CAD Software for Cable Design: A Three-Dimensional Visualization Tool

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rodrigo Provasi ◽  
Christiano Odir Cardoso Meirelles ◽  
Clo´vis de Arruda Martins
Keyword(s):  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
Structural Characteristics ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Axial Stiffness ◽  
General Description ◽  
Post Processing ◽  
Cad System ◽  
Processing Resources ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Electrical Cables

The concept and project of umbilical cables and flexible pipes are not simple tasks, due to the great variety of components and possible arrangements. The design of those elements is based on the functions they are intended to perform. Also, some structural characteristics determine which component will be selected, including electrical cables and hydraulic hoses, to control underwater equipment, protective sheaths, helically wounded tensile armors, anti-wear layers, interlocked carcasses; pressure armors and so on. The modeling process consists on defining the cable features and selecting the elements that will compose it. The process should take into account the desired structural characteristics, such as axial stiffness, and must respect some constraints, such as weight. To have an operational cable, one must follow a number of steps from definition to validation of the cable and any tool that provides a easier way to deal with this process is highly desired. In this scenario, Computer Aided Design software was conceived. It enables the definition of cable elements and set its relative arrangements in a cross-section view. Post-processing features are also part of the program, enabling users to visualize the geometry, determining possible interferences only visible in a three-dimensional visualization module. Although a solver is also available to determine stress and displacements and, as a sub-product, the cable weight and equivalent stiffness, the CAD software can be easily integrated to other solvers, to provide pre and post processing resources. This paper gives a general description of the whole CAD system but focus on the three-dimensional module. Through the paper, an overview of the software is shown, pointing out the system requirements. Next, the user interface is described, showing its features and, to conclude, modeled cables geometries and some results are shown.

A Framework for Designing Component Shapes in a Virtual Reality Environment

1997 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tushar H. Dani ◽  
Rajit Gadh
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Virtual Environment ◽  
User Interfaces ◽  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Human Interaction ◽  
Prototype System ◽  
Virtual Design ◽  
Cad System ◽  
Interactive Editing

Abstract Despite advances in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and the evolution of the graphical user interfaces, rapid creation, editing and visualization of three-dimensional (3D) shapes remains a tedious task. Though the availability of Virtual Reality (VR)-based systems allows enhanced three-dimensional interaction and visualization, the use of VR for ab initio shape design, as opposed to ‘importing’ models from existing CAD systems, is a relatively new area of research. Of interest are computer-human interaction issues and the design and geometric tools for shape modeling in a Virtual Environment (VE). The focus of this paper is on the latter i.e. in defining the geometric tools required for a VR-CAD system and in describing a framework that meets those requirements. This framework, the Virtual Design Software Framework (VDSF) consists of the interaction and design tools, and an underlying geometric engine that provides the representation and algorithms required by these tools. The geometric engine called the Virtual Modeler uses a graph-based representation (Shape-Graph) for modeling the shapes created by the user. The Shape-Graph facilitates interactive editing by localizing the effect of editing operations and in addition provides constraint-based design and editing mechanisms that are useful in a 3D interactive virtual environment. The paper concludes with a description of the prototype system, called the Virtual Design Studio (VDS), that is currently being implemented.1.

scholarly journals Simulation Informed CAD for 3D Nanoprinting

Micromachines ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jason D. Fowlkes ◽  
Robert Winkler ◽  
Eva Mutunga ◽  
Philip D. Rack ◽  
Harald Plank
Keyword(s):  
Analytical Model ◽  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
Critical Mass ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Three Dimensional Objects ◽  
Non Linear ◽  
Out Of Plane ◽  
Digital Scanning ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Bending Nanowires

A promising 3D nanoprinting method, used to deposit nanoscale mesh style objects, is prone to non-linear distortions which limits the complexity and variety of deposit geometries. The method, focused electron beam-induced deposition (FEBID), uses a nanoscale electron probe for continuous dissociation of surface adsorbed precursor molecules which drives highly localized deposition. Three dimensional objects are deposited using a 2D digital scanning pattern—the digital beam speed controls deposition into the third, or out-of-plane dimension. Multiple computer-aided design (CAD) programs exist for FEBID mesh object definition but rely on the definition of nodes and interconnecting linear nanowires. Thus, a method is needed to prevent non-linear/bending nanowires for accurate geometric synthesis. An analytical model is derived based on simulation results, calibrated using real experiments, to ensure linear nanowire deposition to compensate for implicit beam heating that takes place during FEBID. The model subsequently compensates and informs the exposure file containing the pixel-by-pixel scanning instructions, ensuring nanowire linearity by appropriately adjusting the patterning beam speeds. The derivation of the model is presented, based on a critical mass balance revealed by simulations and the strategy used to integrate the physics-based analytical model into an existing 3D nanoprinting CAD program is overviewed.

