Catia V5 6 R2017

CATIA V5-6R2017 for Designers is a comprehensive book written with the intention of helping the readers effectively use all solid modeling tools and other features of CATIA V5-6R2017. This book provides elaborate and clear explanation of tools of all commonly used workbenches of CATIA V5-6R2017. After reading this book, you will be able to create, assemble, and draft models. The chapter on the DMU Kinematics workbench will enable the users to create, edit, simulate, and analyze different mechanisms dynamically. The chapter on Generative Shape Design explains the concept of hybrid designing of models. Also, it enable the users to quickly model both simple and complex shapes using wireframe, volume and surface features. The chapter on the FreeStyle workbench will enable the users to dynamically design and manipulate surfaces. In this book, a chapter on FEA and structural analysis has been added to help users to analyze their own designs by calculating stresses and displacements using various tools available in the Advanced Meshing Tools and Generative Structural Analysis workbenches of CATIA V5-6R2017. The book explains the concepts through real-world examples and the tutorials used in this book. After reading this book, the users will be able to create solid parts, sheet metal parts, assemblies, weldments, drawing views with bill of materials, presentation views to animate the assemblies, analyze their own designs and apply direct modeling techniques to facilitate rapid design prototyping. Also, the users will learn the editing techniques that are essential for making a successful design. Salient Features Consists of 19 chapters that are organized in a pedagogical sequence. Detailed explanation of CATIA V5-6R2017 tools. First page summarizes the topics covered in the chapter. Hundreds of illustrations and comprehensive coverage of CATIA V5-6R2017 concepts and techniques. Step-by-step instructions that guide the users through the learning process. More than 40 real-world mechanical engineering designs as tutorials and projects. Technical support by contacting [email protected]. Additional learning resources at https://allaboutcadcam.blogspot.com Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to CATIA V5-6R2017 Chapter 2: Drawing Sketches in the Sketcher Workbench-I Chapter 3: Drawing Sketches in the Sketcher Workbench-II Chapter 4: Constraining Sketches and Creating Base Features Chapter 5: Reference Elements and Sketch-Based Features Chapter 6: Creating Dress-Up and Hole Features Chapter 7: Editing Features Chapter 8: Transformation Features and Advanced Modeling Tools-I Chapter 9: Advanced Modeling Tools-II Chapter 10: Working with the Wireframe and Surface Design Workbench Chapter 11: Editing and Modifying Surfaces Chapter 12: Assembly Modeling Chapter 13: Working with the Drafting Workbench-I Chapter 14: Working with the Drafting Workbench-II Chapter 15: Working with the Sheet Metal Components Chapter 16: DMU Kinematics Chapter 17: Introduction to Generative Shape Design Chapter 18: Working with the FreeStyle Workbench Chapter 19: Introduction to FEA and Generative Structural Analysis Index

CATIA V5-6R2017 Basics introduces you to the CATIA V5 user interface, basic tools and modeling techniques. It gives users a strong foundation of CATIA V5 and covers the creation of parts, assemblies, drawings, sheetmetal parts, and complex shapes. This textbook helps you to know the use of various tools and commands of CATIA V5 as well as learn the design techniques. Every topic of this textbook starts with a brief explanation followed by a step by step procedure. In addition to that, there are tutorials, exercises, and self-test questionnaires at the end of each chapter. These ensure that the user gains practical knowledge of each chapter before moving on to more advanced chapters. Table of Contents 1. Getting Started with CATIA V5-6R2017 2. Sketcher Workbench 3. Basic Sketch Based Features 4. Holes and Dress-Up Features 5. Patterned Geometry 6. Rib Features 7. Multi Section Solids 8. Additional Features and Multibody Parts 9. Modifying Parts 10. Assemblies 11. Drawings 12. Sheet Metal Design 13. Surface Design If you are an educator, you can request an evaluation copy by sending us an email to [email protected]

