Written to Release 18, this in-depth guide helps make the creation of complex surface geometry more intuitive by leading the reader through practical examples of high curvature surface construction. It provides tips on how to deliver a manufacturable model that is modifiable for change and offers techniques for evaluating a design problem and determining the most appropriate technique(s) to use before modeling begins. Styling issues are outlined, such as highlight lines, lines of sight, and tangencies. This book is a valuable reference for casual or new users of Pro/SURFACE, as well as users looking to develop more effective surface modeling standards. (Keywords: Pro/ENGINEER)

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Written to revision 18, INSIDE Pro/SURFACE makes the creation of complex
surfaces intuitive through practical examples of high-curvature surface construction,
with an emphasis on creating manufacturable, easily modifiable models. The book
also covers techniques for evaluating design problems and determining the
most appropriate working method before modeling begins.

Audience: Both new and experienced Pro/SURFACE users, as well as the general
Pro engineer, drafting specialists, and solid modeling designers.

CONTENTS

Introduction

Part I: Fundamentals

Chapter 1: Design Philosophy
Chapter 2: Pro/SURFACE Model Construction

Part II: The Tool Box

Chapter 3: Datum Features
Chapter 4: Datum Curves
Chapter 5: Surfacing
Chapter 6: Surface Trimming and Intersecting

Part III: Applications

Chapter 7: Solving a Difficult Solid Modeling Problem
Chapter 8: Hammer Head Blended Surface
Chapter 9: Top Half of a Plastic Mouse
Chapter 10: Creating a Spoon
Chapter 11: Casting Construction Local Blend
Chapter 12: Ear Piece for an Eyeglass Frame
Chapter 13: Importing Foreign Geometry
Chapter 14: Shelling Difficult Geometry

Part IV: Investigation and Troubleshooting

Chapter 15: Analysis Tools
Chapter 16: Surfacing Rules
Chapter 17: Surface Troubleshooting
Chapter 18: Surface Model Management

Index