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Lobsterback Duct Bends Sheetmetal Method

lawrie
in Modeling
1 0 Beginner
This is the method I use to construct lobster back bends with sheet metal tools that I can produce flat patterns from, These flat patterns can then be used to produce files for CNC profile cutting machines. I have come across other ways of doing this using surfaces, thickened and turned into sheet metal parts. The software I am using is Alibre Design. As the version I have is low on surfacing tools I have found this a good way to model lobster back bends, which I have been involved with the design and manufacture for many years.
Alibre Design

IronCAD - Top 10 Tips

Nick
in Modeling
3 5 Expert
Ten top tips for IronCAD
IronCAD hints tips ironcad

Alibre Design - How to Drive a Part From a Layout Sketch

lawrie
in Modeling
0 0 Intermediate
In this tutorial I will use a 2D sketch of the layout of a fan scroll to generate a 3D sheetmetal part using Alibre Design Software. When producing a range of centifugal fans the performance of each particular fan in the range is governed by equations called the "fan laws". Once the actual performance of one fan in the range has been established the performance of all other sizes can be predicted by these laws. This makes producing a complete range of a particular type of fan an ideal task for a parametric 3D approach to produce the drawings and other details ready for manufacture. The main dimensions of our fan are based off the diameter of the rotor.
Alibre Design

Building Mini Morris Cooper

PabloModelkits
in Modeling
7 3 Expert
Insane detail level modeling this Mini Morris Cooper. Leave you comments and questions, I will be happy to answer.
Autodesk Maya montecarlo rally iconic car classic cooper morris mini automotive

Modeling Twisted 25 X 25 Square Bar

lawrie
in Modeling
1 0 Beginner
Modeling a twisted 25mm x 25mm square bar with Alibre Design software. The model is made using lofted sketches, and as this feature tool is common to many software packages, the basic method should work with other software.
Alibre Design

Volkswagen Van Type 23 | Time lapse

PabloModelkits
in Modeling
2 0 Expert
Here is a van that reminds to peace the Volkswagen Type 23.
Autodesk Maya lapse time van 23 type volkswagen

IronCAD - Using the Co-ordinate system to create a section

Nick
in Modeling
2 0 Intermediate
Use the Co-Ordinate systems to create a section plane. This is a handy alternative the section tool, as it does not cut the solid model.
IronCAD section cross

IronCAD - Multifeature part from one Cross Section

Nick
in Modeling
0 0 Intermediate
Create a pipe section with flanges at each end, using one circle to drive the bore diameter with flange OD offset from this.
IronCAD mechanical section cross pipe ironcad

Basic Steps to Model Anchor Bracket from 6mm Plate

lawrie
in Modeling
0 0 Beginner
This is the basic steps to model a version of anchor bracket manufactured from 6mm thk. mild steel plate. The software I have used is Alibre Design. The same basic approach would be taken using Solid Works, Solid Edge. or Inventor, with small differences due to the basic sheetmetal being a little bit different. My preference for making the pressed version of this part is a laser cut profile pressed into shape is a very simple way to make this. This is a good way to make a few or many of this part. The first step is to select a starting plane and sketch this basic shape. The construction lines are a guide. As I am allowing for thickness of material and radius of bends, I have offset the actual profile by 12mm
Alibre Design

KTM (Streetfighter )

I'M A DESIGNER
in Modeling
2 0 Expert
Tuto n°61 - KTM (Streetfighter ) sur Autodesk Maya https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vGN83WWMIc
Autodesk Maya

Model Cast & Machine

lawrie
in Modeling
0 0 Beginner
Often we make a model of component that are cast and machined to finish. This is an example of a simple cast iron flange that will also be machined. I have used Alibre Design but the same approach will work with any of the main 3D products. By using configurations we have a model that does both for producing the pattern for casting and also details for machining.
Alibre Design

Place blueprint in viewport Autodesk Maya

PabloModelkits
in Modeling
0 0 Beginner
How to model cars or any vehicle in Autodesk Maya? In this quick tutorial you will be teach to place views of a blueprint in the view port. This is the first step to model cars or any vehicle, even characters. If you want to do a particular model just type in the browser: "the model you want" + Blueprint.
Autodesk Maya viewport place blueprint maya autodesk modeling car

Junk sail boat | 3d modeling timelapse

PabloModelkits
in Modeling
3 0 Expert
Time lapse 3d modeling of a Junk Sail Boat. Feel free to leave you comments!
Autodesk Maya maya autodesk modeling 3d boat sail junk

IronCAD - Linked Cross Sections

Nick
in Modeling
0 0 Intermediate
Create independent parts all driven by the one linked cross section
IronCAD section cross linked ironcad structural

Parametric Arty Glass Model

lawrie
in Modeling
2 1 Beginner
A recent question asked on GrabCad is the inspiration for this quick tutorial. A Grabcad member. His task is tp produce a model of a existing glass tumbler. The basic model consists of two triangular profiles, the base profile separated from the top profile and rotated 180 deg. from the base profile. If you have the original in front of you it is possible to take a few measurements, but a big part of getting the final that you are happy with will probably involve a bit of tweaking to get something that looks right. This concept can be expanded as by building a good robust model, by adjusting values in the function editor, one of the many useful tools available in Alibre Design software, many different versions can be produced with little effort. Alibre Design is great product available for a price well bellow more fancied products like Solid Works and Inventor. For small time use Solid Works and Inventor are too expensive for the possibility of paying there way, which is why there are many pirated copies being used commercially. Alibre Design enables me to own an excellent tool that has paid its way.
Alibre Design
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