CAD Flashcards
What does the “Copy” tool do?
Creates a clone of the selected object
What does the “Radial Array” tool do?
Repeats an element in a circle format around an axis
What does the “Rectangular Pattern” tool do?
Repeats an element in a rectangular format along a line or in a grid
What is “Revolve”?
Revolves a 3D shape around an axis
What does “Trim” do?
Takes away unnecessary parts of a sketch
What is the point of layers in CAD?
Allows connections to be revealed or concealed, Removes unnecessary clutter
What is “Chamfer”?
Flattens the corners of a shape at a specific angle
What is “Extrude”?
Turns 2D sketches into 3D shapes
What is “fillet”?
Curves edges around a radius
What is “mirror”?
Flips selected part of project
What does the “dimension” tool do?
Edits the lengths of lines and size of shapes in sketch mode.
What does the “rotate” tool do?
Rotates shapes and text boxes
What is “line”?
Draws a line on the sketch plane
What is “circle”?
Sketches a circle
What is “Rectangle”?
Creates a rectangle either from a corner or a centre point
What type of extrude cuts into the object?
Subtract
What type of extrude adds on to the object?
Add
What should you specify when you say to revolve something?
The number of degrees revolved
Name three advantages of CAD
Saves paper, so better for the environment.
Easier to send to people.
Can be viewed in 3D.
Exact measurements can be made.
Less risk of human error.
What is the purpose of the “Zoom” command?
To see certain elements better
