Autodesk Fusion 360: A Tutorial Approach Introduces the readers to Autodesk Fusion 360, the first 3D CAD/CAM/CAE tool that connects the entire product development process in a single cloud-based platform where different design teams work together in a hybrid environment and harness the power of the cloud when necessary as well as use local resources. The chapters in this book are arranged in a pedagogical sequence that makes it very effective in learning the features and capabilities of the software. This book covers all important topics and concepts such as Part Design, Assembly Design, Drafting, Animation, and the Basics of Sheet Metal. Salient Features Chapters are organized in a pedagogical sequence. Summarized content on the first page of the topics that are covered in the chapter. Real-world mechanical engineering problems used as tutorials and projects with step-by-step explanation. Additional information throughout the book in the form of notes and tips. Self-Evaluation Tests and Review Questions at the end of each chapter to help the users assess their knowledge. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Drawing Sketches for Solid Models Chapter 3: Adding Constraints and Dimensions to Sketches Chapter 4: Advance Modeling-I Chapter 5: Creating Reference Geometries Chapter 6: Advance Modeling-II Chapter 7: Assembling Components Chapter 8: Working with Drawing and Animation Workspace Chapter 9: Working with Sheet Metal Components Chapter 10: Managing and Collaborating on the Cloud and 3D Printing Student Projects Index

SOLIDWORKS 2018: A Tutorial Approach introduces readers to SOLIDWORKS 2018 software, one of the world's leading parametric solid modeling packages. In this book, the author has adopted a tutorial-based approach to explain the fundamental concepts of SOLIDWORKS. This book has been written with the tutorial point of view and the learn-by-doing theme to help the users easily understand the concepts covered in it. The book consists of 12 chapters that are structured in a pedagogical sequence that makes the book very effective in learning the features and capabilities of the software. The book covers a wide range of topics such as Sketching, Part Modeling, Assembly Modeling, Drafting in SOLIDWORKS 2018. In addition, this book covers the basics of Mold Design, FEA, and SOLIDWORKS Simulation. Salient Features: Consists of 12 chapters that are organized in a pedagogical sequence. Tutorial approach to explain various concepts of SOLIDWORKS 2018. First page of every chapter summarizes the topics that are covered in it. Step-by-step instructions that guide the users through the learning process. Several real-world mechanical engineering designs as tutorials and projects. Additional information throughout the book in the form of notes and tips. Self-Evaluation Tests and Review Questions at the end of the chapters for the users to assess their knowledge. Technical support by contacting '[email protected]'. Additional learning resources at http://allaboutcadcam.blogspot.com. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to SOLIDWORKS 2018 Chapter 2: Drawing Sketches for Solid Models Chapter 3: Editing and Modifying Sketches Chapter 4: Adding Relations and Dimensions to Sketches Chapter 5: Advanced Dimensioning Techniques and Base Feature Options Chapter 6: Creating Reference Geometries Chapter 7: Advanced Modeling Tools-I Chapter 8: Advanced Modeling Tools-II Chapter 9: Assembly Modeling Chapter 10: Working with Drawing Views Chapter 11: Introduction to FEA and SOLIDWORKS Simulation Chapter 12: Introduction to Mold Design Student Project Index

Autodesk Fusion 360: A Tutorial Approach Introduces the readers to Autodesk Fusion 360, the first 3D/CAD/CAM/CAE tool that connects the entire product development process in a single cloud-based platform where different design teams work together in hybrid environment and harness the power of the cloud when necessary as well as use local resources. The chapters in this textbook are arranged in pedagogical sequence that makes it very effective in learning the features and capabilities of the software. This textbook covers all important topics and concepts such as Part Design, Assembly Design, Drafting, Animation, Basics of Sheet Metal. Salient Features: Book consisting of 10 chapters that are organized in a pedagogical sequence. Summarized content on the first page of the topics that are covered in the chapter. More than 40 real-world mechanical engineering problems used as tutorials and projects with step-by-step explanation. Additional information throughout the book in the form of notes and tips. Self-Evaluation Tests and Review Questions at the end of each chapter to help the users assess their knowledge. Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Drawing Sketches for Solid Models Chapter 3: Adding Constraints and Dimensions to Sketches Chapter 4: Advance Modeling-I Chapter 5: Creating Reference Geometries Chapter 6: Advance Modeling-II Chapter 7: Assembling Components Chapter 8: Working with Drawing and Animation Workspace Chapter 9: Working with Sheet Metal Components Chapter 10: Managing and Collaborating on the Cloud Index

