Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] CAD experiment idea

I think this is a great idea. We might all learn something!

I am not a power user, but I have been using Solidworks for a couple of
years, now. Largely self taught. Mostly machine parts and some sheet
metal. I know I have just scratched the surface of what Solidworks can do.

I used Autocad for a few years before that, and still use it for 2D on
occasion. I did some contract work where the customer wanted it, so I
had to relearn some stuff.

I started (SW) with the tutorials, and then bought a good book titled
"SolidWorks 2008 Tutorial with MultiMedia CD". I highly recommend this
book for new users. I got it from Amazon.com.

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On 12/13/2010 1:14 AM, timgoldstein wrote:
>
> With the discussion of CAD and CAM packages, I had an idea. Would be
> very interesting to have each one of us draw up an easy part in the
> CAD package of our choice and then have each one of us that
> participate post what package we used, how long it took to create the
> model and then share the model.
>
> I was thinking that drawing up a T-Nut that would fit a machine you
> own or will own would be something simple and also something that
> would actually be useful for everyone that participates. Once we are
> done we share what program we used, how long it took to do, and then
> share the models in both native and generic (step, IGES, DXF etc.)
> format.
>
> Could lead to some great discussion and allow us to see how other do
> the work. Plus if someone is stuck on how to do it in their chosen
> package we can all pitch in and try to help.
>
> If this is something that catches hold, the next step would be to then
> take some models and use your favorite CAM package and do the same and
> then we could share results and such.
>
> What do you think? Anyone interested? If so I will do mine in Autodesk
> Inventor. I promise, I will not cheat and use my spreadsheet driven
> model that I use to generate new Tuff Nut sizes, but will instead draw
> it from scratch.
>
> Tim Goldstein
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