John MyersCAD Systems Manager
Dyson Limited
3 Dimensional Modelling
CAD
CAM
CNC
RP
The Basics of CAD:
Understanding the Theory of 3D CAD
Uses of 3D CAD
• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Ship Building
• Manufacturing
• Architecture
• Jewellery
What does CAD stand for?
•Computer•Aided•Design
Revolve Section
Revolution
Axis
Sweep Along Guide
Guide
Section
Sweep Along Guide
Chamfer
Blends and Chamfers
Blends
Boolean Operations
Boolean - Intersect
Boolean - Subtract
Section String
Revolution
Axis
Step 1: Revolved Body
Extrude Section Curves
“Instance” Feature
Extrude and Blend
BlendExtrude
Model, Curves and Sheets
3D Design Master Model Concept
3D Model
Analysis
AssemblyRendering
RP
CAM
Tech Pub
Tooling
Drawing
Programmes
Solid EdgeSolid Works
Pro-E DesktopAutodesk Inventor
UnigraphicsCatia
Pro-E Wildfire
RhinoLightworks
Maya3D Studio
Numerous others
CAD
•Computer
•AIDED•Design