CATIA V5-6R2017 Basics introduces you to the CATIA V5 user interface, basic tools and modeling techniques. It gives users a strong foundation of CATIA V5 and covers the creation of parts, assemblies, drawings, sheetmetal parts, and complex shapes. This textbook helps you to know the use of various tools and commands of CATIA V5 as well as learn the design techniques. Every topic of this textbook starts with a brief explanation followed by a step by step procedure. In addition to that, there are tutorials, exercises, and self-test questionnaires at the end of each chapter. These ensure that the user gains practical knowledge of each chapter before moving on to more advanced chapters. Table of Contents 1. Getting Started with CATIA V5-6R2017 2. Sketcher Workbench 3. Basic Sketch Based Features 4. Holes and Dress-Up Features 5. Patterned Geometry 6. Rib Features 7. Multi Section Solids 8. Additional Features and Multibody Parts 9. Modifying Parts 10. Assemblies 11. Drawings 12. Sheet Metal Design 13. Surface Design If you are an educator, you can request an evaluation copy by sending us an email to [email protected]

The CATIA V5-6R2017: Advanced Surface Design learning guide expands on the knowledge learned in the CATIA: Introduction to Surface Design learning guide by covering advanced curve and surface topics found in the Generative Shape Design Workbench. Topics include: advanced curve construction, advanced swept, blend and offset surface construction, complex fillet creation, and the use of laws. Curve and surface analysis are introduced to validate the student's geometry. Tools and methods for rebuilding geometry are also discussed. As with the CATIA: Introduction to Surface Design learning guide, meeting model specifications (such as continuity settings) remains forefront in introducing tools and methodologies. Topics Covered Surface Design Overview Advanced Wireframe Elements Curve Analysis and Repair Swept Surfaces Blend Surfaces Adaptive Sweep Laws Advanced Surface Fillets Alternative Filleting Methods Duplication Tools Knowledge Templates Surface Analysis and Repair Offset Surfaces Project Exercises Prerequisites CATIA V5-6R2017: Introduction to Surface Design is recommended.

The CATIA V5-6R2017: Visual Basic Automation learning guide provides you a good understanding of the different ways to automate tasks using CATIA macros and Visual Basic programming. Using hands-on practices, you will use VB programming to work with parts, assemblies, drawings, selections, parameters and formulas, graphic properties, and to exchange data with Microsoft Excel. This guide was written against CATIA V5-6R2017, Service Pack 1. Topics Covered CATIA V5 Object Model Creating Part Design and Shape Design features Working with Product Structure and Assembly Design Scripting Drawing Views, Frames, and Title Blocks Deleting, Cutting, Copying, Pasting CATIA objects Interactive Selections Communication with MS Office Prerequisites Visual Basic programming and working knowledge of CATIA

The CATIA V5-6R2017: Advanced Part Design learning guide is ideal for experienced CATIA users who want to extend their modeling abilities with advanced functionality and techniques. This extensive hands-on guide contains numerous projects focused on process-based exercises to give students practical experience while improving design productivity. Students will learn techniques for reusing data, tackling complex geometry, using wireframe, working through feature failure, and investigating the model with analysis tools. Topics Covered Effective modeling practices and design methodology review Advanced multi-section solid and rib/slot operations Advanced draft and fillet creation and troubleshooting techniques Advanced patterning techniques and user patterns PowerCopy creation and instantiation Design tables Catalog creation Creating and managing multi-model links Multi-body modeling techniques Performing Boolean operations Knowledge Templates Wireframe Lines and Curves Analysis Tools Feature Failure Resolution Thickness, Remove Face and Replace Face features Introduction to Automation Project Exercises Prerequisites CATIA V5-6 R2017: Introduction to Modeling, plus 80 hours of CATIA experience.

The CATIA V5-6R2018: Advanced Surface Design learning guide expands on the knowledge learned in the CATIA V5-6R2018: Introduction to Surface Design learning guide by covering advanced curve and surface topics found in the Generative Shape Design Workbench. Topics include: advanced curve construction, advanced swept, blend and offset surface construction, complex fillet creation, and the use of laws. Curve and surface analysis are introduced to validate the student's geometry. Tools and methods for rebuilding geometry are also discussed. As with the CATIA V5-6R2018: Introduction to Surface Design learning guide, meeting model specifications (such as continuity settings) remains forefront in introducing tools and methodologies. Topics Covered Surface Design Overview Advanced Wireframe Elements Curve Analysis and Repair Swept Surfaces Blend Surfaces Adaptive Sweep Laws Advanced Surface Fillets Alternative Filleting Methods Duplication Tools Knowledge Templates Surface Analysis and Repair Offset Surfaces Project Exercises Prerequisites Access to the V5-6R2018 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Dassault Systèmes may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (i.e., V5-6R2017). Completion of the CATIA V5-6R2018: Introduction to Surface Design course is recommended.