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Difference between 2D & 3D Drawings Difference between 2D & 3D Drawings TWO-DIMENSIONAL (2D) DRAWINGS The abbreviation for two-dimensional drawing is 2-D, and it describes a view having only width and height, width and length, or height and length dimensions. Two-dimensional drawings are the established design and drafting format and are common in all engineering … Read more

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT CADD FORMATS CADD FORMATS CADD FORMATS There are several different CADD formats. The most recognized CADD formats include 2D drawings and 3D wireframe, surface, and solid models. In general, 2-D drawings and 3-D solid models are the most common CADD formats currently used in the industry. Three-dimensional surface models are also … Read more

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN AND DRAFTING (CADD) COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN AND DRAFTING COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN AND DRAFTING (CADD) Computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) is the process of using a computer with CADD software for design and drafting applications. Software is the program or instructions that enable a computer to perform specific functions to accomplish a task. … Read more

How Manual Drafting Equipment & Supplies used in CAD MANUAL DRAFTING EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES IN CAD MANUAL DRAFTING Manual drafting, also known as hand drafting, describes traditional drafting practice using pencil or ink on a medium such as paper or polyester film, with the support of drafting instruments and equipment. This chapter also explains drawing … Read more

Facts of the Drafting Professional Perspective DRAFTING CAREER PROFESSIONAL PERSPECTIVE PROFESSIONAL PERSPECTIVE There is a significant difference between an individual trained in the theories, principles, standards, and requirements of the career field and a true professional. Being a professional is more than holding a credential. A certificate or diploma is only an indication of knowledge … Read more

CAD DRAFTER, THEIR EDUCATION & JOB OPPORTUNITIES CAD DRAFTER EDUCATION & CAREER THE CAD DRAFTER The term drafter commonly refers to a man or woman who is employed in the drafting profession. Other general-purpose titles include draftsperson, design drafter, drafting technician, engineering drafter, CADD operator, and CADD technician. A job title can also be discipline … Read more

Importance of Reusability in CADD Reusability is one of the important advantages of CADD. With CADD, it is never necessary to draw anything more than once. Developing a CADD symbols library further enhances the ability to reuse content. Building a parts library for reusability has increased productivity, decreased development costs, and set the highest standards … Read more

WHAT IS DRAFTING STANDARDS DRAFTING STANDARDS Most industries, schools, and companies establish standards, which are guidelines that specify drawing requirements, appearance, and techniques, operating procedures, and record-keeping methods. The Australian Standards defines the term standard as a set of technical definitions and guidelines, how-to instructions for designers, manufacturers, and users. Standards promote safety, reliability, productivity, … Read more

Intellectual Property Rights and Patent Application Intellectual Property Rights The success of a company often relies on the integrity of its employees. Products are normally the result of years of research, engineering, and development. This is referred to as the intellectual property of the company. Protection of intellectual property can be critical to the success … Read more

WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF ENGINEERING DRAWING Individuals with talent, wisdom, vision, and innovative ideas have influenced the history of engineering drawing. Major changes in agriculture, manufacturing, mining, and transport also greatly influenced the evolution of engineering drawing and had an overpowering effect on socioeconomic and cultural conditions between the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Recently … Read more

WHAT IS THE ENGINEERING DESIGN APPLICATION Engineering drawing and design is a broad subject that includes a wide range of theory and practice. Many different forms of drawing exist. Drawing occurs while at the lunch table as a basic sketch of a new product idea drawn on a napkin. Drawing also occurs in the form … Read more

WHAT TO CHOOSE 2D DRAWING OR 3D MODEL PLATFORM FOR CAD DESIGNING There has been a new trend in CAD designing world for a 3D modelling for complex design and CAD design platform has evolved so much that 2D drawings become the by-product of 3D modelling. 2D drawings are easy to generate but engineers prefer … Read more

How to Hire the Right Architect When you make the decision to build a new home, there are a lot of things to consider: Neighbourhood Accessibility Land or Area Budget / Capital No matter where you end up, perhaps the most important decision you make is that who will be the architect. If you haven’t … Read more