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Preface

Acknowledgments

Getting Started

Introduction

(1)

Development of Computer Geometric Modeling

(4)

Feature-Based Parametric Modeling

(1)

Getting Started with Autodesk Inventor

(1)

Starting Autodesk Inventor

(1)

The Startup dialog box and Units Setup

(1)

Autodesk Inventor Screen Layout

(1)

Pull-down Menus

(1)

Standard Toolbar

(1)

Part Feature Toolbar

(1)

Help Options

(1)

2D Sketch Toolbar

(1)

Graphics Window

(1)

Graphics Cursor or Crosshairs

(1)

Message and Status Bar Area

(1)

Browser

(1)

Mouse Buttons

(1)

[Esc] - Canceling commands

(1)

On-Line Help

(1)

Leaving Autodesk Inventor

(1)

Creating a CAD files folder

Parametric Modeling Fundamentals

Introduction

(1)

The Adjuster design

(1)

Starting Autodesk Inventor

(1)

Autodesk Inventor Screen Layout

(1)

Creating Rough Sketches

(1)

Step 1: Creating a rough sketch

(1)

Graphics Cursors

(1)

Geometric Constraint Symbols

(1)

Step 2: Apply/modify constraints and dimensions

(3)

Modifying the dimensions of the sketch

(1)

Step 3: Completing the Base Solid Feature

(1)

Isometric View

(1)

Dynamic Viewing Functions - Zoom and Pan

(1)

Dynamic Rotation of the 3-D block - 3D Rotate

(2)

Dynamic Viewing - Quick Keys

(1)

Display Modes

(1)

Orthographic vs. Perspective

(1)

Sketch plane -- It is an XY CRT, but an XYZ World

(2)

Step 4-1: Adding an extruded feature

(4)

Step 4-2: Adding a cut feature

(3)

Save the Model

(1)

Questions

(1)

Exercises

Constructive Solid Geometry Concepts

Introduction

(1)

Binary Tree

(1)

The Locator Design

(1)

Starting Autodesk Inventor

(1)

GRID and SNAP intervals Setup

(1)

Modeling Strategy - CSG Binary Tree

(1)

Base Feature

(2)

Model Dimensions Format

(1)

Modifying the dimensions of the sketch

(1)

Repositioning Dimensions

(1)

Completing the Base Solid Feature

(1)

Creating the next solid feature

(4)

Creating a CUT Feature

(3)

Creating a PLACED FEATURE

(3)

Creating a Rectangular Cut Feature

(4)

Questions

(1)

Exercises

Model History Tree

Introduction

(1)

The Saddle Bracket Design

(1)

Starting Autodesk Inventor

(1)

Modeling Strategy

(1)

The Autodesk Inventor Browser

(1)

Creating the Base Feature

(3)

Adding the Second Solid Feature

(1)

Creating a 2D sketch

(2)

Renaming the Part Features

(1)

Adjusting the Width of the Base Feature

(1)

Adding a Placed Feature

(2)

Creating a Rectangular Cut Feature

(1)

History-based Part Modifications

(1)

A Design change

(2)

What Happened?

(4)

Questions

(1)

Exercises

Parametric Constraints Fundamentals

Constraints and Relations

(1)

Create a Simple Triangular Plate Design

(1)

Fully Constrained Geometry

(1)

Starting Autodesk Inventor

(1)

Displaying existing constraints

(2)

Applying Geometric/Dimensional Constraints

(4)

Over-constraining and Driven Dimensions

(1)

Deleting existing constraints

(1)

Using the Auto Dimension command

(1)

Adding Additional Geometry

(3)

Constraint Settings

(1)

Parametric relations

(2)

Dimensional Values and Dimensional Variables

(1)

Parametric Equations

(1)

Viewing the Established Parameters and Relations

(1)

Saving the Model File

(1)

Questions

(1)

Exercises

Geometric Construction Tools

Introduction

(1)

The Gasket Design

(1)

Modeling Strategy

(1)

Starting Autodesk Inventor

(1)

Creating a 2D Sketch

(2)

Editing the Sketch by Dragging the Entities

(2)

Adding Additional Constraints

(1)

Using the Trim and Extend Commands

(2)

The Auto Dimension Command

(2)

Creating Fillets and Completing the Sketch

(1)

Fully Constrained Geometry

(3)

Profile Sketch

(1)

Redefining the Profile

(4)

Create an Offset Cut Feature

(3)

Questions

(1)

Exercises

Parent/Child Relationships and the BORN Technique

Introduction

(1)

The Born Technique

(1)

The U-Bracket Design

(1)

Starting Up Autodesk Inventor

(1)

Default sketch plane setting

(1)

Applying the BORN Technique

(2)

Creating the 2-D Sketch of the Base feature

(2)

Apply/modify constraints and dimensions

(2)

Create the First Extrude Feature

(1)

The Implied Parent/Child Relationships

(1)

Creating the Second Solid Feature

(4)

Creating the First Cut feature

(1)

Creating the next Cut feature

(2)

Examining the Parent/Child Relationships

(1)

