Purlin Roof. Create a New Folder in your chosen location called Purlin Roof. The nine parts that make up the project will be saved here.

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "Purlin Roof. Create a New Folder in your chosen location called Purlin Roof. The nine parts that make up the project will be saved here."

Transcription

1 Purlin Roof Prerequisite Knowledge Previous knowledge of the following commands is required to complete this lesson. Sketching (Line, Rectangle, Add Relations, Dimensioning), Inserting Planes, Extrude, Assemblies, Linear pattern, Mirror. Focus of the Lesson On completion of this lesson you will have used: Inserted Planes. Edit Appearance. Linear Pattern. Created an Assembly. Linear Pattern of components in Assembly. Mirroring of components in Assembly. Commands Used Getting started This lesson includes Sketching (line, circle, arc, Smart Dimension), Inserting Planes, Cut Extrude, Add relations, Appearance and Assemblies, Linear pattern and Mirror. Create a New Folder in your chosen location called Purlin Roof. The nine parts that make up the project will be saved here. Design & Communication Graphics 1

2 Part One - Cavity wall Open New Part from the SolidWorks Document dialog box. Select File. Click Save as on the standard toolbar. Filename Cavity wall. Save this part in the Purlin Roof folder. Continue to save periodically throughout the exercise. Create sketch Create a sketch on the Front Plane using the dimensions shown. Draw a Centreline as shown 50mm from the rectangle. Mirror the rectangle to sketch the outer wall. Confirm the sketch. Extrude the sketch to a depth of 3000mm using a Blind End Condition. Edit Appearance/ Texture Right click on the extrusion as shown and change the texture to concrete 1 under the texture stone. Rename the extrusion as Cavity wall. Design & Communication Graphics 2

3 Sketching the Mortar Joint Select the Rectangle command and draw the rectangle shown on the front face of the inner block. Using Add Relations insure the length of the rectangle and the edge of the block are equal by using the coincident command. Add the dimensions shown to fully define the sketch. Exit sketch and Extrude Exit the sketch and extrude to a distance of 3000mm. Make sure to deselect Merge result. Design & Communication Graphics 3

4 Edit Appearance/ Texture Under the Texture stone select concrete 2. Rename the extrusion as Mortar bed. Drawing Block on flat In the sketch menu select Rectangle. Start the rectangle from the point shown. Add the dimensions shown. Exit the sketch and Extrude by 3000mm. Deselect Merge results. Add the texture as before. Rename Extrusion as Block on flat. Add the mortar bed to the outside block. Using the line command draw the following sketch. Extrude by 3000mm and deselect merge results. Add the texture for mortar as before. Cutting away excess Blockwork Create a new sketch on the front face as shown using line command. Start line from the midpoint of the block on flat as shown. Draw triangle to the dimensions shown. Design & Communication Graphics 4

5 Extrude Cut Exit the sketch and Extrude Cut through all. Add the texture of the blocks to the cut faces. Save the part. Part Two - THE WALL PLATE Click File, New on the standard toolbar. Select Part from the New SolidWorks Document dialog box. Select OK Saving the Part Select File, Save as on the standard toolbar. Save the part in the Purlin Roof folder as before under the name Wall Plate. Sketch On the front plane sketch the rectangle to the following dimensions. Exit the sketch. Extrude by 3000mm. Rename extrusion as wall plate Edit Material Apply a Pine texture to the object by clicking on Wall Plate /Appearance/Texture in the feature manager tree. Design & Communication Graphics 5

6 Edit Material for End Grain On the drawing highlight the end grain. Right click to show the toolbar as shown.. Select Grain 2 under the Texture Selection titled Wood. Change the angle of the grain as shown. Click OK button to accept texture Save the part. Design & Communication Graphics 6

7 Part Three - Galvanised Straps Click File, New on the standard toolbar. Select Part from the New SolidWorks Document dialog box. Select OK Saving the Part Select File, Save as on the standard toolbar. Save the part in the Purlin Roof folder as before under the name Galvanised Straps. Sketch Create a sketch on the Front Plane using the Line command. Use the offset command to draw the outer profile a distance of 5mm. Draw lines at each end to close the profile. Add the dimensions shown. Exit the sketch Extrude by 35mm. Rename Extrusion as Metal strap. Sketching the Holes Select sketch and sketch on the front face as shown. Draw a Centreline at the midpoints. Draw another centre line at an angle as shown. Design & Communication Graphics 7

8 Add Relations Using add relations make the midpoint of the sloping line coincident with the vertical centre line. Add the dimensions shown. Select circle and draw the three circles Using add relations make them equal. Set the diameter to 6mm. Extrude Cut Exit the sketch. Select extrude cut through all to drill the holes. Linear Pattern Staying in the Features menu select Linear Pattern Add the information shown and Accept. The same procedure is used to drill the holes on the top face. Draw a centreline from the mid points of the two edges. Draw a centreline at an angle shown. Select Point and place a point at its midpoint. Design & Communication Graphics 8

9 Using Add Relations make the point and the centre line Coincident. Draw circles on the three points as before. Use Add Relations to make them equal. dimension as shown. Exit sketch and Extrude Cut through all. Linear Pattern Use the linear pattern command to complete the holes. Edit Material Change the material by right clicking on material in the design tree. Select Galvanized steel under the steel menu. Accept. Save the Part. Design & Communication Graphics 9

10 New Part Sketch Part Four - Common Rafter Select a New part from the SolidWorks Document dialog box. Save this part as Common rafter in the Purlin Roof folder. On the Front Plane draw the sketch shown using centerline command. Using line command, draw the profile shown starting at the origin. Use Add Relations insure the sloping lines are parallel with the centerline. Add the following measurements. Exit sketch and Extrude a distance of 38mm. Rename extrusion as Common rafter To draw the birds mouth Select sketch and select the front face as shown. Design & Communication Graphics 10

11 Make sure the centerline is visible from the last sketch. Birds mouth for Wall plate Draw a triangle using line command. Start from the centerline of the previous sketch. Use Add Relations to insure the centreline and the corner of the triangle are coincident Birds mouth for Purlin Repeat this process to draw the birds mouth for the purlin. Exit the sketch and select Extrude cut through all. Rename cuts as birds mouth. Edit Material Change the Material to Pine Save. Design & Communication Graphics 11

