"[This] textbook introduces the reader to CATIA V5R19, one of the world's leading parametric solid modeling packages. In this textbook, the author emphasizes on the solid modeling techniques that improve the productivity and efficiency of the users."--Back cover.

This workbook is an introduction to the main Workbench functions CATIA V5 has to offer. The book's objective is to instruct anyone who wants to learn CATIA V5 Release 19 through organized, graphically rich, step-by-step instructions on the software's basic processes and tools. This book is not intended to be a reference guide. The lessons in this workbook present basic real life design problems along with the workbenches, toolbars, and tools required to solve these problems. Each lesson is presented with sep-by-step instructions. Although most of the steps are detailed for the beginner, the steps and processes are numbered and bolded so the more experienced user can go directly to the subject area of interest. Each lesson consists of an introduction, objectives, an introduction to the workbench and toolbars used in the lesson, step-by-step instructions, and concludes with a summary. Review questions and additional practice exercises are at the end of each lesson. Table of Contents 1. Introduction to CATIA V5 2. Navigating the CATIA V5 Environment 3. Sketcher Workbench 4. Part Design Workbench 5. Drafting Workbench 6. Drafting Workbench 7. Complex Parts & Multiple Sketch Parts 8. Assembly Design Workbench 9. Generative Shape Design Workbench 10. Generative Shape Design Workbench 11. DMU Navigator 12. Rendering Workbench 13. Parametric Design

"Consists of 1028 pages of heavily illustrated text covering the following features of SolidWorks: part design, assembly design, detailing and drafting, blocks, sheet metal modeling, and surface modeling."--Cover.

This textbook explains how to create models with freeform surfaces using CATIA V5. CATIA is a three dimensional CAD/CAM/CAE software developed by Dassault Systems, France. This textbook is based on CATIA V5-6R2014. Users of earlier releases can use this book with minor modifications. We provide files for exercises via our website. All files are in CATIA V5R20 so readers can open the files using later releases of CATIA V5. It is assumed that readers of this textbook are accustomed to the modeling tools and processes in how to construct solid models in CATIA V5. For basic modeling, assembly and drafting techniques, refer to the textbook written by the author. This textbook is suitable for anyone who are interested in learning how to create and use the freeform surface in constructing 3D models using CATIA V5. Topics covered in this textbook - Chapter 1: Introduction to Surface Design - Chapter 2: Creating a Freeform Surface in a Solid Body - Chapter 3 and 4: Creating Reference Elements and Curves - Chapter 5 through 9: Creating Freeform Surfaces with various Commands - Chapter 10: Analyzing Suface Quality - Chapter 11 through 16: Modeling Projects (Cup Holder, Router Stand, PET Bottle, Lamp Shade, Classical Handset, Bumper Surface of Audi Q5)"

This book showcases cutting-edge research papers from the 9th International Conference on Research into Design (ICoRD 2023) – the largest in India in this area – written by eminent researchers from across the world on design processes, technologies, methods and tools, and their impact on innovation, for supporting design for a connected world. The theme of ICoRD’23 has been ‘Design in the Era of Industry 4.0’. Industry 4.0 signifies the fourth industrial revolution. The first industrial revolution was driven by the introduction of mechanical power such as steam and water engines to replace human and animal labour. The second industrial revolution involved introduction of electrical power and organised labour. The third industrial revolution was powered by introduction of industrial automation. The fourth industrial revolution involves introduction of a combination of technologies to enable connected intelligence and industrial autonomy. The introduction of Industry 4.0 dramatically changes the landscape of innovation, and the way design, the engine of innovation, is carried out. The theme of ICoRD’23 - ‘Design in the Era of Industry 4.0’ –explores how Industry 4.0 concepts and technologies influence the way design is conducted, and how methods, tools, and approaches for supporting design can take advantage of this transformational change that is sweeping across the world. The book is of interest to researchers, professionals, and entrepreneurs working in the areas on industrial design, manufacturing, consumer goods, and industrial management who are interested in the new and emerging methods and tools for design of new products, systems, and services.