The following are recommended publications available on EDS products used by students worldwide.
/ Computer Aided Design with UnigraphicsAuthor(s): H. Felix Lee & David W. Fulton
ISBN#: 0-7872-8927-2
/ I-DEAS Student Guide
Author(s): Mark H. Lawry
ISBN#: 0-07-246065-2
I-DEAS Student Guide
Mark H. Lawry
The I-DEAS Student Guide is a 470+ page paperback textbook providing an integrated presentation of the I-DEAS(r) software, starting with basic part modeling and progressing through each of the major I-DEAS applications. The chapters provide down-to-earth, easy to read descriptions. The tutorial sections at the end of each chapter will guide you through specific online tutorials and manuals to help you get the most out of all the online learning materials available with the software. Additional workshops provide hands-on exercises to apply your knowledge.
The latest edition includes a supplement for I-DEAS 9. It can also be used with older versions of the software such as I-DEAS 8 as well as the I-DEAS Student Edition 1.0.
It is published by McGraw-Hill, and is available through university bookstores and Amazon.com
Bob Koretsky from Oregon Institute of Technology wrote:
"I have been teaching Computer Aided Drafting and Design for 20 years, and this is the best introductory CADD tutorial I've ever seen! This book uses an excellent didactic approach, with cookbook tutorials in both electronic and paper format, and prefaces each chapter with a "theory" section that introduces and reinforces everything done in the tutorials. I particularly like the water pump design project that is
a premier application for beginners, and shows that engineering is really about solving real world problems for real world people! If you are new to CADD and I-DEAS, then this is the book for you! There are several "downstream" applications of the basic modeling techniques shown, and each is done thoroughly and practically. I will continue to use this book to introduce engineering freshman and
upper division students to the CADD process and to I-DEAS in particular. Two thumbs up!"
A commercial user from Michigan wrote:
"The I-DEAS Student Guide is a comprehensive overview of the I-deas design program and it's modules. Well written and richly illustrated, the content is applicable to both new students or experienced CAD designers. It's obvious that the author is highly qualified to put together this book, being both an experienced engineer and I-DEAS guru. The book references the tutorials built into I-DEAS, and each chapter has a well-defined workshop where you can apply what was previously covered. This makes for a highly effective method of learning a new CAD program. It appears that
the Student Guide will also make an excellent reference book for beginning or intermediate users. The
I-DEAS Student guide should be considered a "must-have" book for anyone learning this great program.
Author(s): Robert A. Chalou
ISBN#: 0-7872-7757-6
Engineering Design Modeling with Unigraphics is a book intended for use with
the first, introductory course in 3-D Solid Modeling Using Unigraphics. It
is an exercise filled book that covers modeling, assemblies and basic
freeform modeling.
/ Engineering Design Modeling with Unigraphics Version 18
Author(s): Robert A. Chalou
ISBN#: 0-7872-9102-1
Engineering Design Modeling with Unigraphics Version 18 is a book intended
for use with the first, introductory course in 3-D Solid Modeling using
Unigraphics Version 18. This book uses a project based approach to learning
the basic functionality of Unigraphics. Using this book, the student will
model an office chair. Along the way the student will learn basic
functionalities of 3-D solid modeling, assemblies and free form modeling.
/ Engineering and Technical Drawing
Using Solid Edge Version 9
Author(s): Jerry Craig
ISBN#: 1-58503-039-2
/ Introduction to Finite Element Analysis Using I-DEAS 8
Author(s): Randy H. Shih
Oregon Institute of Technology
ISBN#: 1-58503-055-4
Title: Introduction to Finite Element Analysis using I-DEAS 8
Author: Randy Shih, Oregon Institute of Technology
Publisher: SDC Publications.
ISBN: 1-58503-055-4
Website: http://www.schroff.com/sdcprofessional/pb_fea.htm
The primary goal of Introduction to Finite Element Analysis using I-DEAS 8 is to introduce the aspects of finite element analysis that are important to the software users. Theoretical aspects are also introduced as they are needed to help better understanding of the operation. Emphasis is on the practical concepts and procedures to using I-DEAS in performing Linear Static Stress Analysis. This text is intended to be used as a training guide for students and professionals.
This text covers I-DEAS 8 and the lessons proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing basic truss elements to generating three-dimensional solid elements from solid models. This text takes a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important Linear Static Stress Analysis techniques and concepts. This textbook contains a series of ten tutorial style lessons designed to introduce beginning FEA users to I-DEAS. This text is also helpful to I-DEAS users upgrading from a previous release of the software. The finite element analysis techniques and concepts discussed in this text are also applicable to other FEA packages. The basic premise of this book is that the more designs you create using I-DEAS, the better you learn the software. With this in mind, each lesson introduces a new set of commands and concepts, building on previous lessons. This book does not attempt to cover all of the I-DEAS' features, only to provide an introduction to the
software. It is intended to help you establish a good basis for exploring and growing in the exciting field of Computer Aided Engineering.
Author(s): Randy H. Shih
Oregon Institute of Technology
ISBN#: 1-58503-054-6
Title: Parametric Modeling with I-DEAS 8
Author: Randy Shih, Oregon Institute of Technology
Publisher: SDC Publications.
ISBN: 1-58503-054-6
Website: http://www.schroff.com/sdcpublications/pb_pmide8.htm
The primary goal of Parametric Modeling with I-DEAS 8 is to introduce the important aspects of Solid Modeling and Parametric Modeling. This text is intended to be used as a training guide for students and professionals.
This text covers I-DEAS 8 and the chapters proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing basic shapes to building intelligent solid models, creating multi-view drawings and assemblies. This text takes a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important Parametric Modeling techniques and concepts. This text contains a series of tutorial style chapters illustrating the use of I-DEAS solid modeling modules for part design, part annotation, part drawings and part
assembly. This text is designed to introduce beginning CAD users to I-DEAS. This text is also helpful to I-DEAS users upgrading from a previous release of the software. I-DEAS 8 provides many exciting tools
for modeling, documenting and communicating product designs. This text also covers the most unique tool added in I-DEAS 8, the new three-dimensional-annotation and organizational tool. The solid modeling techniques and concepts discussed in this text are also applicable to other parametric feature-based CAD packages. The basic premise of this book is that the more designs you create using I-DEAS, the better you learn the software. With this in mind, each chapter introduces a new set
of commands and concepts, building on previous chapters. This book does not attempt to cover all of the I-DEAS' features, only to provide an introduction to the software. It is intended to help you establish a good, basis for exploring and growing in the exciting field of Computer Aided Engineering.
Author(s): Walter Silva
The "Must-Have" Book for New Solid Edge Users.
/ Design Modeling Using Solid Edge
Author(s): James O. Morgan, Jesse E. Horner, Paul O. Bilney
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Title: Design Modeling with Solid Edge
Author: James O. Morgan, Jesse E. Horner, Paul O. Bilney
Design Modeling Using Solid Edge for Engineers and Designers
This book uses Solid Edge, a Computer Aided Design (CAD) and modeling software, to introduce the master model concept and the principles of design to engineers, designers and engineering and technology students. The parametric feature and special design aids available in Solid Edge make it easy to incorporate design intent during modeling. In addition to modeling, Solid Edge also enables the user to generate assemblies and production drawings.
With the advent of computers and the advancements in information technology, engineering systems and products are now being designed concurrently by an interdisciplinary team from various areas including marketing, legal, environmental, research, engineering design, manufacturing, suppliers, sales and service. The concurrent interdisciplinary team makes decisions at every stage of the product development process, which is a must in today's technological world where rapid time-to-market is essential for survival. This process is known as concurrent engineering and is based on the master model concept that can be achieved using Solid Edge..
The foundation for the master model concept is a model-centric environment. A model centric environment is defined as an environment where a computer-based description of all information needed to produce a part, an assembly or a finished product is provided in a digital format for detailed layouts, assemblies, models, and materials.
As the user of this book works through the chapters, the how's and why's of design will become clearer. For quick reference, the abridged contents of each chapter are delineated on the next page.
