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In spring 2021, I modeled an entire tool kit in SolidWorks as the final project for the Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing class. These 40+ components I modeled from scratch demonstrated the culmination of many CAD skills I learned that semester, from lofts and patterns to configurations and surfacing. I also used advanced and mechanical mates for the pliers, case, and adapter bit ball detent to realistically move. The following screw bit set is one of the subassemblies I am most proud of, as it displays my precise measurement, attention to detail, and modeling of the bit flutes based on manufacturing method.
CAD Screw Bit Set
I also gained significant experience creating CAD drawings over the course of this project. The drawing below of a plier half contains many small and organic details that I ambitiously tackled in a desire to learn.
One of the biggest challenges I faced in this project was dealing with manufacturing precision. The tool kit was made very inexpensively, and detailed measurements of symmetrical parts showed that. This final product represents a balance between the dimensions that actually exist and educated corrections of manufacturing imprecision. If I were to do this project again, I would ensure this imprecision was actually reflected in the engineering drawings.
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