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Solid Modeling and Applications

Rapid Prototyping, CAD and CAE Theory

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  • © 2016

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Authors:
  1. Dugan Um

    1. Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi, USA

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  • Introduces the theory and application of CAD, CAE, and Rapid Prototyping to students of mechanical or manufacturing engineers with little or no coding experience
  • Maximizes students’ insight into concepts of each theory using mathematical problems
  • Reinforces student understanding of CAD/CAE theory with numerous examples and excises throughout the book
  • Includes pre-coded spreadsheet exercises developed to promote students’ facility discerning theories in practical applications

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Table of contents (8 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-ix
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  2. Introduction to CAD

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    Pages 1-16

  3. Graphical Representation for Mechanical Design

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    Pages 17-49

  4. 3D Geometric Modeling

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    Pages 51-92

  5. Parametric Line and Curve Theory

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    Pages 93-141

  6. Miscellaneous Issues in Computer Graphics for Modeling

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    Pages 143-169

  7. Rendering Theory

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    Pages 171-190

  8. Rapid Prototyping

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    Pages 191-221

  9. Finite Element Modeling and Analysis

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    Pages 223-286

  10. Back Matter

    Pages 287-298
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About this book

The lessons in this fundamental text equip students with the theory of Computer Assisted Design (CAD), Computer Assisted Engineering (CAE), the essentials of Rapid Prototyping, as well as practical skills needed to apply this understanding in real world design and manufacturing settings. The book includes three main areas: CAD, CAE, and Rapid Prototyping, each enriched with numerous examples and exercises. In the CAD section, Professor Um outlines the basic concept of geometric modeling, Hermite and Bezier Spline curves theory, and 3-dimensional surface theories as well as rendering theory. The CAE section explores mesh generation theory, matrix notion for FEM, the stiffness method, and truss Equations. And in Rapid Prototyping, the author illustrates stereo lithographic theory and introduces popular modern RP technologies. Solid Modeling and Applications: Rapid Prototyping, CAD and CAE Theory is ideal for university students in various engineering disciplines as well as design engineers involved in product design, analysis, and validation.

Authors and Affiliations

  • Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi, USA

    Dugan Um

About the author

Dugan Um achieved his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin at Madison. Sensitive robotic skin for unknown environments motion planning was the subject of his dissertation. After he received his degree, he joined Caterpillar Inc. as a senior research engineer and worked for about 4 years at Caterpillar R&D group. Currently, he is at Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi delivering his 4 years of engineering experiences into classes. His research areas include CAD/CAM, robotic motion planning, 3D sensing, UAV control, and MEMS technology. He is currently an associate professor of Mechanical Engineering, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.

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