Computer Aided design
This week I worked on defining my final project idea and started to getting used to the documentation process.
Research
Computer Aided Design (CAD) is the use of computer software to create, modify, analyze, and optimize designs for
a wide range of applications. CAD software enables designers and engineers to create 2D and 3D models of physical
objects, such as buildings, products, and mechanical parts, and to simulate and test their functionality in a
virtual environment.
CAD has revolutionized the design process, making it faster, more accurate, and more efficient. With CAD,
designers can create and modify designs quickly and easily, test them for performance and safety, and share them
with others in the design process. CAD software also allows for better collaboration between team members, as
designs can be shared electronically and revised in real-time.
CAD has applications in a wide range of industries, including architecture, engineering, product design, and
manufacturing. It has also become an essential tool for creating digital prototypes and visualizations, which can
help designers and engineers communicate their ideas to stakeholders and customers more effectively.
2. Fusion 360
Introduction
Fusion 360 is a powerful Computer Aided Design (CAD) software that allows designers and engineers to create and
simulate designs for a wide range of applications. Fusion 360 is a cloud-based software that is available for both
Windows and Mac operating systems, and it offers a variety of tools and features for creating 2D and 3D models, as
well as for simulating and testing designs.
One of the main advantages of Fusion 360 is its integrated design and simulation capabilities. The software
allows users to create complex designs, such as assemblies and parts, and to simulate their functionality in a
virtual environment. This can help designers and engineers identify potential issues early in the design process
and make necessary adjustments before creating physical prototypes or going into production.
Fusion 360 also offers a range of collaboration tools that allow teams to work together on designs and share them
with stakeholders. The software has built-in cloud storage, which makes it easy to access and share designs with
team members, clients, and suppliers. Additionally, Fusion 360 has a feature that allows users to create and share
interactive design reviews, which can help facilitate communication and feedback during the design process.
For todays assignment, i designed a Tank-Like-Robot that should be made of metal sheet later.
Creating a 3D model of a differential tracked robot
1. First of all a sktech should be created, to design the platfform of the top of the robot
2. The sheet is converted into a metal sheet.
3. The top-platform should be bend to 45°C
4. Drills for screws are created.
5. Other drills are created to hold a pcb with screws
6. I created a new construction plane to project the drills position on it.
7. I created a a new body that has a "L"-form to connect the top-platfform to the side-platforms.
8. I bend the "L-Form-body to 90°C.
9. I replicated the connection-bodies on the right sides.
10. I created a mid-plane to mirror the connection-bodies on the other side of the robot-platform.
11. I mirrored the connections-bodies using the created mid-plane.
12. I created an offset-plane to create a sketch for the right side.
13. I draw the sketch of the side-panels with all the drills that should have, in order to be connected to the
Track-components.
14. I extruded the sketch to create the side-platform.
15. Using the same methode above, I created a mid-plane to mirror the side-panels.
16. I made some modifications.
17. I created the form of the track, this one should be designed later. Or I will use a pre-fabricated one.
18. I made some modifications to make the form look like a tank-track.
Original design files:
Please find the link below to access the comprehensive set of design
files for your reference and review.
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