CITATION

Michaud, Michel. CATIA Core Tools: Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application. US: McGraw-Hill Professional, 2012.

CATIA Core Tools: Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application

Published:  May 2012

eISBN: 9780071700443 0071700447 | ISBN: 9780071700269

Book description:

A fully illustrated guide to CATIA® V5R21

CATIA Core Tools: Computer-Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application explains how to use the essential features of this cutting-edge solution for product design and innovation. The book begins with the basics, such as launching the software, configuring the settings, and managing files. Next, you'll learn about sketching, modeling, drafting, and visualization tools and techniques. Easy-to-follow instructions along with detailed illustrations and screenshots help you get started using several CATIA workbenches right away. Reverse engineering--a valuable product development skill--is also covered in this practical resource.

Covers key CATIA workbenches, including:

  • Part Design Workbench

  • Assembly Design Workbench

  • Drafting Workbench

  • Generative Shape Design Workbench

  • DMU Kinematics Workbench

  • Functional Tolerancing and Annotations Workbench

  • Aerospace Sheet Metal Design Workbench

  • Composites Design Workbench

  • Digitalized Shape Editor Workbench

  • Quick Surface Reconstruction Workbench

Michel Michaud, a certified mechanical engineer, has been involved in CAD since 1989. He teaches CATIA at Ecole National D’aerotechnique du college Edouard-Montpetit in the Aircraft Manufacturing Department and also at Concordia University in the Continuous Education Department. Michaud’s industrial experience includes IBM Canada, Pratt & Whitney Canada and Bombarier Aerospace.

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