12 New Part Part Five - Purlin Open a new part. Save the part as Purlin in the Purlin Roof folder. Sketch Select the Right Plane. Draw the Rectangle to the given dimensions. Exit the sketch and Extrude a distance of 3000mm. Rename the extrusion as Purlin. Edit Material Apply a Pine texture to the object. Apply Grain 2 texture to the end grain similar to the wall plate.. Save. Part Six - Ridge Board New Part Open a new part Save the part as Ridge board in the Purlin Roof folder. Select the Right Plane and draw a Rectangle to the given dimensions. Design & Communication Graphics 12

13 Exit the sketch and Extrude a distance of 3000mm. Rename the extrusion as Ridge board. Edit Material Apply a Pine texture to the part. Apply Grain 2 texture to the end grain. Save. Part Seven - Ceiling joist New Part Sketch Open a new part Save the part as Ceiling joist in the Purlin Roof folder. Select the Front Plane. Use the Line command to draw the shape. Make the midpoint of the bottom line coincident with the origin. Add the measurements shown. Exit the sketch and Extrude by 50mm. Rename the extrusion as Ceiling joist. Edit Material Apply a pine texture to the part.. Apply Grain 2 texture to the end grain. Save. Design & Communication Graphics 13

14 Part Eight - BINDER. New Part Sketch Open a new part, Save part as Binder in the Purlin Roof folder. Draw the Rectangle on the Front Plane to the following measurements Exit the sketch and extrude by 3000m. Rename the extrusion as binder. Edit Material Apply a Pine texture to the part. Apply Grain 2 texture to the end grain Save. Part Nine - Hanger. New Part Open a new part Save the part as Hanger in the Purlin Roof folder. Sketch Draw on the Front Plane the following sketch. Add the dimensions shown. Exit the sketch and Extrude by 38mm. Edit Material Rename the extrusion as Hanger. Apply a Pine texture to the part. Apply Grain 2 texture to the end grain Save. Design & Communication Graphics 14

15 Part Ten Fascia Board New Part Sketch Open a new part Save the part as Fascia board in the Purlin Roof folder. Draw the Rectangle on the Right Plane to the given dimensions. Exit the sketch and Extrude by 3000mm Rename the extrusion as Fascia board. Edit Material Apply a Mahogany texture to the part. Save. Part Eleven - Soffit Board New Part Sketch Open a new part. Save the part as Soffit in the Purlin Roof folder. Draw a Rectangle on the Front Plane to the dimensions shown. Exit the sketch and Extrude by 3000mm. Rename the extrusion as Soffit. Design & Communication Graphics 15

16 Sketching the Vent In the sketch command select the Top Plane. Draw the Rectangle shown. Add Relations Select Add Relations and make the two points shown Coincident. Add the dimension. Exit the sketch and Extrude by 5mm. Make sure to deselect merge results. Rename the extrusion as vent. Sketch Create a new sketch on the face of the vent as shown. Draw a centerline through the midpoints. Use the line command to draw the profile. Design & Communication Graphics 16

17 Use Add relations make the mid point of the line and the centerline coincident. Add the following dimensions. Exit the sketch. Select Extrude Cut through all. Rename the cut extrusion as holes. Linear Pattern Select linear pattern from the feature commands Fill in the following data and accept. Edit Material Apply a Mahogany texture to the soffit. Change the colour of the vent and the holes to brown as shown. Design & Communication Graphics 17

18 Rurlin Roof Assembley The part files for this assembley are saved in the folder titled Purlin Roof. Open an existing part Open the part called cavity wall. Click Make Assembley from Part/Assembley Insert component dialog box appears with Cavity wall displayed. Click on in the property manager. The part origin will snap to the origin of the assembly. Save Select File, Save as on the standard toolbar. Save the assembly as Purlin Roof in the same folder as its parts. Adding Component Select Insert component from the Assembly toolbar. Choose Browse from the Insert Component dialog box. Choose Wall Plate and click in the graphics area to place it in as shown. Design & Communication Graphics 18

19 Insert Mates Select the mate toolbar. Mate the top of the wall with the underside of the wallplate shown. A Coincident Mate will be selected by default. Select OK Further Mates Select the edge of the wall and the edge of the wall plate shown. A Coincident Mate will be selected by default. Select OK Select the end of the wall and the end of the wall plate. Select OK to apply the mate. The wall plate is now fixed in position. Select 0K again to exit the property manager Insert Galvanized Straps Select Insert Component from the Assembley toolbar. Choose Browse and select Galvanized straps. Drop it in as shown. Design & Communication Graphics 19

20 Insert Mates Select Mate. Mate the inside of the galvanized strap with the edge of the wall shown. Select OK to apply the mate. Mate the top of the wall plate with the underside of the galvanized strap. Select OK to apply the mate. Finally mate the edge of the strap with the end of the wall but with an offset distance of 100mm. Select OK to accept the mate. Select OK again to exit the property manager. Insert Common Rafter Select Insert Component. Click Browse and select Common Rafter. Drop it into the drawing area. Insert Mates Select Mate. Mate the top of the wallplate with the underside of the birds mouth as shown. Select OK to accept the mate.. Design & Communication Graphics 20

21 Mate the outside of the wall plate with the other face of the birds mouth shown. Select OK to apply the mate. Finally mate the rafter to the end of the wall Select OK to apply the mate. Select OK again to exit the the property manager. Insert the Purlin. Select Insert Component. Click Browse and open Purlin. Drop it into the drawing area. Rotate if necessary using the Rotate Component button Insert Mates Mate the faces of the birdsmouth to the relevant sides of the purlin. Finally mate the end of the purlin with the outside of the rafter shown. Accept the mates Design & Communication Graphics 21

22 Insert Ridge Board. Select Insert Component and bring in the ridge board. Insert Mates Select mate. Mate the side of the ridge board with the cut face of the rafter. Select OK to apply the mate. Mate the end of the ridge board with the side of the rafter. Select OK to apply. Finally mate the top edge of the rafter with the edge of the ridge shown. Mirror components. By selecting the mirror feature from the feature commands and mirroring about a vertical plane, the right side of the purlin roof is achieved without the need of bringing in the parts again. When using the mirror feature a plane or face about which to mirror is required. Design & Communication Graphics 22

