AutoCAD for Mechanical Engineers and Designers 1st Edition

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From the Publisher Provides detailed explanations of how to construct three-dimensional mechanical models using AutoCAD commands. Shows how to create complex, three-dimensional drawings, draw parts for injection molding, patent drawings and use AutoCAD to "machine" parts. Also shows how 3-D drawing techniques and commands in AME, Lisp, DCL and ADS can be applied to networking and project management issues. Read more From the Back Cover Everything you need to create spectacular drawings, designs, and three-dimensional models using AutoCADAt last, an AutoCAD handbook designed exclusively to address the special needs of mechanical engineers, designers, and CAD managers. You'll get detailed information on 3-D drawing techniques, networking AutoCAD, project management, creating custom menus, layering standards, prototype drawings, and much more.You'll find out how to: Construct views and "dimension" objects Create and use layers Keep file sizes small so drawings remain easy to manipulate Check parts in drawings for clearance Create drawings for parts that will be made by injection molding Construct 3-D models using AutoCAD commands Display multiple, independently scaled, model views on a single plotted page Use Designer and AutoSurf applications to construct parametric solid and surface models of partsWhether you're a mechanical engineer, a draftsman, a mechanical designer, or a CAD manager, this book will save you time and increase your productivity. Read more See all Editorial Reviews