BENEFITS OF 3D CAD MODELING IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN

Computer-aided design software (CAD) is more prominent in the engineering industry as the standard tool used for drafting and design of mechanical components and assemblies. Immediately, projects were able to go from concept to prototype in record time. A major advantage was the added product design flexibility, which allowed engineers to avoid costly mistakes when changes to the design of one component were not passed along to other affected parts of the assembly. Computer design also brought about the ability to visualize complex technical elements that are difficult to conceive in a two-dimensional layout. 3D CAD modelling provides lots of benefits to the mechanical companies.

Benefits of 3d cad modelling in mechanical engineering are as follows:

Better Design Quality

There are lots of the standard templates already present in CAD software so that designers can use these ready-made templates to accurately design their own designs. A CAD software also checks the existing errors in a design so that these errors can be removed before the final design.

Better Design Efficiency

3D CAD software offers a plethora of tools which cuts the tedious process that essentially has been an inalienable part of manual drafting. Designer’s productivity is significantly improved as the visualization of the outcome can be done easily by putting various mechanical components in perspective. All needful changes can be made during the 3D modelling design process itself which renders revisiting the design once project execution has started needlessly. The efficiency of design is significantly improved as all suggested and apparent changes can be incorporated readily and expeditiously.

Easy Documentation

 The traditional methods of drafting involve manually documenting various aspects of the mechanical component, which is a tedious process and need high levels of accuracy. 3D CAD modelling makes the entire process of documenting component designs easy, as it comes preloaded with flexible documentation options - like documenting geometries and dimensions of the product, material specifications, bill of materials, etc.

Reduced Manufacturing Time

Manufacturing time is accomplished because the same 3D model used to design the component is used in the creation of the mould for plastic injection moulded parts. For metal components, consistently accurate part geometry and tolerances are transferred to computerized numerical control (CNC) machines to quickly produce metal prototype parts.

Saves Cost

3D CAD comes with many standard designed components which save the designer from the trouble of designing them again from scratch. This saves crucial time and money. Also, obtaining the licensed modelling software is expensive hence outsourcing 3D CAD modelling is the preferred option, as it helps in saving the costs further.

Better Visualization for Clients

3D CAD modelling provides the best visual images of the component to be designed in 3D. The components can even be animated and the working can be observed. Visual graphics helps the customer understand the features and properties of the component better. This further helps in demonstrating the functionality of the mechanical component to the client and making a proposal.

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