Archive for the ‘CAD/CAM’ Category

Alibre 3D Cad proves valuable for my first ‘commission’!

// Its been a while since I have been able to do any ‘proper’ machining due to health, refit for our fishing boat, making some pens (my only indulgence…honest), and trying to become a silversmith! My task today however was to fulfil a commission. Yes, my first ever commission, a pair of brackets to be secured to a [...]

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CAD experience update.

One model engineers experiences with the world of CAD and the possible answer to many model engineers need for a free 3D CAD package that works!

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The Myford ML7 lathe has completed its first real task!

Update on progress of the Myford refubishment, 3D Cad progress, Seal Engine, boring bar and tool setting gauge.

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Time for an update on my CAD/CAM experiences

One model engineer describes his experiences when learning how to use Cad packages in particular BObCad and TurboCad

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Engine design in CAD – Progress Report

Follow a novice model engineers attempts to get to grips with CAD. The intention is to build an engine from work carried out in BobCad 3D. Time will tell.

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CAD comes to Brixham – a start at designing a steam engine

Follow the design of a two cylinder steam engine in 3D CAD by a novice in both CAD and model engineering.

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