Parametric Modeling

With

I-DEAS 12

Randy H. Shih

Oregon Institute of Technology

SDC

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Table of Contents
Preface
Acknowledgments
Chapter 1

Introduction
Introduction
Development of Computer Geometric Modeling
Feature-Based Parametric Modeling
Getting Started with I-DEAS
I-DEAS Data Management Concepts
Model Files
Libraries
Catalogs
Starting I-DEAS
Project Name
Model File Name
Application Menu
Task Menu
I-DEAS Screen Layout
Mouse Buttons
Icon Panel
Top Menu Bars
Task and Application Specific Icon Panel
Display Icon Panel
Prompts
Quick Help
Icon Operation
Leaving I-DEAS

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Chapter 2

Parametric Modeling Fundamentals

Introduction
The L-Bracket Design
Starting I-DEAS
Units Setup
Creating Rough Sketches
Step 1: Creating a rough sketch
Graphics Cursors
Dynamic Navigator

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Dynamic Viewing Functions

Panning [F1] and the Mouse
Zooming [F2] and the mouse
Basic Editing Using the Eraser
Creating a Single Line
Consideration of Design Intent
Step 2: Apply/Delete/Modify constraints and dimensions
Creating desired Dimensions
Modifying Dimensional Values
Pre-selection of Entities
Changing the Appearance of Dimensions
Repositioning Dimensions
Step 3: Completing the Base Solid Feature
Display Viewing Commands
Display Icon Panel
View icons
Shaded Solids
Hidden-line Removal
Wireframe Image
Redisplay & Refresh
Zoom-All
Zoom-In
Workplane It is an XY CRT, but an XYZ World
Workplane Appearance
Step 4: Adding additional features
Sketch In Place
Step 4-1: Adding an extruded feature
Step 4-2: Adding a cut feature
Extrusion Cut option
Saving the Part and Exit I-DEAS
Questions
Exercises

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Chapter 3

Constructive Solid Geometry Concept

Introduction
Binary Tree
The Locator Design
Starting I-DEAS
The CSG Binary Tree of the Locator Design
Units Setup
Base Feature
Modifying the Size of the Rectangle
Completing the Base Solid Feature

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Creating the next solid feature

Creating a Cut feature
The second CUT feature
The Third CUT Feature
Save the Part and Exit I-DEAS
Questions
Exercises

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Chapter 4

Model History Tree and the BORN Technique

Introduction
The BORN technique
The Saddle Bracket Design
Modeling Strategy
Starting I-DEAS
Applying the BORN Technique using the Create Part option
Base Feature
Modifying Dimensional Values
Extrusion
Add Additional Features
Examining the History Tree
History Access Window
Rectangular Cut feature
Adding a Location Dimension
Modify Dimensions
Extrude Until Next Option
Create the next Cut Feature
Examining the History Tree
History-based Part Modifications
A Design Change
Questions
Exercises

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Chapter 5

Parametric Modeling Fundamentals

CONSTRAINTS and RELATIONS
Create Simple plate Designs
Starting I-DEAS
Automatic Application of Constraints The Dynamic Navigator
Constrain and Dimension Options
Importance of Fully Constrained Geometry
Deleting Geometric Constraints

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Adding Dimensional Constraints

Adding Geometric Constraints Manually
Over-constraining and Reference Dimensions
Adding Additional Geometry and Constraints
Opening a New Model File
Applying the BORN Technique
Creating the 2D sketch
Modifying Dimensional Values
Dimensional Values and Dimensional Variables
Additional Parametric Relations
Adjusting the control dimensions
Questions
Exercises

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Chapter 6

Geometric Construction Tools

Introduction
The Gasket Design
Modeling Strategy
Starting I-DEAS
Applying the BORN Technique
Sketching with the Focus option
Using the Trim/Extend Command
Examining and Adding necessary Constraints
Modifying Dimensional Values
Making a Copy of the Sketch using the Move Command
First Construction Method Trim/Extend
Creating 2-D Fillets
Second Construction Method Haystack Geometry
Creating Additional 2-D Fillets on the Section
Extrusion
Create an Offset Feature
Completing the CUT feature
Questions
Exercises