An interactive, visual approach to developing and applying parametric three-dimensional spatial grammars

2011 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 333-356 ◽  
Author(s):  
Frank Hoisl ◽  
Kristina Shea
Keyword(s):  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Visual Development ◽  
General Level ◽  
Design Environment ◽  
Prototype Implementation ◽  
Left Hand ◽  
Spatial Grammar ◽  
The Creation ◽  
Definition Of

AbstractSpatial grammars are rule based, generative systems for the specification of formal languages. Set and shape grammar formulations of spatial grammars enable the definition of spatial design languages and the creation of alternative designs. Since the introduction of the underlying formalism, they have been successfully applied to different domains including visual arts, architecture, and engineering. Although many spatial grammars exist on paper, only a few, limited spatial grammar systems have been computationally implemented to date; this is especially true for three-dimensional (3-D) systems. Most spatial grammars are hard-coded, that is, once implemented, the vocabulary and rules cannot be changed without reprogramming. This article presents a new approach and prototype implementation for a 3-D spatial grammar interpreter that enables interactive, visual development and application of grammar rules. The method is based on a set grammar that uses a set of parameterized primitives and includes the definition of nonparametric and parametric rules, as well as their automatic application. A method for the automatic matching of the left hand side of a rule in a current working shape, including defining parametric relations, is outlined. A prototype implementation is presented and used to illustrate the approach through three examples: the “kindergarten grammar,” vehicle wheel rims, and cylinder cooling fins. This approach puts the creation and use of 3-D spatial grammars on a more general level and supports designers with facilitated definition and application of their own rules in a familiar computer-aided design environment without requiring programming.

Manufacturability Analysis of Integrated Product Based on Feature Mapping

2013 ◽  
Vol 423-426 ◽  
pp. 1837-1841
Author(s):  
Jian Ping Tian ◽  
Dan Ping Huang ◽  
Liang Dong Zhang ◽  
Hai Li Yang ◽  
Yu Chun Huang
Keyword(s):  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Feature Mapping ◽  
Product Model ◽  
Product Representation ◽  
Cad System ◽  
Representation Method ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Effective Product ◽  
Design And Manufacture ◽  
Manufacturing Feature

For the lack of effective product representation method, traditional CAD system cannot support integration of product design and manufacture effectively. This integration is the key to achieving Three-dimensional process design. Using the model definition of manufacturing feature, the part information of processing & manufacturing could be expressed completely. This representation method was put forward using the manufacturing feature of "cutting characteristics". A dynamic model of the manufacturing feature was established. Through study on mapping rules between features, the shape features mapping to the manufacturing features were realized. An effective solving way was provided for the expression of CAPP product model.

scholarly journals INTEGRATION OF CAD AND CAE IN SME’S FOR PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

2012 ◽  
pp. 221-223
Author(s):  
PRASHANT B. SAGAR ◽  
MADHUKAR R. NAGARE
Keyword(s):  
Product Development ◽  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Product Development Process ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Manufacturing Enterprises ◽  
Cad System ◽  
Small Manufacturer ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Computer Aided

Small manufacturing enterprises face a number of challenges when integrating computer aided design (CAD) tools and computer-aided engineering (CAE) tools into their design processes. One of the most significant challenges is interoperability across the wide range of commercial CAD and CAE tools. Although many of these tools support industry data standards and claim to be interoperable, the connection between them is not seamless. This paper summarizes studies of tool integration activities at one small manufacturer. The paper shows the enhancement of the product development process resulting from replacement of a two dimensional CAD system with a three-dimensional CAD system and creation of an inhouse capability to perform finite element analysis (FEA), replacing analysis that had previously been outsourced. As a result of these experiences, the manufacturer learned that improved productivity and superior designs could be obtained by integrating analysis into the design process at the earlier stages of conceptual and preliminary design.

Simulation-Based Ship Production Using Three-Dimensional CAD

2006 ◽  
Vol 22 (03) ◽  
pp. 155-159
Author(s):  
Yasuhisa Okumoto ◽  
Kentaro Hiyoku ◽  
Noritaka Uesugi
Keyword(s):  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
Complex Shape ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Computer Integrated Manufacturing ◽  
Digital Manufacturing ◽  
Two Dimensional ◽  
Ship Structure ◽  
Cad System ◽  
Simulation Based ◽  
Aided Design

The application of three-dimensional computer-aided design (CAD) is becoming more popular for design and production in many industrial fields, and digital manufacturing is spreading. With preconstruction simulation of the production process using a three-dimensional digital model, which is a core of a computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM) system, the efficiency and safety of production can be improved at each stage of work and optimization of manufacturing can be achieved. This paper first describes the concept of simulation-based production in shipbuilding and digital manufacturing. The three-dimensional CAD system is indispensable for effective simulation because the ship structure is three-dimensionally complex, and threedimensional viewer software enables workers to examine structures on a computer display. With simulation, computer-optimized manufacturing is possible. Simulation is most effective for jobs in which many parties must cooperate to handle structures or equipment of complex shape. Two-dimensional drawings are inadequate for imaging whole figures in such cases. Some examples of the successful applications in IHI Marine United, Inc., are shown: erection of a complex hull block, scaffolding planning, and installation of a rudder.

