Tools for Design is intended to provide the user with an overview of computer aided design using two popular CAD software packages from Autodesk: AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor. This book explores the strengths of each package and shows how they can be used in design, both separately and in combination with each other.

What you'll learn

How to create and dimension 2D multiview drawings using AutoCAD
How to freehand sketch using axonometric, oblique and perspective projection techniques
How to create 3D parametric models and 2D multiview drawings using Autodesk Inventor
How to reuse design information between AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor
How to combine parts into assemblies including assembly modeling with a LEGO MINDSTORMS Education Base Set with TETRIX kit and a VEX Robot Kit
How to perform basic finite element stress analysis using Inventor Stress Analysis Module

Who this book is for

This book is designed for high school and college age students wanting to learn the fundamentals of computer aided design with AutoCAD and Inventor and how the two can be used together. No prior CAD experience is required.

Introduction: Getting Started

Fundamentals of AutoCAD
Basic Object Construction and Dynamic Input - AutoCAD
Geometric Construction and Editing Tools - AutoCAD
Orthographic Views in Multiview Drawings - AutoCAD
Basic Dimensioning and Notes - AutoCAD
Pictorials and Sketching
Parametric Modeling Fundamentals - Autodesk Inventor
Constructive Solid Geometry Concepts - Autodesk Inventor
Model History Tree - Autodesk Inventor
Parametric Constraints Fundamentals - Autodesk Inventor
Geometric Construction Tools - Autodesk Inventor
Parent/Child Relationships and the BORN Technique - Autodesk Inventor
Part Drawings and 3D Annotations - Autodesk Inventor
Symmetrical Features in Design - Autodesk Inventor
Design Reuse Using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor
Assembly Modeling - Putting It All Together - Autodesk Inventor
Design Analysis - Autodesk Inventor Stress Analysis Module
Bonus Chapters
Assembly Modeling with the LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT Set - Autodesk Inventor
Assembly Modeling with the TETRIX by Pitsco Building System - Autodesk Inventor
Assembly Model with VEX Robot Kit - Autodesk Inventor

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