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Mechanical Desktop 5 : Parametric Modeling

Name: Mechanical Desktop 5 : Parametric Modeling
Author: John E. Wilson
ISBN: 9781578200658

by John E. Wilson

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Overview

Are you ready to master the world's most popular program for creating 3D models? Autodesk's Mechanical Desktop is a powerful 3D modeling program for creating computer solid models that are flexible and readily modified to meet the changing conditions and

Master Autodesk's best-selling 3D solid modeling program with this thorough description of all of the principles and techniques related to parametric modeling. Step-by-step instructions and hands-on exercises demonstrate the 120+ commands that enable you to create solid models that are flexible and readily modified.

About the Author, John E. Wilson

John E. Wilson, a columnist for CADENCE magazine since 1991, runs a one-person design and drafting service. While the bulk of his work involves mechanical parts, he has worked in a wide variety of other fields, ranging from water treatment plant piping to control diagrams for electrical motors. John has contributed a regular column to CADENCE since 1993 that focuses on the 3D features of AutoCAD and Mechanical Desktop. He is also the author of the book, Mechanical Desktop 5: Parametric Modeling.

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Wilson, who has written several books and articles in the field of computer 3D modeling, illustrates for novice and intermediate users how to utilize Mechanical Desktop 5, a popular 3D modeler. This book examines topics such as profiles and sketch planes, geometric and dimensional constraints, equations and design variables, sketched and sweep features, and assemblies and scenes. The enclosed CD-ROM includes solutions to the exercises presented in the book. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)