scholarly journals Problems of Creation and Usage of 3D Model of Structures and Theirs Possible Solution

Symmetry ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 181 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dalibor Bartonek ◽  
Michal Buday
Keyword(s):  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
3D Model ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
3D Models ◽  
Cad System ◽  
Building Models ◽  
Special Cad ◽  
Aided Design ◽  
The Church

This article describes problems that occur when creating three-dimensional (3D) building models. The first problem is geometric accuracy; the next is the quality of visualization of the resulting model. The main cause of this situation is that current Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software does not have sufficient means to precision mapping the measured data of a given object in field. Therefore the process of 3D model creation is mainly a relatively high proportion of manual work when connecting individual points, approximating curves and surfaces, or laying textures on surfaces. In some cases, it is necessary to generalize the model in the CAD system, which degrades the accuracy and quality of field data. The article analyzes these problems and then recommends several variants for their solution. There are described two basic methods: using topological codes in the list of coordinates points and creating new special CAD features while using Python scripts. These problems are demonstrated on examples of 3D models in practice. These are mainly historical buildings in different locations and different designs (brick or wooden structures). These are four sacral buildings in the Czech Republic (CR): the church of saints Johns of Brno-Bystrc, the Church of St. Paraskiva in Blansko, further the Strejc’s Church in Židlochovice, and Church of St. Peter in Alcantara in Karviná city. All of the buildings were geodetically surveyed by terrestrial method while using total station. The 3D model was created in both cases in the program AUTOCAD v. 18 and MicroStation.

scholarly journals Study on Wear form of Split Cone of Vertical Shaft Impact Crusher

2020 ◽  
pp. 13-20
Author(s):  
Feifei Feng ◽  
Jinfa Shi ◽  
Jie Yang ◽  
Junxu Ma
Keyword(s):  
Dynamic Simulation ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Motion Trajectory ◽  
Vertical Shaft ◽  
Impact Wear ◽  
Post Processing ◽  
Dimensional Model ◽  
Three Dimensional Model ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Model Rotor

The three-dimensional model rotor of vertical shaft impact crusher was established by using the three-dimensional software Solidworks and it was imported into the discrete element software EDEM for dynamic simulation. The force of the split cone, the motion trajectory and force of the particles were analyzed in rotor by using the post-processing function of EDEM. The results show that the split cone was mainly affected by the normal action of particles. According to the definition of impact wear, it was finally determined that the wear form of the split cone is impact wear.

A General Procedure for Dimensional Synthesis of Mechanisms

1992 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Rygaard Hansen
Keyword(s):  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
General Procedure ◽  
Continuation Method ◽  
Dimensional Synthesis ◽  
Cad System ◽  
Strongly Nonlinear ◽  
Synthesis Of Mechanisms ◽  
Kinematic Behaviour ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Aided Design

Abstract A method for dimensional synthesis of arbitrary planar mechanisms is presented. The method is based on identification of the mutually independent vector loops of the mechanism, and the design equations that fulfil the desired kinematic behaviour are formulated on the basis of these loops. The identification of the branches is done on the basis of a separation of the mechanism into a number of modules (input bodies and Assur groups). As the design equations are strongly nonlinear (involving both dimensions and rotations of bodies), a continuation method is employed for their solution. The method, with the definition and analysis of the initial mechanism, the subdivision of the mechanism into modules, the definition of the desired kinematic behaviour, and the generation and solution of the vector loop equations, has been implemented in a menu-controlled CAD-system called CADME (Computer Aided Design of MEchanisms).

Dynamic Modelling of Blades Based on a Novel Curved Thin Walled Beam Theory

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juan C. Jauregui ◽  
Diego Cardenas ◽  
Hugo Elizalde ◽  
Oliver Probst
Keyword(s):  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
Degrees Of Freedom ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Dynamic Modelling ◽  
Beam Theory ◽  
General Description ◽  
B Splines ◽  
Out Of Plane ◽  
Thin Walled ◽  
Aided Design

There are several Thin-Walled Beam models for straight beams, but few TWB models consider beams with arbitrary curvatures. Although, a curved beam can be modelled using finite elements, the number of degrees of freedom is too large and a nonlinear dynamic solution is very cumbersome, if not impossible. In this work, a general description of arbitrary three-dimensional curves, based on the Frenet-Serret field frame, is applied to determine the dynamic stresses in wing turbines blades. The dynamic model is developed using the Isogeometric Analysis (IGA) and the in plane and out-of-plane curvature’s gradients are found in an Euler-type formulation, allowing the treatment of cases with highly-curved geometry. An Isogeometrical (IGA) formulation relies on a linear combination of Non-Uniform Rational B-Splines (NURBS) to represent not just the model’s geometry, a standard practice in most Computer-Aided Design (CAD) platforms, but also the unknown solution field of each sought variable. For the unified model hitherto described, these variables are represented by a NURBS curve.

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