23 Adding vertical plane Click on Insert/ Reference Geometry/Plane Select three mid points on the ridge board as shown Mirror Select Insert/Mirror Components. Select the plane created as the mirror plane. Select the various parts under components to mirror. Tick the box beside each component as shown Tick the box to create mates to new components. Make sure all the mates are have been maintained in the mirrored view. Recreate the mates in the normal way if necessary. Design & Communication Graphics 23

24 Adding other Rafters. An alternative to bringing in other rafters from the part file and mating each is to use Linear Pattern in the Insert menu. Select the direction as shown Set the spacing of the rafters to 400mm. Select the number to 8. Select the rafters under components to be copied as shown. Accept. Design & Communication Graphics 24

25 Adding other Galvanized Straps Use Linear Pattern as before Select the direction Set the spacing to 900mm. Set the number as 4 Select the strap shown and the one on the right side to pattern Insert Ceiling Joists Select Insert Component. Click Browse and open Ceiling Joist. Drag it into the drawing as shown. Insert Mates Select Mate and mate the underside of the ceiling joist with the top of the wallplate. Click OK to accept Mate the side of the rafter with the side of the ceiling joist Click OK to accept.. Design & Communication Graphics 25

26 Finally to fix the ceiling joist in position and have it centered between wall plates, mate the midpoint of the ceiling joist with Plane 1 already created. Select coincident mate here. Click OK to accept Select OK again to exit the property manager Adding other Ceiling Joists Using Linear pattern as before add the other ceiling joists Inserting Hangers Select Insert Component, Browse Select Hanger from the file and drag it into the drawing. Insert Mates Select Mate and mate the edge of the hanger with the side of the purlin shown. Design & Communication Graphics 26

27 Accept. Mate the side of the hanger with the side of the Ceiling joist Accept. Mate the top edge of the hanger with the top edge of the rafter. Accept. Select OK again to exit the property manager. Insert Binder Select Insert Component, Browse and select Binder. Move it into position as shown Insert Mates Select Mate and mate the bottom edge of the binder with the top of the ceiling joists Accept. Design & Communication Graphics 27

28 Mate the side of the binder with the edge of the hanger. Accept. Finally mate the side of the rafter with the end of the binder Accept. Select OK again to exit the property manager. Mirror Components Select Insert/Mirror Components as before. Select Plane 1 about which to mirror Select the hanger and binder under components to mirror as shown. Tick the boxes as before. Accept. Create the mates in the mirrored parts where needed. Design & Communication Graphics 28

29 Adding the other Binders Select Insert/Component Pattern/Linear Pattern as before. Accept Insert Soffit Select Insert Component and Browse. Select Soffit and open. Insert Mates Select Mate and mate the top of the soffit with the underside of the rafter. Accept. Mate the side of the rafter with the end of the soffit. Accept Mate the end of the rafter with the edge of the soffit shown. Accept. Select OK again to exit the property manager Design & Communication Graphics 29

30 Inserting the Fascia Select Insert Component and Browse. Select the Fascia Board from the file and drag it close to its final location. Insert Mates Select Mate and mate the end of the rafter with the inside of the fascia board. Accept. Mate the bottom edge of the fascia with the bottom of the soffit set the distance of 15mm below as shown. Accept. Finally mate the end of the fascia with the end of the soffit. Accept. Click OK again to exit property manager. Design & Communication Graphics 30

31 Mirror components Mirror the fascia and soffit to the right side as before. LESSON COMPLETE! Design & Communication Graphics 31

32 Design & Communication Graphics 32

AEROPLANE. Create a New Folder in your chosen location called Aeroplane. The four parts that make up the project will be saved here.

AEROPLANE. Create a New Folder in your chosen location called Aeroplane. The four parts that make up the project will be saved here. AEROPLANE Prerequisite Knowledge Previous knowledge of the following commands is required to complete this lesson. Sketching (Line, Rectangle, Arc, Add Relations, Dimensioning), Extrude, Assemblies and

More information

Clock Exercise (Inserting Planes)

Clock Exercise (Inserting Planes) Clock Exercise (Inserting Planes) Prerequisite Knowledge To complete this exercise you will need to be familiar with Sketching, Applying relations, Extrude Boss/ Base, Extrude cut, Applying Textures, Renaming

More information

Digital Camera Exercise

Digital Camera Exercise Commands Used New Part This lesson includes Sketching, Extruded Boss/Base, Extruded Cut, Fillet, Chamfer and Text. Click File, New on the standard toolbar. Select Part from the New SolidWorks Document

More information

Engineering Technology

Engineering Technology Engineering Technology Introduction to Parametric Modelling Engineering Technology 1 See Saw Exercise Part 1 Base Commands used New Part This lesson includes Sketching, Extruded Boss/Base, Hole Wizard,

More information

Model House Exercise-( Extrude)

Model House Exercise-( Extrude) -( Extrude) Prerequisite knowledge Focus of the lesson Commands Used This lesson requires an understanding of using the sketch commands including Inserting a new sketch Adding sketch geometry Understanding

More information

SolidWorks Design & Technology

SolidWorks Design & Technology SolidWorks Design & Technology Training Course at PHSG Ex 5. Lego man Working with part files 8mm At first glance the Lego man looks complicated but I hope you will see that if you approach a project one

More information

Sash Clamp. Sash Clamp SW 2015 Design & Communication Graphics Page 1.

Sash Clamp. Sash Clamp SW 2015 Design & Communication Graphics Page 1. Sash Clamp 1 Introduction: The Sash clamp consists of nine parts. In creating the clamp we will be looking at the improvements made by SolidWorks in linear patterns, adding threads and in assembling the

More information

Introduction to Circular Pattern Flower Pot

Introduction to Circular Pattern Flower Pot Prerequisite Knowledge Previous knowledge of the sketching commands Line, Circle, Add Relations, Smart Dimension is required to complete this lesson. Previous examples of Revolved Boss/Base, Cut Extrude,

More information

EXERCISE ONE: BEACH BUGGY.

