, primarily creating sheet metal designs. She has written articles for Autodesk s Toplines magazine and AUGI s PaperSpace. She is President of Moss Designs, creating custom applications and designs for corporate clients. She has taught at DeAnza College and Evergreen Valley College. She holds a BSME from San Jose State University.