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    This document provides an introduction to a 3D CAD modeling course using Autodesk Inventor. It discusses the instructor's background, reviews the syllabus, introduces concepts like the advantages of 3D CAD over 2D and the master model approach. It also describes the Autodesk Inventor interface elements and file types.

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    MEE 104L Lesson 1 Course Introduction, 3D CAD Basics & Inventor Interface

    Tuesday, January 17, 2012 Jamie Obermeyer University of Dayton

    MEE 104L Introduction


    1. 2. 3. 4. Personal Introduction Review Syllabus 3D CAD Basics Autodesk Inventor Interface Review

    Personal Introduction
    Name: Jamie Obermeyer Hometown: Batesville, Indiana Now Live In: Oakwood, Ohio Education: Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering Kettering University, Flint, MI Master of Science Mgmt. of Technology Rensselaer Polytechnic Inst., Troy, NY

    Design Experience: Design/Analysis Manager, 2000-2009 Delphi, Vandalia, OH IT Manager Engrg/Design Apps, 2010-Present BWI Group, Kettering, OH CAD Instructor, 2011-Present Univ. of Dayton, Dayton, OH

    Review Syllabus
    1. See Isidore site 2. Syllabus subject to change as needed 3. Open to suggestions for content improvement

    Shortfall of 2D CAD
    ?

    Advantage of 3D CAD
    ?

    3D CAD Master Model Concept

    .stl File for Rapid Proto

    2D Drawing

    3D Master Model

    Finite Element Model

    3D Assembly Model

    3D CAD Master Model Creation Steps

    1. Start with a mental image of your 3D part.

    2. Break it down into major cross-sections

    3. Capture the basic shape of the first cross-section


    Note: At this point, dont worry about the EXACT dimension. The relationship between the features is more important.

    4. Apply geometric constraints to the sketch to freeze the shape

    5. Add Smart Dimensions to every characteristic needing a dimension until the sketch is Fully Contstrained.

    3D CAD Master Model Creation Steps

    6. Now add specific dimensions if known

    7. Complete sketch and extrude to thickness

    8. Repeat the process for the other main cross-section


    Note: When you consistently build your Master Models with this process, subsequent changes will be much easier to accomplish.

    9. Now add or subtract material as needed using fillets, chamfers, holes, etc.

    10. Your first iteration Master Model is complete!

    Autodesk Inventor Filetypes


    3D CAD parts: .ipt (Inventor Part) 2D Drawings: .idw (Inventor Drawing) 3D Assemblies: .iam (Inventor Assemblies For reference AutoCAD files: .dwg and .dxf

    Autodesk Inventor Part (.ipt)


    .ipt files are for a single, 3D CAD part 3D Master Data can be used as basis for drawings, and with other parts to make assemblies

    Inventor Application Window Elements

    Autodesk Start Button File functions Options/settings

    Inventor Application Window Elements

    Quick-Access Toolbar Quick access to oftenused tools

    Inventor Application Window Elements

    Name of currentlyactive file

    Inventor Application Window Elements

    Help Menu Area: Search help Help Options, see pull-down

    Inventor Application Window Elements

    Ribbon Tabs:
    Group major functions/tasks together

    Inventor Application Window Elements

    Model Ribbon:
    The functions needed to model a 3D part in a workflow.

    Inventor Application Window Elements

    Inspect Ribbon:
    Tools to measure or analyze your model

    Inventor Application Window Elements

    Tools Ribbon:
    Studio Rendering Measurements Options, Settings Search

    Inventor Application Window Elements

    Manage Ribbon:
    Advanced Features May Be Covered Later This Term

    Inventor Application Window Elements

    View Ribbon:

    Item visibility and appearance options Window layout options Turn User Interface items on or off Good to know if something disappears Navigation Wheel options

    Inventor Application Window Elements

    Environments Ribbon:
    Stress Analysis Inventor Studio (animations and high-end rendering Eco Matls Advisor Sheet Metal conversion

    Inventor Application Window Elements

    Get Started Ribbon:


    Excellent source of tips and tutorials!

    Inventor Application Window Elements

    Model Browser:
    Lists items in build order

    Inventor Application Window Elements

    View Cube:
    Use for incremental rotations or free rotation

    Inventor Application Window Elements

    Navigation Bar:
    Use to choose among several different navigation tools, such as Zoom, Orbit, Navigation Wheel.

    Inventor Application Window Elements

    Status Bar:
    Tells status of modeling step, and/or provides instructions for next step

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