EXERCISE ONE: BEACH BUGGY. EXERCISE ONE: BEACH BUGGY. Prerequisite knowledge Students should have completed Exercises from the file: Introduction to Assemblies Concept Mates Focus of lesson Commands Used This lesson will focus on

More information

Chair. Bottom Rail. on the Command Manager. on the Weldments toolbar.

Chair. Bottom Rail. on the Command Manager. on the Weldments toolbar. Chapter 2 Chair Bottom Rail A. Weldments Toolbar. Step 1. Click File Menu > New, click Part and OK. Step 2. Right click Sketch on the Command Manager toolbar and select Weldments, Fig. 1. Step 3. Click

More information

Introduction to Revolve - A Glass

Introduction to Revolve - A Glass Introduction to Revolve - A Glass Design & Communication Graphics 1 Object Analysis sheet Design & Communication Graphics 2 Prerequisite Knowledge Previous knowledge of the following commands are required

More information

Toothbrush Holder. A drawing of the sheet metal part will also be created.

Toothbrush Holder. A drawing of the sheet metal part will also be created. Prerequisite Knowledge Previous knowledge of the following commands is required to complete this lesson; Sketch (Line, Centerline, Circle, Add Relations, Smart Dimension,), Extrude Boss/Base, and Edit

More information

Bottom Rail. Chapter 2. Chair. A. Weldments Toolbar. Step 1. Click File Menu > New, click Part and OK. B. 3D Sketch.

Bottom Rail. Chapter 2. Chair. A. Weldments Toolbar. Step 1. Click File Menu > New, click Part and OK. B. 3D Sketch. Chapter 2 Chair Bottom Rail A. Weldments Toolbar. Step 1. Click File Menu > New, click Part and OK. Step 2. Right click Sketch on the Command Manager toolbar and select Weldments, Fig. 1. Step 3. Click

More information

SolidWorks Part I - Basic Tools SDC. Includes. Parts, Assemblies and Drawings. Paul Tran CSWE, CSWI

SolidWorks Part I - Basic Tools SDC. Includes. Parts, Assemblies and Drawings. Paul Tran CSWE, CSWI SolidWorks 2015 Part I - Basic Tools Includes CSWA Preparation Material Parts, Assemblies and Drawings Paul Tran CSWE, CSWI SDC PUBLICATIONS Better Textbooks. Lower Prices. www.sdcpublications.com Powered

More information

Introduction to Parametric Modeling AEROPLANE. Design & Communication Graphics 1

Introduction to Parametric Modeling AEROPLANE. Design & Communication Graphics 1 AEROPLANE Design & Communication Graphics 1 Object Analysis sheet Design & Communication Graphics 2 Aeroplane Assembly The part files for this assembly are saved in the folder titled Aeroplane. Open an

More information

SolidWorks Navigation

SolidWorks Navigation SolidWorks Basics SolidWorks Navigation Command Bar Feature Tree Model Window Simple Box Select the Front plane Create a new sketch Create a Center Rectangle from the origin Smart Dimension the length

More information

Shaft Hanger - SolidWorks

Shaft Hanger - SolidWorks ME-430 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN Shaft Hanger - SolidWorks BY: DR. HERLI SURJANHATA ASSIGNMENT Submit TWO isometric views of the Shaft Hanger with your report, 1. Shaded view of the trimetric

More information

Introduction to Sheet Metal Features SolidWorks 2009

Introduction to Sheet Metal Features SolidWorks 2009 SolidWorks 2009 Table of Contents Introduction to Sheet Metal Features Base Flange Method Magazine File.. 3 Envelopment & Development of Surfaces.. 14 Development of Transition Pieces.. 23 Conversion to

More information

g. Click once on the left vertical line of the rectangle.

g. Click once on the left vertical line of the rectangle. This drawing will require you to a model of a truck as a Solidworks Part. Please be sure to read the directions carefully before constructing the truck in Solidworks. Before submitting you will be required

More information

Introduction to Sweep - Allen Key part (A)

Introduction to Sweep - Allen Key part (A) Introduction to Sweep - Allen Key part (A) Prerequisite Knowledge Previous knowledge of the following commands is required to complete this lesson, sketching (line construction, dimensioning, polygon).

More information

Hydro Hull. Chapter 21. Boat. A. Save as "HYDRO". Step 1. Open your HULL MID PLANE file (Chapter 2).

Hydro Hull. Chapter 21. Boat. A. Save as HYDRO. Step 1. Open your HULL MID PLANE file (Chapter 2). Chapter 21 Boat Hydro Hull A. Save as "HYDRO". Step 1. Open your HULL MID PLANE file (Chapter 2). Step 2. Click File Menu > Save As. Step 3. Key-in HYDRO for the filename and press ENTER. B. Delete Loft1,

More information

Beginner s Guide to SolidWorks Alejandro Reyes, MSME Certified SolidWorks Professional and Instructor SDC PUBLICATIONS

Beginner s Guide to SolidWorks Alejandro Reyes, MSME Certified SolidWorks Professional and Instructor SDC PUBLICATIONS Beginner s Guide to SolidWorks 2008 Alejandro Reyes, MSME Certified SolidWorks Professional and Instructor SDC PUBLICATIONS Schroff Development Corporation www.schroff.com www.schroff-europe.com Part Modeling

More information

1. Creating geometry based on sketches 2. Using sketch lines as reference 3. Using sketches to drive changes in geometry

1. Creating geometry based on sketches 2. Using sketch lines as reference 3. Using sketches to drive changes in geometry 4.1: Modeling 3D Modeling is a key process of getting your ideas from a concept to a read- for- manufacture state, making it core foundation of the product development process. In Fusion 360, there are

More information

10/14/2010. Chevy Malibu. Vehicle Design with Solidworks. Start SolidWorks Create a New SolidWorks Document. Miles, Rowardo B

