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• Some of the Salient Features of this textbook are as follows:
• Consists of 17 chapters that are organized in a pedagogical sequence covering changes and enhancements specific to Autodesk Inventor 2009.
• The first page of every chapter summarizes the topics that will be covered in it.
• Real-world projects and examples focusing on industry experience.
• Step-by-step examples that guide the user through the learning process.
• Effectively communicates the utility of tools, toolbars, and shortcut menus in Autodesk Inventor 2009.
• Additional information is provided throughout the textbook in the form of tips and notes.
• Self-Evaluation test and Review Questions are provided at the end of each chapter so that the users can assess their knowledge.

Autodesk Inventor 2009 for Designers textbook caters to both the novice and the advanced users of Autodesk Inventor.  Keeping in perspective the requirements of the users, the textbook first introduces the sketching and part modeling in Autodesk Inventor, and then gradually progresses to cover assembly, drafting, surfacing and sheet metal.  Written with the tutorial point of view and the learn-by-doing theme, the textbook is ideally suited for learning at your convenience and at your pace.  After reading this textbook, the users will be able to create parts, assemblies, drawing views with bill of materials, and learn the techniques that are essential for designing multiple models of similar geometry with ease.

About the Authors

CADCIM Technologies, Prof.  Sham Tickoo of Purdue University Calumet, and the team of dedicated contributing authors are committed to bring you the best textbooks and free teaching and learning resources on Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing (CAD/CAM), Computer Programming and Applications, GIS, Civil, Computer Animations, and related technologies.  We strive to be the first and the best.  That is our promise and our goal.

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