Mastering Sheet Metal Design Using Autodesk Inventor

By Travis Jones - First Edition

As users delve into features of this software, Mastering Sheet Metal Design with Autodesk Inventor® will help them to discover how sheet metal parts are designed and explore a variety of proven-effective construction techniques.

An abundance of examples, exercises, and step-by-step tutorials in every chapter detail the use of commands and command sequences, and speed learning.

Instructions for using Autodesk Inventor tools to automate routine tasks, document designs, and enhance productivity is also revealed, along with information on direct support, user groups, and free support options for users of all abilities.

Features:

• All-inclusive coverage spans from how sheet metal parts are used in industry through professional documentation of sheet metal designs
• Examples are based on real-world tasks, making it easy for users to apply new skills to their own sheet metal projects
• Exercises in the book are also available in Autodesk Inventor Design Support System (DSS) format, offering maximum flexibility to users
• No-nonsense instructions and abundant screen captures make it easy to read, follow along and learn from the book
• Autodesk-approved content ensures quality while putting readers on a trouble-free path to new, cutting-edge skills

Contents:

Welcome
Included Files on the CD
Project File for Exercises
Support Information
Your Autodesk Authorized Manufacturing Reseller
United States and Canada
Latin America and Caribbean
Direct Support Options
User Groups
Free Support
Mastering Sheet Metal Design with Autodesk Inventor
Course Objectives
Prerequisites
Introduction to Sheet Metal Design
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Sheet Metal Parts
Sheet Metal Design Methods
Creating Sheet Metal Parts in Autodesk Inventor
Sheet Metal Tools
Sheet Metal Styles
Sheet Tab
Bend Tab
Corner Tab
Face
Contour Flange
Flange
Hem
Fold
Bend
Corner Seam
Cut
Corner Round
Corner Chamfer
Punch Tool
Flat Pattern
Common Tools
Detailing Sheet Metal Designs
Exercise 1: Sheet Metal in Assemblies
Face and Flange Techniques
Bend Tables
Bend Table Editing
Bend and Corner Reliefs
Exercise 2: Creating Faces and Flanges
Exercise 3: Rolled Sheet Metal Parts
Exercise 4: Working with Imported Geometry
Exercise 5: Importing a Folded Model
iFeatures and Punches
PEM Nut Relief
Method A
Method B
Method C
Method D
Exercise 6: iFeatures and Punches
Sheet Metal Parts from Solids
Exercise 7: Shelled Solids
Exercise 8: Lofted Shapes
Applying Your Skills
Course Summary

112 Pages - 7-3/8 x 9 in.  with CD-ROM

Paperback, 124 pages