The discussion centers around selecting a mechanical device for a CAD project requiring an assembly of 5-8 parts, with a modification to the design. Participants suggest various options, including a brake caliper and a 3D printer's x-y-z movement mechanism. The project is part of a final assignment for a mechanical engineering course, emphasizing the transition from simple modeling tasks to more complex assemblies. Previous projects mentioned include bearing blocks, gaskets, and even a birdhouse, highlighting the range of creativity allowed in the assignment.
PREREQUISITESMechanical engineering students, CAD designers, and anyone interested in modeling mechanical assemblies for educational projects.
What were some of the previous projects in the class for this assignment?nate9519 said:
This is our final project for the class. We do simple modeling for homework like bearing blocks and gaskets but this is the first assembly.berkeman said:
It is a 3d projectNidum said:
I guess I worded my question poorly. What were some of the previous final projects in previous classes?nate9519 said:
Not really sure. I remember my teacher saying a previous student did a birdhouse. So when I say it has to be a mechanical part I am not saying that's a requirement, its just that I would rather model a mechanical part since I am going for a bsme. The only requirements are it has to be 5-8 parts and i have to modify the design in some way.berkeman said:
yea something similar to that. something smaller with less parts would be idealNidum said:
Why less parts? What year are you in school?nate9519 said:
