Activity 4.

2 Software Modeling Introduction

Introduction
3D solid modeling is a powerful tool for engineers. It allows an idea to be translated
into a model that can communicate the concept, adapt to changes, and even create
a physical model with devices such as a rapid prototyper or a mill.

In this activity you will learn the basic Autodesk® Inventor® software user interface
and file management system. This orientation to the software is important to allow
efficient modeling of your ideas.

Equipment
 Engineering notebook
 Pencil
 PC with Autodesk® Inventor® software
 Autodesk® Inventor® videos
 UI Navigation 1
 UI Navigation 2
 Navigation Control
 Project Files
 Part Browser

Procedure

1. What is the file extension for a Part File?

.ipt

2. Give a description of a Part File.

Creates a 2D or 3D object composed of features and one or more object.

3. What is the file extension for an Assembly File?

.iam

4. Give a description of an Assembly File.

Creates a collection of precisely aligned parts and other assemblies.

5. What is the file extension for a Drawing File?

.idw, dwg
 6. Give a description of a Drawing File.
Creates a 2D or 3D object composed of features and one or more objects.

Using the Image3, answer questions 5 -12.

7. Write the feature of the part file, for arrow 1.
Ribbon

8. Write the feature of the part file, for arrow 2.

Project Browser

9. Write the feature of the part file, for arrow 3.

Graphic Window

10. Write the feature of the part file, for arrow 4.

Applications Menu

11. Write the feature of the part file, for arrow 5.

Quick Access Toolbar

12. Write the feature of the part file, for arrow 6.

Tabs

13. Write the feature of the part file, for arrow 7.

Panels

14. Write the feature of the part file, for arrow 8.

Extended Panels

15. How do you restore the browser if lost?

Go to view tab, user interface, click browser/menu

Use the image below to answer questions 16 – 18.

16. Which feature was created first? Extrusion 1 or Hole 1?
Extrusion 1

17. Which feature was created first? Extrusion 3 or Sketch 3?

Extrusion 3

18. Which feature was created first? Extrusion 5 or Extrusion 4?

Extrusion 5

19. Name the navigation control below:

Navigation Bar

20. Name the navigation control below:

Home Key
21. Name the navigation control below:

View Cube
22. Describe the functions available with each of the following function keys.

F2 ___Allows you to pan_______

F3 ___Allows you to zoom______
F4 ___Free Orbit_____________
F5 _ _Go to the previous view___
F6 ___Go to the home view_____
F8 Reset all key___________