AutoCAD 2017 Tutorial Second Level 3D Modeling

AutoCAD 2017 Tutorial Second Level 3D Modeling

<p>The primary goal of AutoCAD 2017 Tutorial Second Level 3D Modeling is to introduce the aspects of computer based three dimensional modeling. This text is intended to be used as a training guide for both students and professionals.</p> <p>The chapters in this book cover AutoCAD 2017 and proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing 3D wire frame models, 3D surface models, and 3D solid models to making multiview drawings and rendering images. The text takes a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important 3D modeling techniques and concepts. This book contains a series of twelve tutorial style chapters designed to introduce CAD users to 3D modeling with AutoCAD 2017. Users upgrading from a previous release of the AutoCAD software will also find this text helpful.</p> <p>The basic premise of this book is that the more 3D designs you create using AutoCAD 2017 the better you learn the software. With this in mind each tutorial introduces a new set of commands and concepts, building on previous chapters. By going through this book readers will establish a good basis for exploring and growing in the exciting field of Computer Aided Engineering.</p> <h3>Table of Contents</h3> Getting Started <br>1. AutoCAD 2D Isometric Drawings <br>2. User Coordinate System (UCS) and the Z-axis <br>3. 3D Wireframe Modeling <br>4. UCS, Viewports and Wireframe Modeling <br>5. 3D Surface Modeling <br>6. Solid Modeling - Constructive Solid Geometry <br>7. Regions, Extrude and Solid Modeling <br>8. Multiview Drawings from 3D Models <br>9. Symmetrical Features in Designs <br>10. Advanced Modeling Tools and Techniques <br>11. Conceptual Design Tools and Techniques <br>12. Introduction to Photorealistic Renderings <br>Index