Course detail

Numerical Modeling and Rapid Prototyping

FSI-HRA-KAcad. year: 2015/2016

The course is focused on modern technology and modern methods used in the development, design and manufacturing of a prototype. At the beginning the term “Computer Aided Design” is defined along with its integration into the production process. Next, CAD systems are dealt with in more detail, systems separated into categories and the use of each category is explained with a view to working methods and available tools. Part of this subject is concerned with collaborative design between computerized workstations over a network (LAN). The final part concerns prototype product description various methods of rapid prototyping and efficiency reverse engineering methods.

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

4

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Students will have an overview of CAD system and Rapid Prototyping technology properties used in the design and construction processes and in prototype manufacturing.

Prerequisites

Basic knowledges about design of machine parts and machine nodes.
Knowledge of computer control.

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

The course is taught through lectures explaining the basic principles and theory of the discipline. Exercises are focused on practical topics presented in lectures.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

Course-unit credit and exam requirements: The student has to be able to explain the suitability of selected solution and applied procedure, objective accuracy of computational and documentation part of the report. The mark reflects also the graphic and formal sides of the report.

Course curriculum

Not applicable.

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

The course explains the principles of Computer Aided Design systems and methods of prototype manufacture – especially of rapid prototyping.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

Participation in the exercises is obligatory and is controlled by the teacher. Absences can be compensated in exceptional and well-founded cases – to be determined by the course supervisor.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

MURRAY, J.D; VANRYPER W. Ecyklopedie grafických formátů – druhé vydání. 2. vyd. Brno: Computer Press, 1997. 917 s. ISBN 80-7226-033-2
MCMAHON, CH., BROWNE, J. CAD/CAM – principles, practice and manufacturing management. 2.vyd. Harlow: Pearson Edication Limited. 1998. 643s. ISBN 0-2001-17819-2
SALOMON, D. Computer Graphics and Geometric Modeling. Springer, 1999. 833 s. ISBN 0-387-98682-0
ŽÁRA, J.; BENEŠ; B.; FELKEL, P. Moderní počítačová grafika. Brno: Computer Press, 1998. 433 s. ISBN 80-7226-049-9

Recommended reading

MCNEEL, R. Rhinoceros – NURBS Modeling for Windows. Robert McNeel&Associates, 1999
Pro/Engineer. Základy systému. Přerov: Rand Technologies, 1999
SolidWorks. TeacherGuite. Concord: Solid Works Corporation, 2001
TurboCAD Verze 8 – Kompletní uživatelský manuál. IMSI, 2001

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme N2301-2 Master's

    branch M-STG , 2 year of study, summer semester, compulsory

Type of course unit

 

Guided consultation

17 hod., optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

Syllabus

Computer Aided Design – allocation on manufacturing process
CAD system configurations
CAD system categories
Modelling systems
Visualisation in CAD systems
Wireframe and Solid modeler
Surface creation
Drawing in CAD systems
Reverse engineering
Rapid prototyping (RPT)
Collaborative design between computerized workstations over a network
Internet and CAD systems
Calculation modules in CAD systems