Modify a Parent Dimension

(1)

A Design Change

(1)

Feature Suppression

(1)

A different approach to the Center_Drill feature

(2)

Suppress the Rect_Cut feature

(1)

Creating the Circular Cut Feature

(2)

A Flexible Design Approach

(1)

Questions

(1)

Exercises

Part Drawings and Associative Functionality

Drawings from Parts and Associative Functionality

(1)

Starting Autodesk Inventor

(1)

Drawing Mode - 2D Paper Space

(2)

Drawing Sheet Format

(2)

Using the Pre-defined Drawing Sheet Formats

(2)

Deleting, Activating, and Editing a Drawing Sheet

(1)

Adding a Base View

(1)

Creating Projected Views

(1)

Adjusting the View Scale

(1)

Repositioning Views

(1)

Displaying Feature Dimensions

(2)

Repositioning and Hiding Feature Dimensions

(2)

Adding Additional Dimensions -- Reference Dimensions

(1)

Adding Center Marks and Center Lines

(3)

Completing the Drawing Sheet

(1)

Associative Functionality -- Modifying Feature Dimensions

(3)

Questions

(1)

Exercises

Datum Features and Auxiliary Views

Work Features

(1)

Auxiliary Views in 2D Drawings

(1)

The Rod-Guide Design

(1)

Modeling Strategy

(2)

Applying the Born Technique

(1)

Creating the Base feature

(2)

Creating an Angled Work Plane

(1)

Creating a 2D sketch on the work plane

(1)

Using the Projected Geometry option

(4)

Completing the Solid feature

(1)

Creating an Offset Work Plane

(1)

Creating another cut feature using the work plane

(2)

Starting a new 2D drawing

(1)

Adding a Base View

(1)

Creating an Auxiliary View

(2)

Displaying Feature Dimensions

(2)

Adjusting the View Scale

(1)

Adding Additional Dimensions

(2)

Adding Center Marks and Center Lines

(3)

Completing the Drawing Sheet

(1)

Editing the Isometric view

(1)

Questions

(1)

Exercises

Symmetrical Features in Designs

Introduction

(1)

A Revolved Design: Pulley

(1)

Modeling Strategy - A Revolved Design

(1)

Starting Autodesk Inventor

(1)

Setup the display of the Sketch Plane

(1)

Creating the 2-D Sketch for the Revolved feature

(4)

Creating the Revolved Feature

(1)

Mirroring Features

(2)

Creating A Pattern Leader Using Construction Geometry

(5)

Circular Pattern

(2)

Examining the design parameters

(1)

Drawing Mode -- Defining New Border and Title Block

(3)

Creating a Drawing Template

(1)

Automatically Retrieve Dimensions

(1)

Creating Views

(4)

Retrieve Dimensions -- Features option

(2)

Associative Functionality -- A Design Change

(1)

Adding Center lines to the Pattern feature

(1)

Completing the Drawing

(2)

Questions

(1)

Exercises

Advanced 3D Construction Tools

Introduction

(1)

A Thin-Walled Design: Dryer Housing

(1)

Modeling Strategy

(1)

Starting Autodesk Inventor

(1)

Set up the display of the Sketch Plane

(1)

Creating the 2-D Sketch for the Base Feature

(3)

Create a Revolved Feature

(1)

Creating Offset Work Planes

(1)

Creating 2D sketches on the Offset Work Planes

(3)

Creating a Lofted Feature

(2)

Creating an Extruded Feature

(2)

Completing the Extruded Feature

(1)

Create 3D Rounds and Fillets

(1)

Using the Shell Operation

(1)

Create a Pattern Leader

(3)

Creating a Rectangular Pattern

(2)

Creating a Swept Feature

(1)

Define a 2D Sweep path

(2)

Define the Sweep Section

(2)

Completing the Swept Feature

(2)

Questions

(1)

Exercises

Assembly Modeling - Putting It All Together

Introduction

(1)

Assembly Modeling Methodology

(1)

The Shaft Support Assembly

(1)

Additional Parts

(3)

Collar

(1)

Bearing

(1)

Base-Plate

(1)

Cap-Screw

(1)

Starting Autodesk Inventor

(1)

Placing the First Component

(1)

Placing the Second Component

(1)

Degrees of Freedom and Constraints

(1)

Assembly Constraints

(2)

Apply the First Assembly Constraint

(2)

Apply a Second Mate Assembly Constraint

(1)

Constrained Move

(1)

Apply a Flush Constraint

(2)

Placing the Third Component

(1)

Applying an Insert Constraint

(2)

Assemble the Cap-Screws

(1)

Exploded View of the Assembly

(2)

Editing the Components

(1)

Adaptive Design Approach

(3)

Delete and Re-apply Assembly Constraints

(3)

Setup a Drawing of the Assembly Model

(2)

Creating a Parts List

(1)

Editing the Parts List

(2)

Changing the Material Type

(3)

Completing the Assembly Drawing

(1)

Bill of Materials

(1)

Conclusion

(1)

Summary of Modeling Considerations

(1)

Questions

(1)

Exercises

Index

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