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Introduction
to 3D Sketches (1.3MB PDF)by Sean Dotson - Nov 11, 2002 In this lesson we explore the use of 3D Sketches and their use in creating hoses and wiring. In this tutorial we also look at both adaptive and non-adaptive 3D sketches. With adaptive sketches you can change the positon of other assembly elements and the hose/wire will update automatically.
Introduction
to iParts (1.5MB PDF)by Sean Dotson - May 6, 2002 iParts are a big mystery for most users. This tutorial steps you through the basics fo creating a simple iPart. We discuss how to format the table, set the properties and organize the iPart keys. Download the Data Set (21kB XLS)
Using
Threads iParts (889kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - May 6, 2002 Controlling threads in iParts can be a bit confusing. This tutorial walks you through the fundamentals of how to add threads to your iParts. Download the Data Set (21kB ZIP)
Using
Colors & Materials in iParts
(931kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - May 6, 2002 You will be able to control the color of both the base part and part features after reading this tutorial.
Custom Parameters in iParts (aka Custom iParts)
(519kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - May 7, 2002 This tutorial discusses the use of iParts that can have a user entered value. Useful for parts that have a standard cross section but very in length (e.g. steel section, extrusions etc.)
How
to Set Up Your Project to Use iParts
(259kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - Oct 7, 2002 iParts require special attention to your project files. In this tutorial I explain the differences between "global" and "project specific" setups and the use of the proxy path.
Introduction to iFeatures
(259kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - May 6, 2002 This tutorial explains the basic of creating an iFeature (aka Design Elements). While it does not cover the advanced features of table driven iFeatures, it will give oyu enough information to get a start.
Derived
Parts - Part One (Weldments)
(742kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - May 6, 2002 While R6 introduced Weldments many users choose to represent weldments in a derived part format. This tutorial describes how to take an assembly and derive it into one single part.
Derived
Parts - Part Two (Scaling & Mirroring)
(460kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - May 6, 2002 Derived parts allows you the ability to mirror and scale parts. This tutorial walks you through the procedure.
Derived
Parts - Part Three (Mold Creation)
(579kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - May 6, 2002 While there are add-on packages to help with mold creation, this tutorial walks the user through the process of using derived parts to create a negative of a part. The basics of mold creation.
Tips
for Assemblies (465kB PDF)
by Sean Dotson - Apr 28, 2003 This tutorial is a collection of 10 tips that I have found in my experience to help new (and experienced) users to effectively handle assemblies.
Advanced
Motion Part One (575kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - May 6, 2002 This tutorial describes the process of making one part move in multiple directions. In our example we push a blokc around in a few different directions with some air cylinders. You should first familiarize youself with the various Inventor functions that are available. This tutorial is also available in German translated by Jörg Weber. Download the Data Set (201kB ZIP) | View the Animation (204kB AVI) | Download CODEC to view AVI (EXE)
Advanced
Motion Part Two (348kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - May 14, 2002 This tutorial explains how to get motion of multiple parts in one assembly. It describes the formulas and equations required to do very complex animations. Be sure to read Part One first. Also be sure to check out Animator for an easier way to do all of this. This tutorial is also available in German translated by Jörg Weber. Download the Data Set (354kB ZIP) | View the Animation (764kB AVI) | Download CODEC to view AVI (EXE)
Adaptivity
101 (497kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - Jan 1, 2003 This is the first in a series of tutorials on basic adaptivity. In this lesson we create a part then make it adaptive in an assembly. We size the part with adaptivity based on the position of the other linkages in the assembly. Download the Data Set (1.14MB ZIP)
Adaptivity
102 (677kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - Jan 7, 2003 This second installment in the Adaptivity series covers multiple feature adaptivity in one part. The part is constructed outside the assembly and then made adaptive in the assembly. Be sure to read Adaptivity 101 before attempting this tutorial. Download the Data Set (397kB ZIP) Adaptivity
103
(826kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - Jan 15, 2003 The third installment in the Adaptivity series covers the creation of an adaptive part in the context of an assembly. By creating the part within the context of the assembly cross part association is used to make features adaptive. Be sure to read Adaptivity 101 & 102 before attempting this tutorial. Download the Data Set (531kB ZIP)
Adaptivity
104 (527kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - Feb 12, 2003 The forth and last installment in the Adaptivity series covers the creation of flexible and deformable objects using adaptivity. In this lesson we construct a hose that shrinks and grows as the rest of the assembly moves. Be sure to read Adaptivity 101, 102 & 103 before attempting this tutorial. Download the Data Set (527kB ZIP)
Parts List Rollup Options (860kB
PDF)  by Sean Dotson - Dec 29, 2003 New to R8 are some enhancements to the Parts List. Among these is the ability to rollup similar values. In other words you now have the ability (like in MDT) to sum the values of a column and group similar parts together. This tutorial will give you some guidelines on how to do a very basic BOM rollup and summation.
Creating
Broken Out Section Views (628kB
PDF)by Bill Bogan - May 17, 2003 Bill Bogan of B2 Design (and formerly of Autodesk) has written a tutorial on the creation and secrest to a successful break out view creation. He includes undocumented features as well as some potential pitfalls.
Sketched
Symbols Primer (627kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - May 22, 2002 Sketched symbols are reuseable sketches that allow users to place items such as revision blocks, delta symbols, notes etc. in drawing views. This tutorial describes how to create them.
Basic
Titleblock Creation (630kB
PDF)by Sean Dotson - July 14, 2002 A titleblock is one of the first things all users need. This tutorial describes the process of creating a new titleblock and how to get model and drawing properties into the titleblock.
Creating
Partial Views (663kB PDF)by Bill Bogan - Jan 9, 2003 Bill Bogan of B2 Design (and formerly of Autodesk) has written a tutorial on the creation of partial views utilizing the break out view function. Linked
& Embedded Parameters - Part One (890kB
ZIP)by Sean Dotson - Sep 16, 2002 The first in a series explains how to embed an Excel spreadsheet into an Inventor part or assembly. This allows the user to control several aspects of the part by placinf parameters in the embedded Excel document. Within Excel the user can then utilize pulldown selections, If..Then conditional statements and various other Excel functions. A working understanding of Excel is assumed. Linked
& Embedded Parameters - Part Two (890kB
ZIP)by Sean Dotson - Sep 25, 2002 In the second part of this series we look at linking an Excel spreadsheet to several parts and to an assembly. In this manner the user can change several parts and the associated assembly by editing the single Excel file. Linked
& Embedded Parameters - Part Three
(906kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - Dec 12, 2002 In the third part of this series we examine how to use the derived part engine to link multiple files to one another. This allows the user to control several files from one master file without the need for external spreadsheets. Control Your Inventor Models
with External Linked & Embedded Parameters
(700kB PDF)by Sean Dotson - Dec 16, 2003 This is the handout I used at Autodesk University 2003 for course MA43-2. It is a 20 page summary of the 4 most popular ways to control models from Excel spreadsheets, derived parameters and external text files.
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