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The document discusses computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM). It describes the typical tools used in CAD like tolerance analysis and mass property calculations. It also discusses the functions and hardware components of design workstations used for CAD. The document outlines advantages of CAD like quickly conveying information and being used for finite element analysis.

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Cad 1to5 Answers

The document discusses computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM). It describes the typical tools used in CAD like tolerance analysis and mass property calculations. It also discusses the functions and hardware components of design workstations used for CAD. The document outlines advantages of CAD like quickly conveying information and being used for finite element analysis.

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Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

Use of computer systems to assist in


the aeation, modification, analysis
and optimization of a design.
Typical tools
- Tolerance analysiss

Mass property calculations


Finite element modeling and visualization
Defines the geometry of the design

Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)


Use of aomputer systemsto plan,
manage, and control
manufacturing operations
Direct or indirect computer
interface with the plant's
producion resources
Numerical control of machine
tools
Programming of robots
THE DESIGN WORKSTATION
Functions Of Design Workstation:
. I t must interface with the central processing unit.
2 . It must generate a steady graphic image for the user.
3. It must provide digital descriptions of the graphic
image.
4. It must translate computer commandsinto
operating functionss

5. It must facilitate communication between the user

and the system.


It consists of the following hardware components
1.A Graphics Terminal.
20perator Input Devices
Advantages
Can quickly and efficiently convey information than multiview
drawings.
Easy to store and display
The only lines seen are the intersections of surfaces.
Can be used for finite element analysis.
Can be used as input for CNC machinesto generate simple
parts.
Contain most ofthe information needed to create surface,
solid and higher order models
Functionsof a Graphics package
Generation of graphics elements
Transformations
Display control and windowing function
Segmenting functions
User input functions
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