Principles of CAD: A Coursebook - Softcover

Medland, A. J.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1850915342 ISBN 13: 9781850915348

Publisher: Springer, 1988

Synopsis

Many books already exist on computer-aided design and manufacture most of which are dedicated to describing the complexities of mathematical modelling and its application to industrial problems. In the experience of the present authors, however, if the subject is to be understood within its true, industrial context it must be taught in relation to the design process. Thus, while this book discusses both modelling and industrial applications, it also tries to provide an insight into design methodology, system selection and usage, and the social relationships that exist within design and manufacturing facilities. The teaching modules which make up the book are the distillation of material used by the authors both for undergraduate courses in CAD at BruneI University, and for seminars given to industrial users. The modules are not intended to be used in isolation, but rather to serve as an introductory survey which will enable students to grasp the broad outlines of the subject. Most aspects ofthe course presented here will need to be supported by further work and reading (see 'Further Reading'). In the authors' own courses much of the geometric and modelling work described in the text is supported by tutorial activities using the university department's commercial and research CAD/CAM systems. These include the Computervision-CADDS4X and Personal Systems.

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Product Description

Whatever the context in which a student is introduced to computer-aided design (CAD), there are certain basic principles which must be grasped. Without an understanding of these fundamentals, the student will never be able to make the optimum use of CAD technology. This book provides a thorough, authoritative and well-planned course of instruction which can be used to provide students with a sound introduction to this increasingly indispensable tool. The text is presented in the form of a series of self-contained modules which will enable the reader to design a course of direct relevance to his or her interests and needs. The modules are grouped together in eight sections, each complete with its own illustrations, exercises and lists of supplementary reading. These modules cover topics such as: the interface between the system and the user; application programs and their relationship to the design process; and various different systems. This book should be of interest to students on manufacturing, production and industrial engineering degree courses.

Edition details

• Publisher: Springer
• Publication date: 1988
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1850915342
• ISBN 13: 9781850915348
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 236