Category Archives: CAD/CAM

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

Posted on 23 April, 2010 by Mike Freeman

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 … Continue reading →

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CAD experience update.

Posted on 3 March, 2009 by Mike Freeman

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! Continue reading →

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The Myford ML7 lathe has completed its first real task!

Posted on 1 March, 2009 by Mike Freeman

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

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Time for an update on my CAD/CAM experiences

Posted on 20 February, 2009 by Mike Freeman

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

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Engine design in CAD – Progress Report

Posted on 22 December, 2008 by Mike Freeman

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. Continue reading →

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

Posted on 18 December, 2008 by Mike Freeman

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

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