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Chapter 7

3-D Annotation and Associated Drawings

3D Annotation and 2D Drawings from 3D Parts
Changing the Color of the 3D Model
3D Annotation Linear Dimension
Changing the Appearance of Dimensions

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Adding Additional 3D Annotation

First Method - Model Views
Display Filter
Second Method - Multiple Viewports
The I-DEAS Master Drafting Application
Repositioning the Work View
Hiding View Borders and View Names
Hiding Dimensions and Projected Entities
Adding Centerlines
Adding Additional Reference Dimensions
Changing the Displayed Hidden Line Style
Associative Functionality - Modifying the Solid Model
Printing the 2D Drawing
Questions
Exercises

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Chapter 8

Symmetrical Features in Designs

Introduction
A Symmetrical Design: PULLEY
Modeling Strategy - A Symmetrical Design
Starting Up I-DEAS
Applying the BORN Technique
Creating the Base Feature
Creating a Revolved Feature
Mirroring Features
Creating an Extruded Feature as a Pattern Leader
Circular Pattern
Creating a Template Title Block
Adding 2D Views
Add a Section View
Resizing the Views and Completing the Drawing
Questions
Exercises

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Chapter 9

Feature interactions and Reference Geometry

Reference Geometry
The Guide Block Design
Modeling Strategy
Starting I-DEAS

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Applying the BORN Technique

Base Feature
Create a Reference Plane
Creating a 2-D Sketch on the Reference Plane
Modifying Dimensions
Making the First Cut Feature
Second Cut Without Creating a New Reference Plane
Completing the Second Cut
Third Cut Using A New Reference Plane
Parametric Relations
Completing the Third Cut
Creating a Drill-Hole Using the REVOLVE Command
Parametric Relations
Completing the Revolved Cut
A Drill Through Hole
A Design Change
Questions
Exercises

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Chapter 10

Three-Dimensional Construction Tools

Introduction
A Thin-walled Design: OIL PAN
Modeling Strategy
Starting Up I-DEAS
Applying the BORN Technique
The Base Feature
Create an OFFSET Feature
Extrude using the Draft Angle option
Extract Section
Put Away the solid object
Modify the Extracted Geometry
Retrieve the solid object from the BIN
Create the next Extrusion
Creating 3-D Rounds and Fillets
Creating 3-D Fillets - Edge Chain option
The Shell Feature
Changing the Color of the 3-D Model
Creating a Rectangular Pattern
Creating Another Rectangular Pattern
Questions
Exercises

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Chapter 11

Part Modeling - Finishing Touches

Introduction
Summary of Modeling Considerations
The BRACKET Design
Modeling Strategy
Start Up I-DEAS
Applying the BORN Technique
The Base Feature
Creating the Second feature
Create a 2-D Sketch on the XY-plane
Create a Cylindrical Feature
Create a Hole through the Cylinder
Create Holes on the Base Feature
Adding 3-D Rounds and Fillets
Creating Chamfers
Questions
Exercises

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Chapter 12

Assembly Modeling - Putting It All Together

Introduction
The BRACKET Assembly
Assembly Modeling Methodology
The Bottom Up approach
The Top Down approach
The Middle Out approach
Additional Parts
(1) Base Plate
Starting I-DEAS
Creating the Base-Plate part
(2) Bushing
(3) Cap Screw
Retrieve the Models from the BIN
The I-DEAS Master Assembly Application
Acquiring parts from the model file and establish an hierarchy
Placing the First Component in the Assembly model
Assembly Constraints
Degrees of Freedom and Constraints
Fully Constrained Component
Placing the Bushing
Changing the Orientation the Bushing Part
Locking the Bushing part

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Adjusting the Orientation of the Cap-Screw

Assemble the Cap-Screw
Duplicating an instance
Exploded View of the Assembly
Conclusion
Questions
Exercise
1. Base Plate
2. Sliding Block
3. Lifting Block
4. Adjusting Screw

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