Parametric Modeling with SolidWorks 2008

by Paul Schilling, Randy H. Shih

Parametric Modeling with SolidWorks 2008 contains a series of twelve tutorial style lessons designed to introduce SolidWorks 2008, solid modeling and parametric modeling techniques and concepts. The text takes a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important Parametric Modeling techniques and concepts. Each lesson introduces a new set of commands and concepts, building on previous lessons. The lessons guide the user from constructing basic shapes to building intelligent solid models and assemblies and creating multi-view drawings. Table of Contents
1. Getting started
2. Parametric Modeling Fundamentals
3. Constructive Solid Geometry Concepts
4. Feature Manager Design Tree
5. Geometric Relations Fundamentals
6. Geometric Construction Tools
7. Parent Child Relationships and the BORN Technique
8. Part Drawings and Associative Functionality
9. Reference Geometry and Auxiliary Views
10. Symmetrical Features in Designs
11. Advanced 3D Construction Tools
12. Assembly Modeling - Putting it all Together
Index

384 pages, Perfect Paperback

First published April 21, 2008