Overview
Parametric Technology Corporation (PTC) - developer of Pro/ENGINEER - is one of the CAD/CAM/CAE industry's leading supplier of software tools used to automate the mechanical development of a product from conceptual design through production. Worldwide, more than 16,000 companies employ PTC's integrated software technologies to reduce time to market, improve engineering processes, and optimize product quality.Synopsis
Extensive screen captures and sample design sessions in this practical handbook - now based on Release 21 - enable readers to master the sound parametric design practices critical to creating first-class engineering designs while introducing them to the Pro/ENGINEER Solutions interface, software features and real-world usage of functionality. Ideal for beginning through intermediate users, this book covers basic functionality; working with parts, assemblies, and drawings; plus automation and customization techniques. Separate sections of exercises for beginning, intermediate and advanced users let readers progress through the exercises at one of three ability levels. A disk, in the back of the book, includes files for use in completing exercises. A detailed index promotes use as both a "how-to" manual and handy desktop reference. Multi-level exercises, end-of-chapter review questions and answers, plus a self-test make this book more suited than ever before for professionals seeking a self-paced learning solution.
Booknews
A handbook that introduces this software's new interface and provides real-world usage of functionality. Tutorials and discussions of the design process provide instruction on parametric design practices and techniques. Also included are exercises at three different levels of expertise, automation and customization techniques, review questions and answers, and notes, tips, warnings and design hints. Aimed at those learning in the classroom as well as on their own. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.