10/14/2010. Chevy Malibu. Vehicle Design with Solidworks. Start SolidWorks Create a New SolidWorks Document. Miles, Rowardo B Chevy Malibu Vehicle Design with Solidworks Start SolidWorks Create a New SolidWorks Document Miles, Rowardo B 1 Click: Part and then OK Now you are ready to make a Part. 2 Right Toolbar: Document Properties:

More information

1. Create a 2D sketch 2. Create geometry in a sketch 3. Use constraints to position geometry 4. Use dimensions to set the size of geometry

1. Create a 2D sketch 2. Create geometry in a sketch 3. Use constraints to position geometry 4. Use dimensions to set the size of geometry 2.1: Sketching Many features that you create in Fusion 360 start with a 2D sketch. In order to create intelligent and predictable designs, a good understanding of how to create sketches and how to apply

More information

On completion of this exercise you will have:

On completion of this exercise you will have: Prerequisite Knowledge To complete this exercise you will need; to be familiar with the SolidWorks interface and the key commands. basic file management skills the ability to rotate views and select faces

More information

Engineering & Computer Graphics Workbook Using SOLIDWORKS

Engineering & Computer Graphics Workbook Using SOLIDWORKS Engineering & Computer Graphics Workbook Using SOLIDWORKS 2017 Ronald E. Barr Thomas J. Krueger Davor Juricic SDC PUBLICATIONS Better Textbooks. Lower Prices. www.sdcpublications.com Powered by TCPDF (www.tcpdf.org)

More information

Spatula. Spatula SW 2015 Design & Communication Graphics Page 1

Spatula. Spatula SW 2015 Design & Communication Graphics Page 1 Spatula Introduction: The model shown in the picture is made of three parts, - the base, the washer and the handle. The base requires the use of Spline and Style Spline command, Slot command and Mirror

More information

Quick Start for Autodesk Inventor

Quick Start for Autodesk Inventor Quick Start for Autodesk Inventor Autodesk Inventor Professional is a 3D mechanical design tool with powerful solid modeling capabilities and an intuitive interface. In this lesson, you use a typical workflow

More information

Engineering & Computer Graphics Workbook Using SolidWorks 2014

Engineering & Computer Graphics Workbook Using SolidWorks 2014 Engineering & Computer Graphics Workbook Using SolidWorks 2014 Ronald E. Barr Thomas J. Krueger Davor Juricic SDC PUBLICATIONS Better Textbooks. Lower Prices. www.sdcpublications.com Powered by TCPDF (www.tcpdf.org)

More information

Lab 3 Introduction to SolidWorks I Silas Bernardoni 10/9/2008

Lab 3 Introduction to SolidWorks I Silas Bernardoni 10/9/2008 1 Introduction This lab is designed to provide you with basic skills when using the 3D modeling program SolidWorks. You will learn how to build parts, assemblies and drawings. You will be given a physical

More information

Siemens NX11 tutorials. The angled part

Siemens NX11 tutorials. The angled part Siemens NX11 tutorials The angled part Adaptation to NX 11 from notes from a seminar Drive-to-trial organized by IBM and GDTech. This tutorial will help you design the mechanical presented in the figure

More information

Computer Aided Design Module 2. Lesson Toblerone Bar

Computer Aided Design Module 2. Lesson Toblerone Bar Computer Aided Design Module 2 Lesson Toblerone Bar Lesson? Toblerone Bar New Commands used: Polygon, Add Relations, Smart Dimension, Extrude Boss/Base (Mid Plane), Fillet, Line, Extrude-Cut, Linear Pattern

More information

Introduction to Autodesk Inventor for F1 in Schools (Australian Version)

Introduction to Autodesk Inventor for F1 in Schools (Australian Version) Introduction to Autodesk Inventor for F1 in Schools (Australian Version) F1 in Schools race car In this course you will be introduced to Autodesk Inventor, which is the centerpiece of Autodesk s Digital

More information

Modeling Basic Mechanical Components #1 Tie-Wrap Clip

Modeling Basic Mechanical Components #1 Tie-Wrap Clip Modeling Basic Mechanical Components #1 Tie-Wrap Clip This tutorial is about modeling simple and basic mechanical components with 3D Mechanical CAD programs, specifically one called Alibre Xpress, a freely

More information

SolidWorks 103: Barge Design Challenge

SolidWorks 103: Barge Design Challenge SolidWorks 103: Barge Design Challenge Note: This tutorial was created using SolidWorks 2009. If you are using another version of SolidWorks, you may notice some variation in display states and configuration.

More information

for Solidworks TRAINING GUIDE LESSON-9-CAD

for Solidworks TRAINING GUIDE LESSON-9-CAD for Solidworks TRAINING GUIDE LESSON-9-CAD Mastercam for SolidWorks Training Guide Objectives You will create the geometry for SolidWorks-Lesson-9 using SolidWorks 3D CAD software. You will be working

More information

Lesson 10: Loft Features

Lesson 10: Loft Features 10 Goals of This Lesson Your students will be able to create the following part: profiles chisel This lesson plan corresponds to the Loft Features chapter of SolidWorks Getting Started. SolidWorks Student

More information

Datum Tutorial Part: Cutter

Datum Tutorial Part: Cutter Datum Tutorial Part: Cutter Objective: Learn to apply Datums in different ways Directions 1. Datum Axis Creation a. First we need to create a center axis for the cutter b. Model Tab > Datum > Select Axis

More information

ME Week 2 Project 2 Flange Manifold Part

ME Week 2 Project 2 Flange Manifold Part 1 Project 2 - Flange Manifold Part 1.1 Instructions This project focuses on additional sketching methods and sketching commands. Revolve and Work features are also introduced. The part being modeled is

More information

Introduction to 3D CAD with SolidWorks. Jianan Li

Introduction to 3D CAD with SolidWorks. Jianan Li Introduction to 3D CAD with SolidWorks Jianan Li Create a New Part The first time you launch SolidWorks, it asks you to set the default units and dimension standard. Make sure you have IPS and ANSI selected,

More information

DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL AND INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY

DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL AND INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL AND INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY CAPSULE PROGRAM Funded by NSF grant #0833636 Tutorial 02 3D Part Modeling SolidWorks 2010 Copyright 2010 Prof. Zeid 3D Part Modeling

More information

Introduction to 3D Printing. Activity 1: Design a keychain using computer-aided design software

Introduction to 3D Printing. Activity 1: Design a keychain using computer-aided design software Introduction to 3D Printing Activity 1: Design a keychain using computer-aided design software 1 In this activity we ll design a keychain name tag and learn the fundamentals of computer-aided design, the

More information

SDC. SolidWorks Tutorial 2001Plus. A Competency Project Based Approach Utilizing 3D Solid Modeling. David C. Planchard & Marie P.