Independent review of Design Modeling Using Solid Edge
The book titled, DESIGN MODELING USING SOLID EDGE for Engineers & Designers is very comprehensible for the designer/drafter as well as the engineer that may have to develop and/or modify drawings. Most companies want a turnkey operation and this book represents that, in the sense of being a learning and reference tool.
Chapter number 1 describes the different types of design "Environments" such as parts, sheet metal, draft and assembly. This helps the user to understand the power and flexibility of the software, which gives a big picture or overall view of how the designer can help their client(s) or employer.
After reviewing the potential of the software and using it in chapter one to make (2D)-two dimensional sketches, chapter number 2 describes the most common commands so that the user can feel comfortable with designing more complex parts, thus building interest without being overwhelmed with all of the commands at the same time, which usually frustrates the user. Moreover, this chapter teaches the user how to use the "HELP" menu so that you can teach yourself as you advance in creating more complex parts. Therefore, the user does not have to depend on an instructor from the classroom or having to call the software support team.
Next, chapter number 3 brings everything together by introducing the essence of solid modeling. This is where the user begins to make cutouts, holes, threads, rounds, chamfers, etc. and he/she is transforming from an imaginary (2D) designer to a real-world (3D)-three dimensional designer (i.e.-the entire part can be viewed from all sides by rotating the part in any of the X, Y or Z directions). At the same time, the user can still use their (2D) skill set from the previous chapters.
Chapter number 4, introduces advanced solid modeling and the various commands, for example, Properties and Boolean Operations that full time designers might use on a regular basis. Nevertheless, the chapter is concise and condensed enough so that the part-time user may use it as a reference.
Another good illustration of how the book is practical is in chapter number 5, which demonstrates step-by-step of how to develop production and fabrication drawing in a real world setting. The authors lead the user smoothly through each section that is needed for a manufacturing environment.
The other real world application is displayed in chapter number 6, where the assembly of various parts is described. This chapter is valuable because part interferences can be corrected before the parts are fabricated. For example, at Raymond Development Inc. we have a client that has a patented adjustable door hinge and before it is fabricated for production he(the client) would like to see how it shall look when it is fully assembled. Thus, we can use experience from the previous chapters to modify the parts as needed.
In summary, the book is formatted so that the user builds skills and confidence by doing the step-by-step practice exercises that are within the chapter. By using this step-by-step approach the user can quickly learn how to use the software and use the problems at the end of the chapters to sharpen their skills. In today's fast paced engineering workplace, this book is a definite asset to the designer, drafter and engineer.
DESIGN MODELING USING SOLID EDGE
This book introduces students and designers to the master modeling concept. The student/designer is taken through the basic concepts of modeling with emphasis on the design intent. The text provides the student/designer the skills to design parts, assemblies, and to generate production drawings and specifications using the powerful parametric features available in Solid Edge.
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1Concept and Solid Edge
1.1 The Drawing-Centric Environment
1.2 The Design Team and the Master Modeling Concept
1.3. The Engineering Design Process
1.4 Design Problem
1.5 The Role of Computer Evolution in Modeling
1.6 Solid Edge Modeling Software
1.7 Solid Edge Environments
1.8 The Solid Edge User Interface
1.9 Generation of a Solid Edge Model
1.10 Creating Drawings from 3D Models
1.11 Additional Main Toolbar Menu Commands
1.12 Solid Edge Help and Productivity Tools
1.13 Modeling Software Availability and Capabilities Chapter problems
CHAPTER 2
Generating Drawings, Profiles and
Sketches using Solid Edge
2.1 Procedures for Generating Solid Models
2.2 Profiles in Solid Edge
2.3 Sketches in Solid Edge
2.4 Practicing Using the Help Command
2.5 Drawing Aids
2.6 Drawing Using the Line Command
2.7 Drawing Commands for Profiles and Sketches
2.8 Additional Drawing Commands
2.9 Commands for Manipulating 2D Elements
2.10 Specifying Sizes and Dimensions of Drawing Elements
2.11 Application of Sketches
2.12 Fundamentals of Drafting
Chapter Problems
CHAPTER 3
Introduction to Solid Modeling
3.1 Selection and Creation of Reference Plane