This textbook introduces readers to SolidWorks
2011, the world's leading parametric solid modeling package. In this
textbook, the author emphasizes on the solid modeling techniques
that improve the productivity and efficiency of the user. The
textbook consists of 19 chapters structured in a pedagogical
sequence that makes the book very effective in learning the features
and capabilities of the software. It covers topics such as Part,
Assembly, Drafting, Blocks, Sheet Metal Modeling and Surface Modeling of SolidWorks 2011.
Every chapter begins with a command section that provides brief
information of the commands and tools in SolidWorks 2011. The
authors have adopted the tutorial-point-of-view with the
learn-by-doing theme throughout the textbook. This approach allows
the users to use this textbook initially as a learning tool and then
later as a reference material. After reading the textbook, the user
will be able to create parts, assemblies, drawing views with bill of
materials, and also learn the techniques that are essential for
designing multiple models of similar geometry with ease.
Some of the Salient Features of this textbook are as follows:
Special graphics are provided with the latest commands or tools,
which allow the readers to recognize all the new additions and
enhancements in SolidWorks 2011 with ease. The book consists of:
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Detailed explanation of SolidWorks 2011 commands and tools
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More than 55 real-world mechanical engineering designs used as
tutorials and projects with step-by-step
explanation
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Emphasis on Why and How with explanation
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Tips and Notes throughout the textbook
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Self-Evaluation tests and exercises at the end of each chapter
Brief Table of
Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction to SolidWorks 2011
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: Editing Features
Chapter 10: Advanced Modeling Tools-III
Chapter 11: Advanced Modeling Tools-IV
Chapter 12: Assembly Modeling-I
Chapter 13: Assembly Modeling-II
Chapter 14: Working with Drawing Views-I
Chapter 15: Working with Drawing Views-II
Chapter 16:
Equations, Configurations, and Library Features
Chapter 17:
Working with Blocks
Chapter 18:
Sheet Metal Design
Chapter 19: Surface Modeling
Index
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