SDC. SolidWorks Tutorial 2001Plus. A Competency Project Based Approach Utilizing 3D Solid Modeling. David C. Planchard & Marie P. 2001Plus A Competency Project Based Approach Utilizing 3D Solid Modeling David C. Planchard & Marie P. Planchard SDC PUBLICATIONS www.schroff.com www.schroff-europe.com Project 2 Below are the desired

More information

Below are the desired outcomes and usage competencies based on the completion of Project 4.

Below are the desired outcomes and usage competencies based on the completion of Project 4. Engineering Design with SolidWorks Project 4 Below are the desired outcomes and usage competencies based on the completion of Project 4. Project Desired Outcomes: An understanding of the customer s requirements

More information

Part 8: The Front Cover

Part 8: The Front Cover Part 8: The Front Cover 4 Earpiece cuts and housing Lens cut and housing Microphone cut and housing The front cover is similar to the back cover in that it is a shelled protrusion with screw posts extruding

More information

Lesson 6 2D Sketch Panel Tools

Lesson 6 2D Sketch Panel Tools Lesson 6 2D Sketch Panel Tools Inventor s Sketch Tool Bar contains tools for creating the basic geometry to create features and parts. On the surface, the Geometry tools look fairly standard: line, circle,

More information

SolidWorks 95 User s Guide

SolidWorks 95 User s Guide SolidWorks 95 User s Guide Disclaimer: The following User Guide was extracted from SolidWorks 95 Help files and was not originally distributed in this format. All content 1995, SolidWorks Corporation Contents

More information

Drawing and Assembling

Drawing and Assembling Youth Explore Trades Skills Description In this activity the six sides of a die will be drawn and then assembled together. The intent is to understand how constraints are used to lock individual parts

More information

Module 1C: Adding Dovetail Seams to Curved Edges on A Flat Sheet-Metal Piece

Module 1C: Adding Dovetail Seams to Curved Edges on A Flat Sheet-Metal Piece 1 Module 1C: Adding Dovetail Seams to Curved Edges on A Flat Sheet-Metal Piece In this Module, we will explore the method of adding dovetail seams to curved edges such as the circumferential edge of a

More information

Engineering Design. with SolidWorks A Step-by-Step Project Based Approach Utilizing 3D Solid Modeling

Engineering Design. with SolidWorks A Step-by-Step Project Based Approach Utilizing 3D Solid Modeling INSIDE: MultiMedia CD An audio/visual presentation of the tutorial projects Engineering Design with SolidWorks 2010 A Step-by-Step Project Based Approach Utilizing 3D Solid Modeling Introductory Level

More information

Revit Structure 2012 Basics:

Revit Structure 2012 Basics: SUPPLEMENTAL FILES ON CD Revit Structure 2012 Basics: Framing and Documentation Elise Moss autodesk authorized publisher SDC PUBLICATIONS www.sdcpublications.com Schroff Development Corporation Structural

More information

SolidWorks Reference Geometry

SolidWorks Reference Geometry SolidWorks Reference Geometry IDeATe Laser Micro Part 2 Dave Touretzky and Susan Finger 1. Symmetry and Reference Geometry Today, you ll make this part bear-like face and then cut it on the laser cutter:

More information

Introduction to SolidWorks Introduction to SolidWorks

Introduction to SolidWorks Introduction to SolidWorks Introduction to SolidWorks Introduction to SolidWorks SolidWorks is a powerful 3D modeling program. The models it produces can be used in a number of ways to simulate the behaviour of a real part or assembly

More information

SolidWorks 2005 Tutorial. and MultiMedia CD. A Step-by-step Project Based Approach Utilizing 3D Solid Modeling

SolidWorks 2005 Tutorial. and MultiMedia CD. A Step-by-step Project Based Approach Utilizing 3D Solid Modeling INSIDE: MultiMedia CD An audio/visual presentation of the tutorial projects SolidWorks 2005 Tutorial and MultiMedia CD A Step-by-step Project Based Approach Utilizing 3D Solid Modeling David C. Planchard

More information

< Then click on this icon on the vertical tool bar that pops up on the left side.

< Then click on this icon on the vertical tool bar that pops up on the left side. Pipe Cavity Tutorial Introduction The CADMAX Solid Master Tutorial is a great way to learn about the benefits of feature-based parametric solid modeling with CADMAX. We have assembled several typical parts

More information

Understanding Projection Systems

Understanding Projection Systems Understanding Projection Systems A Point: A point has no dimensions, a theoretical location that has neither length, width nor height. A point shows an exact location in space. It is important to understand

More information

Product Modelling in Solid Works

Product Modelling in Solid Works Product Modelling in Solid Works In the following exercise you will use solid works to construct the computer mouse shown opposite. In this exercise you will use a number of advanced features to achieve

More information

Feature-Based Modeling and Optional Advanced Modeling. ENGR 1182 SolidWorks 05

Feature-Based Modeling and Optional Advanced Modeling. ENGR 1182 SolidWorks 05 Feature-Based Modeling and Optional Advanced Modeling ENGR 1182 SolidWorks 05 Today s Objectives Feature-Based Modeling (comprised of 2 sections as shown below) 1. Breaking it down into features Creating

More information

Solidworks: Lesson 4 Assembly Basics and Toolbox. UCF Engineering

Solidworks: Lesson 4 Assembly Basics and Toolbox. UCF Engineering Solidworks: Lesson 4 Assembly Basics and Toolbox UCF Engineering Solidworks We have now completed the basic features of part modeling and it is now time to begin constructing more complex models in the

More information

MWF Rafters. User Guide

MWF Rafters. User Guide MWF Rafters User Guide September 18 th, 2018 2 Table of contents 1. Introduction... 3 1.1 Things You Should Know Before Starting... 3 1.1.1 Roof Panels Structure Orientation... 3 1.1.2 Member Selection...

