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Space Modeling with SolidWorks and NX

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  1. Jože Duhovnik

    1. Engineering Design and Transport System, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia

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  2. Ivan Demsar

    1. Engineering Design and Transport System, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia

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  3. Primož Drešar

    1. Engineering Design and Transport System, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia

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  • Explains via step-by-step tutorials how to create products in virtual space using 3D modeling software
  • Provides a good understanding of space in the abstract world of engineers and designers
  • Includes numerous hands-on examples
  • Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

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Table of contents (15 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xiv
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  2. Introduction

    • Jože Duhovnik, Ivan Demšar, Primož Drešar
    Pages 1-13

  3. Technical Freehand Sketching

    • Jože Duhovnik, Ivan Demšar, Primož Drešar
    Pages 15-48

  4. 3D Modelling

    • Jože Duhovnik, Ivan Demšar, Primož Drešar
    Pages 49-70

  5. 3D-Modelling Software Packages

    • Jože Duhovnik, Ivan Demšar, Primož Drešar
    Pages 71-96

  6. Extrusion

    • Jože Duhovnik, Ivan Demšar, Primož Drešar
    Pages 97-134

  7. Revolving

    • Jože Duhovnik, Ivan Demšar, Primož Drešar
    Pages 135-166

  8. Sweep

    • Jože Duhovnik, Ivan Demšar, Primož Drešar
    Pages 167-190

  9. Loft-Transition

    • Jože Duhovnik, Ivan Demšar, Primož Drešar
    Pages 191-220

  10. Supplementing the Shape

    • Jože Duhovnik, Ivan Demšar, Primož Drešar
    Pages 221-258

  11. Welding a Construction

    • Jože Duhovnik, Ivan Demšar, Primož Drešar
    Pages 259-296

  12. Sheet-Metal Bending

    • Jože Duhovnik, Ivan Demšar, Primož Drešar
    Pages 297-334

  13. Modelling Physical Models and Parameterization

    • Jože Duhovnik, Ivan Demšar, Primož Drešar
    Pages 335-365

  14. Assemblies

    • Jože Duhovnik, Ivan Demšar, Primož Drešar
    Pages 367-411

  15. Technical Documentation (Drawing)

    • Jože Duhovnik, Ivan Demšar, Primož Drešar
    Pages 413-453

  16. Modellers and Technical Documentation

    • Jože Duhovnik, Ivan Demšar, Primož Drešar
    Pages 455-487

  17. Back Matter

    Pages 489-490
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About this book

Through a series of step-by-step tutorials and numerous hands-on exercises, this book aims to equip the reader with both a good understanding of the importance of space in the abstract world of engineers and the ability to create a model of a product in virtual space – a skill essential for any designer or engineer who needs to present ideas concerning a particular product within a professional environment. The exercises progress logically from the simple to the more complex; while Solid Works or NX is the software used, the underlying philosophy is applicable to all modeling software. In each case, the explanation covers the entire procedure from the basic idea and production capabilities through to the real model; the conversion from 3D model to 2D manufacturing drawing is also clearly explained. Topics covered include modeling of prism, axisymmetric, symmetric and sophisticated shapes; digitization of physical models using modeling software; creation of a CAD model starting from a physical model; free form surface modeling; modeling of product assemblies following bottom-up and top-down principles; and the presentation of a product in accordance with the rules of technical documentation. This book, which includes more than 500 figures, will be ideal for students wishing to gain a sound grasp of space modeling techniques. Academics and professionals will find it to be an excellent teaching and research aid, and an easy-to-use guide.
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Authors and Affiliations

  • Engineering Design and Transport System, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia

    Jože Duhovnik, Ivan Demsar, Primož Drešar

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About the authors

Jože Duhovnik is full professor of Engineering Design, founder and head of LECAD (Laboratory for Computer Aided Design) at University of Ljubljana, Slovenia. His research focuses on theory of design, development technic, project leading, information flow in CAD process, geometrics design and models of global product realization.
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