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Modelling with AutoCAD Release 14 Robert McFarlane

Modelling with AutoCAD Release 14 By Robert McFarlane

Modelling with AutoCAD Release 14 by Robert McFarlane


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Summary

This text follows on from Beginning AutoCAD R14. It aims to guide the user through creating 3D wire-frame models, solid models and surface models. It contains practical exercises which are backed up with user activities, and discusses multiple viewpoints and modelling concepts.

Modelling with AutoCAD Release 14 Summary

Modelling with AutoCAD Release 14: For Windows 95 and Windows NT by Robert McFarlane

Ideal for all AutoCAD users upgrading to Release 14, 'Modelling with AutoCAD R14' follows on from the basic skills learned in 'Beginning AutoCAD R14'. Users of the new Release 14 will find McFarlane's experience and accessible style will guide them effortlessly through creating 3D wire-frame models, solid models and surface models. Practical exercises are backed up with user activities. The concept of creating multiple viewpoints is discussed as well as modelling concepts, the VIEW and DRAW commands. This book will be invaluable to students of further and higher education requiring 3D draughting and solid modelling skills and professionals in industry upgrading their skills to Release 14.

Modelling with AutoCAD Release 14 Reviews

an invaluable aid to a wide variety of users ... ideal for students.,Book News on the Internet, Excellent and easy to follow ... good set of exercises.,Barbara Roskowski, Onkaparinga Institute, Australia,

About Robert McFarlane

Bob McFarlane is a Curriculum Manager (CAD and New Media) at Motherwell College. He is in charge of the following courses to HNC and HND level: a)Computer Aided Draughting and Design b)Architectural Technology with CAD c)Filmcraft and Animation d)Internet and Multimedia Design and Development Bob has been writing AutoCAD books since 1993, the first being published for AutoCAD Release 12. Bob is an Autodesk Educational Developer and has a particular interest in the modelling concepts. Outside of work, Bob's interests include Bonsai trees, stamp collecting, remote control aircraft and kite flying. At present Bob spend most of his time with his wife Helen, his children Linda and Stephen and his granddaughter Ciara.

Table of Contents

The standard sheet * 3D excursions * UCS and 3D co-ordinates * Creating a wire-frame model * User co-ordinate system * Modifying 3D models * Dimensioning in 3D * Hatching in 3D * Tiled viewports * The viewpoint command * Centring viewports * Model space and paper space * Surface models * 3D face and pface * 3D mesh * Ruled surfaces * Tabulated surfaces * Revolved surfaces * Edge surfaces * 3D polyline * 3D objects * 3D commands * Blocks and wblocks in 3D * A 3D surface model exercise * Dynamic viewing * Viewport specific layers * Introduction to solid modelling * Solid primatives * Swept primatives * Boolean operations * Solid composite 1 - a machine support * Solid composite 2 - a backing plate * Solid composite 3 - a flange and pipe arrangement * Edge primatives * Solid composite exercises * Regions * Moving solids * Another two solid composites * Viewpoint specific layers with solid models * Slicing and selecting solids * Profiles * Blocks with solid models * The setup view and draw commands * Dynamic viewing solid models * Finally.

Additional information

GOR002806164
9780340731611
0340731613
Modelling with AutoCAD Release 14: For Windows 95 and Windows NT by Robert McFarlane
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Taylor & Francis Ltd
19981030
284
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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