ANSYS Workbench 2019 R2: A Tutorial Approach book introduces the readers to ANSYS Workbench 2019, one of the world’s leading, widely distributed, and popular commercial CAE packages. It is used across the globe in various industries such as aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, nuclear, electronics, biomedical, and so on. ANSYS provides simulation solutions that enable designers to simulate design performance. This book covers various simulation streams of ANSYS such as Static Structural, Modal, Steady-State, and Transient Thermal analyses. Structured in pedagogical sequence for effective and easy learning, the content in this textbook will help FEA analysts in quickly understanding the capability and usage of tools of ANSYS Workbench. Salient Features: Book consisting of 11 chapters that are organized in a pedagogical sequence Summarized content on the first page of the topics that are covered in the chapter More than 10 real-world mechanical engineering problems used as tutorials Additional information throughout the book in the form of notes & tips Self-Evaluation Tests and Review Questions at the end of each chapter to help the users assess their knowledge. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to FEA Chapter 2: Introduction to ANSYS Workbench Chapter 3: Part Modeling - I Chapter 4: Part Modeling -II Chapter 5: Part Modeling - III Chapter 6: Defining Material Properties Chapter 7: Generating Mesh - I Chapter 8: Generating Mesh – II Chapter 9: Static Structural Analysis Chapter 10: Modal Analysis Chapter 11: Thermal Analysis Index

Exploring Autodesk Navisworks 2024 is a comprehensive textbook that has been written to cater to the needs of the students and professionals. The chapters in this textbook are structured in a pedagogical sequence, which makes the learning process very simple and effective for both the novice as well as the advanced users of Autodesk Navisworks. In this textbook, the author emphasizes on creating 4D simulation, performing clash detection, performing quantity takeoff, rendering, creating animation, and reviewing models through tutorials and exercises. In addition, the chapters have been punctuated with tips and notes, wherever necessary, to make the concepts clear, thereby enabling you to create your own innovative projects. Salient Features Comprehensive textbook consisting of 412 pages of heavily illustrated text. Detailed explanation of the commands and tools of Autodesk Navisworks. Tips and Notes throughout the book for providing additional information. Self-Evaluation Tests, Review Questions, and Exercises at the end of the chapters. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to Autodesk Navisworks 2024 Chapter 2: Exploring the Navigation Tools in Navisworks Chapter 3: Selecting, Controlling, and Reviewing Objects Chapter 4: Viewpoints, Sections, and Animations Chapter 5: TimeLiner Chapter 6: Working with Animator and Scripter Chapter 7: Quantification Chapter 8: Clash Detection Chapter 9: Autodesk Rendering in Navisworks Case Study Index

SOLIDWORKS 2020: A Tutorial Approach introduces readers to SOLIDWORKS 2020 software, one of the world's leading parametric solid modeling packages. In this book, the author has adopted a tutorial-based approach to explain the fundamental concepts of SOLIDWORKS. This book has been written with the tutorial point of view and the learn-by-doing theme to help the users easily understand the concepts covered in it. The book consists of 12 chapters that are structured in a pedagogical sequence that makes the book very effective in learning the features and capabilities of the software. The book covers a wide range of topics such as Sketching, Part Modeling, Assembly Modeling, Drafting in SOLIDWORKS 2020. In addition, this book covers the basics of Mold Design, FEA, and SOLIDWORKS Simulation. Salient Features Consists of 12 chapters that are organized in a pedagogical sequence. Tutorial approach to explain various concepts of SOLIDWORKS 2020. First page of every chapter summarizes the topics that are covered in it. Step-by-step instructions that guide the users through the learning process. Real-world mechanical engineering designs as tutorials and projects. Additional information throughout the book in the form of notes and tips. Self-Evaluation Tests and Review Questions at the end of the chapters for the users to assess their knowledge. Additional learning resources at https://allaboutcadcam.blogspot.com Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to SOLIDWORKS 2020 Chapter 2: Drawing Sketches for Solid Models Chapter 3: Editing and Modifying Sketches Chapter 4: Adding Relations and Dimensions to Sketches Chapter 5: Advanced Dimensioning Techniques and Base Feature Options Chapter 6: Creating Reference Geometries Chapter 7: Advanced Modeling Tools-I Chapter 8: Advanced Modeling Tools-II Chapter 9: Assembly Modeling Chapter 10: Working with Drawing Views Chapter 11: Introduction to FEA and SOLIDWORKS Simulation Chapter 12: Introduction to Mold Design Student Project Index

Autodesk Fusion 360: A Tutorial Approach Introduces the readers to Autodesk Fusion 360, the first 3D/CAD/CAM/CAE tool that connects the entire product development process in a single cloud-based platform where different design teams work together in hybrid environment and harness the power of the cloud when necessary as well as use local resources. The chapters in this book are arranged in pedagogical sequence that makes it very effective in learning the features and capabilities of the software. This book covers all important topics and concepts such as Part Design, Assembly Design, Drafting, Animation, Basics of Sheet Metal.