More information

CREO.1 MODELING A BELT WHEEL

CREO.1 MODELING A BELT WHEEL CREO.1 MODELING A BELT WHEEL Figure 1: A belt wheel modeled in this exercise. Learning Targets In this exercise you will learn: Using symmetry when sketching Using pattern to copy features Using RMB when

More information

Creo Revolve Tutorial

Creo Revolve Tutorial Creo Revolve Tutorial Setup 1. Open Creo Parametric Note: Refer back to the Creo Extrude Tutorial for references and screen shots of the Creo layout 2. Set Working Directory a. From the Model Tree navigate

More information

Modeling an Airframe Tutorial

Modeling an Airframe Tutorial EAA SOLIDWORKS University p 1/11 Difficulty: Intermediate Time: 1 hour As an Intermediate Tutorial, it is assumed that you have completed the Quick Start Tutorial and know how to sketch in 2D and 3D. If

More information

When you complete this assignment you will:

When you complete this assignment you will: Objjectiives When you complete this assignment you will: 1. sketch and create models using new work planes and the loft command. 2. sketch and create models using the revolve command. 3. sketch and dimension

More information

Wireless Mouse Surfaces

Wireless Mouse Surfaces Wireless Mouse Surfaces Design & Communication Graphics Table of Contents Table of Contents... 1 Introduction 2 Mouse Body. 3 Edge Cut.12 Centre Cut....14 Wheel Opening.. 15 Wheel Location.. 16 Laser..

More information

Creo Parametric Primer

Creo Parametric Primer PTC Creo Parametric - Primer Student and Academic Editions 02 Helpful hints are enclosed in red brackets or round bubbles like this one! Creo Parametric Primer THIS VERSION OF THE CREO PRIMER HAS BEEN

More information

The project focuses on the design for a Pencil holder, but could be adapted to any simple assembly.

The project focuses on the design for a Pencil holder, but could be adapted to any simple assembly. Introduction - Teacher Notes Fig 1. The project focuses on the design for a Pencil holder, but could be adapted to any simple assembly. Pro/DESKTOP enables pupils (and teachers) to communicate and model

More information

SolidWorks Training. Introductory course for staff and students from the School of Physics and Astronomy

SolidWorks Training. Introductory course for staff and students from the School of Physics and Astronomy SolidWorks Training Introductory course for staff and students from the School of Physics and Astronomy i) Introductory presentation SolidWorks Training ii) The SolidWorks GUI The SolidWorks Graphical

More information

Module 1G: Creating a Circle-Based Cylindrical Sheet-metal Lateral Piece with an Overlaying Lateral Edge Seam And Dove-Tail Seams on the Top Edge

Module 1G: Creating a Circle-Based Cylindrical Sheet-metal Lateral Piece with an Overlaying Lateral Edge Seam And Dove-Tail Seams on the Top Edge Inventor (10) Module 1G: 1G- 1 Module 1G: Creating a Circle-Based Cylindrical Sheet-metal Lateral Piece with an Overlaying Lateral Edge Seam And Dove-Tail Seams on the Top Edge In Module 1A, we have explored

More information

Introduction to CATIA V5

Introduction to CATIA V5 Introduction to CATIA V5 Release 17 (A Hands-On Tutorial Approach) Kirstie Plantenberg University of Detroit Mercy SDC PUBLICATIONS Schroff Development Corporation www.schroff.com Better Textbooks. Lower

More information

Alibre Design Tutorial - Simple Extrude Step-Pyramid-1

Alibre Design Tutorial - Simple Extrude Step-Pyramid-1 Alibre Design Tutorial - Simple Extrude Step-Pyramid-1 Part Tutorial Exercise 4: Step-Pyramid-1 [text version] In this Exercise, We will set System Parameters first. Then, in sketch mode, outline the Step

More information

Name: Date Completed: Basic Inventor Skills I

Name: Date Completed: Basic Inventor Skills I Name: Date Completed: Basic Inventor Skills I 1. Sketch, dimension and extrude a basic shape i. Select New tab from toolbar. ii. Select Standard.ipt from dialogue box by double clicking on the icon. iii.

More information

Foreword. If you have any questions about these tutorials, drop your mail to

Foreword. If you have any questions about these tutorials, drop your mail to Foreword The main objective of these tutorials is to give you a kick start using Solidworks. The approach to write this tutorial is based on what is the most important knowledge you should know and what

More information

Module 1H: Creating an Ellipse-Based Cylindrical Sheet-metal Lateral Piece

Module 1H: Creating an Ellipse-Based Cylindrical Sheet-metal Lateral Piece Inventor (10) Module 1H: 1H- 1 Module 1H: Creating an Ellipse-Based Cylindrical Sheet-metal Lateral Piece In this Module, we will learn how to create an ellipse-based cylindrical sheetmetal lateral piece

More information

Lesson 4 Holes and Rounds

Lesson 4 Holes and Rounds Lesson 4 Holes and Rounds 111 Figure 4.1 Breaker OBJECTIVES Sketch arcs in sections Create a straight hole through a part Complete a Sketched hole Understand the Hole Tool Use Info to extract information

More information

Revit Structure 2013 Basics

Revit Structure 2013 Basics Revit Structure 2013 Basics Framing and Documentation Elise Moss Supplemental Files SDC P U B L I C AT I O N S Schroff Development Corporation Better Textbooks. Lower Prices. www.sdcpublications.com Tutorial

More information

Creo Parametric Primer

Creo Parametric Primer Creo Parametric Primer Creo Parametric Primer Education Editions 2 C2-SE-L1-004-1.0 Written by Tim Brotherhood and Adam Haas Conditions of use Acknowledgements Feedback tbrotherhood@ptc.com Product code

More information

Revit Structure 2014 Basics

Revit Structure 2014 Basics Revit Structure 2014 Basics Framing and Documentation Elise Moss Authorized Author SDC P U B L I C AT I O N S Better Textbooks. Lower Prices. www.sdcpublications.com Powered by TCPDF (www.tcpdf.org) Visit

