Solid Modeling
When is Solid Modeling Covered?
Solid Modeling in AutoCAD is introduced in ENGR112 during Classes 21.2, 22.2, and 26.1*
*Explaination of Class numbering System
Objectives
| Class 21.1: |
3D Solid Modeling |
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List the six basic solid primitives |
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Combine solids using Boolean operations |
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Extract the physical properties of a solid and annotate the drawing with that information |
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List what physical properties can be extracted from a solid model |
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Use HIDE and SHADE to help in visualizing a solid model |
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Plot hidden views of solid models |
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Enter 3D coordinates via the keyboard |
| Class 21.2: |
3D Solid Modeling - Coordinate Systems |
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Explain the difference in coordinate systems and viewpoints |
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Given a set of XYZ axes, determine if the system is right handed or left handed |
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Explain the meaning of the various configurations of the UCSICON |
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Create a user coordinate system using the following options of the UCS command: X, Y, Z, 3point, Origin, and World |
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Be able to select points on 3D drawings using the following OSNAP modes: Endpoint, Center, Midpoint, and Quadrant |
| Class 26.1: |
Editing Solids in AutoCAD |
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Create planar secitons through solids |
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Cut solid models open to allow interior viewing |
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Crosshatch interior surfaces of a solid either before of after it has been cut open |
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Apply fillets and chamfers to solid objects |
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Create a solid model of an assembly drawing |
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Align objects in 3D |
Class Agenda
| Class 21.1: |
3D Solid Modeling |
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Lecture material on keyboard coordinates, primitive shapes, and AutoCAD commands |
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Individual exercise |
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Team exercise |
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Lecture material on mass properties |
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Pairs exercise |
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Lecture material on hidden files |
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HW assignment |
| Class 21.2: |
3D Solid Modeling - Coordinate Systems |
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Lecture Material on types of coordinate systems and AutoCAD commands |
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Think-Pair-Share |
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Team and individual exercises |
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Lecture material on rounding the corners |
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Pair exercise |
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HW assignment |
| Class 26.1: |
Editing Solids in AutoCAD |
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RAT - quiz |
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Lecture material on slicing solids in AutoCAD |
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Steps to create a sectioned solid |
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Team exercise |
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Think-Pair-Share exercise |
Why is Solid Modeling Important?
AutoCAD is an important tool for 3D Solid Modeling because it allows the solid to be viewed from any angle, makes replication possible, and offers accurate illustrations of 3D models.
- Class 21.1 Powerpoint
- Class 21.2 Powerpoint
- Class 26.1 Powerpoint
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