More information

Starting a 3D Modeling Part File

Starting a 3D Modeling Part File 1 How to Create a 3D Model and Corresponding 2D Drawing with Dimensions, GDT (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance) Symbols and Title Block in SolidWorks 2013-2014 By Edward Locke This tutorial will introduce

More information

LAB 1A: Intro to SolidWorks: 2D -> 3D Brackets

LAB 1A: Intro to SolidWorks: 2D -> 3D Brackets LAB 1A: Intro to SolidWorks: 2D -> 3D Brackets Set units Create Sketch Add relations Linear patterns Mirror Fillet Extrude Extrude cut First, set units. click Option on top of main menu Open Document Properties

More information

When you complete this assignment you will:

When you complete this assignment you will: Objjectiives When you complete this assignment you will: 1. sketch and dimension circles and arcs. 2. cut holes in the model using the cut feature of the extrusion command. 3. create Arcs using the trim

More information

Inventor-Parts-Tutorial By: Dor Ashur

Inventor-Parts-Tutorial By: Dor Ashur Inventor-Parts-Tutorial By: Dor Ashur For Assignment: http://www.maelabs.ucsd.edu/mae3/assignments/cad/inventor_parts.pdf Open Autodesk Inventor: Start-> All Programs -> Autodesk -> Autodesk Inventor 2010

More information

Solidworks Tutorial Pencil

Solidworks Tutorial Pencil The following instructions will be used to help you create a Pencil using Solidworks. These instructions are ordered to make the process as simple as possible. Deviating from the order, or not following

More information

Creo Parametric Primer

Creo Parametric Primer Creo Parametric Primer Creo Parametric Primer Education Editions C1-SE-L1-004-1.0 Written by Tim Brotherhood and Adam Haas Conditions of use Acknowledgements Feedback tbrotherhood@ptc.com Product code

More information

Autodesk Inventor. In Engineering Design & Drafting. By Edward Locke

Autodesk Inventor. In Engineering Design & Drafting. By Edward Locke Autodesk Inventor In Engineering Design & Drafting By Edward Locke Engineering Design Drafting Essentials Working Drawings: Orthographic Projection Views (multi-view, auxiliary view, details and sections)

More information

From the above fig. After sketching the path and profile select the sweep command First select the profile from property manager tree And then select

From the above fig. After sketching the path and profile select the sweep command First select the profile from property manager tree And then select Chapter 5 In sweep command there is a) Two sketch profiles b) Two path c) One sketch profile and one path The sweep profile is used to create threads springs circular things and difficult geometry. For

More information

Alternatively, the solid section can be made with open line sketch and adding thickness by Thicken Sketch.

Alternatively, the solid section can be made with open line sketch and adding thickness by Thicken Sketch. Sketcher All feature creation begins with two-dimensional drawing in the sketcher and then adding the third dimension in some way. The sketcher has many menus to help create various types of sketches.

More information

Solid Part Four A Bracket Made by Mirroring

Solid Part Four A Bracket Made by Mirroring C h a p t e r 5 Solid Part Four A Bracket Made by Mirroring This chapter will cover the following to World Class standards: Sketch of a Solid Problem Draw a Series of Lines Finish the 2D Sketch Extrude

More information

WEEK 5: Shaft Modeling (C51X01, C51X02) Revolved Features, Chamfer

WEEK 5: Shaft Modeling (C51X01, C51X02) Revolved Features, Chamfer WEEK 5: Shaft Modeling (C51X01, C51X02) Revolved Features, Chamfer 1. Creating the Shaft Model 1. File> New> Part, Name: C51X01> OK 2. Insert> Revolve> Placement> Define> select TOP datum plane> Sketch

More information

Veerapandian.K Mechanical Engg Vedharanyam A manual to mechanical designers How Solid works Works?

Veerapandian.K Mechanical Engg Vedharanyam A manual to mechanical designers How Solid works Works? Compiled by Veerapandian.K Mechanical Engg Vedharanyam-614 810 A manual to mechanical designers How Solid works Works? Solid works Overview Solid works main idea is user to create drawing directly in 3D

More information

Part Design. Sketcher - Basic 1 13,0600,1488,1586(SP6)

Part Design. Sketcher - Basic 1 13,0600,1488,1586(SP6) Part Design Sketcher - Basic 1 13,0600,1488,1586(SP6) In this exercise, we will learn the foundation of the Sketcher and its basic functions. The Sketcher is a tool used to create two-dimensional (2D)

More information

Alibre Design Tutorial: Loft, Extrude, & Revolve Cut Loft-Tube-1

Alibre Design Tutorial: Loft, Extrude, & Revolve Cut Loft-Tube-1 Alibre Design Tutorial: Loft, Extrude, & Revolve Cut Loft-Tube-1 Part Tutorial Exercise 5: Loft-Tube-1 [Complete] In this Exercise, We will set System Parameters first, then part options. Then, in sketch

More information

SolidWorks Tutorial 1. Axis

SolidWorks Tutorial 1. Axis SolidWorks Tutorial 1 Axis Axis This first exercise provides an introduction to SolidWorks software. First, we will design and draw a simple part: an axis with different diameters. You will learn how to

More information

LABORATORY MANUAL COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN LAB

LABORATORY MANUAL COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN LAB LABORATORY MANUAL COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN LAB Sr. No 1 2 3 Experiment Title Setting up of drawing environment by setting drawing limits, drawing units, naming the drawing, naming layers, setting line types

More information

Introduction to Autodesk Inventor User Interface Student Manual MODEL WINDOW

Introduction to Autodesk Inventor User Interface Student Manual MODEL WINDOW Emmett Wemp EDTECH 503 Introduction to Autodesk Inventor User Interface Fill in the blanks of the different tools available in the user interface of Autodesk Inventor as your instructor discusses them.

More information

Using Siemens NX 11 Software. The connecting rod

Using Siemens NX 11 Software. The connecting rod Using Siemens NX 11 Software The connecting rod Based on a Catia tutorial written by Loïc Stefanski. At the end of this manual, you should obtain the following part: 1 Introduction. Start NX 11 and open

More information