Exploring Bentley STAAD.Pro V8i (SELECTseries 6) is a comprehensive book that has been written to cater to the needs of the students and professionals. The chapters in this book are structured in a pedagogical sequence, which makes the learning process very simple and effective for both the novice as well as the advanced users of STAAD.Pro. In this book, the author explains in detail the procedure of creating 2D and 3D models, assigning material constants, assigning cross-section properties, assigning supports, defining different loads, performing analysis, viewing results, and preparing report. The chapters in the book are punctuated with tips and notes, wherever necessary, to make the concepts clear, thereby enabling the user to create his own innovative projects. Salient Features: Detailed explanation of Bentley STAAD.Pro concepts Projects given as examples Step-by-step examples to guide the users through the learning process Tips and Notes throughout the book 282 pages of illustrated text Self-Evaluation Tests and Review Questions Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to STAAD.Pro V8i Chapter 2: Structural Modeling in STAAD.Pro Chapter 3: Structural Modeling Using Tools Chapter 4: Defining Material Constants and Section Properties Chapter 5: Specifications and Supports Chapter 6: Loads Chapter 7: Performing Analysis, Viewing Results, and Preparing Report Chapter 8: Structural Modeling Using Building Planner Index

Exploring Bentley STAAD.Pro CONNECT Edition is a comprehensive book that has been written to cater to the needs of the students and professionals. The chapters in this book are structured in a pedagogical sequence, which makes the learning process very simple and effective for both the novice as well as the advanced users of STAAD.Pro. In this book, the author explains in detail the procedure of creating 2D and 3D models, assigning material constants, assigning cross-section properties, assigning supports, defining different loads, performing analysis, viewing results, and preparing report. The chapters in the book are punctuated with tips and notes, wherever necessary, to make the concepts clear, thereby enabling the user to create his own innovative projects. Salient Features: Detailed explanation of concepts Real-world projects given as example• Tips and Notes throughout the book 284 pages of illustrated text Self-Evaluation Tests and Review Questions Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Introduction to STAAD.Pro CONNECT Edition Chapter 2: Structural Modeling in STAAD.Pro Chapter 3: Structural Modeling Using Tools Chapter 4: Defining Material Constants and Section Properties Chapter 5: Specifications and Supports Chapter 6: Loads Chapter 7: Performing Analysis, Viewing Results, and Preparing Report Chapter 8: Physical Modeling Index

Exploring AutoCAD Civil 3D 2020 book introduces the users to the powerful Building Information Modeling (BIM) solution, AutoCAD Civil 3D. The book helps you learn, create and visualize a coordinated data model that can be used to design and analyze a civil engineering project for its optimum and cost-effective performance. This book has been written considering the needs of the professionals such as engineers, surveyors, watershed and storm water analysts, land developers, and CAD technicians, who wish to learn and explore the usage and abilities of AutoCAD Civil 3D in their respective domains. This book provides comprehensive text and graphical representation to explain concepts and procedures required in designing solutions for various infrastructure works. The tutorials and exercises, which relate to real-world projects, help you better understand the tools in AutoCAD Civil 3D. Salient Features Chapters arranged in pedagogical sequence Comprehensive coverage of concepts and tools covering the scope of the software Real-world engineering projects used in tutorials and exercises Step-by-step examples to guide the users through the learning process Additional information provided throughout the book in the form of tips and notes Self-Evaluation test, Review Questions, and Exercises at the end of each chapter so that the users can assess their knowledge. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to AutoCAD Civil 3D 2020 Chapter 2: Working with Points Chapter 3: Working with Surfaces Chapter 4: Surface Volumes and Analysis Chapter 5: Alignments Chapter 6: Working with Profiles Chapter 7: Working with Assemblies and Subassemblies Chapter 8: Working with Corridors and Parcels Chapter 9: Sample Lines, Sections, and Quantity Takeoffs Chapter 10: Feature Lines and Grading Chapter 11: Pipe Networks Chapter 12: Pressure Networks Chapter 13: Working with Plan Production Tools, and Data Shortcuts Index

Autodesk Inventor Professional 2019 for Designers is a comprehensive book that introduces the users to Autodesk Inventor 2019, a feature-based 3D parametric solid modeling software. All environments of this solid modeling software are covered in this book with thorough explanation of commands, options, and their applications to create real-world products. The mechanical engineering industry examples that are used as tutorials and the related additional exercises at the end of each chapter help the users to understand the design techniques used in the industry to design a product. Additionally, the author emphasizes on the solid modeling techniques that will improve the productivity and efficiency of the users. After reading this book, the users will be able to create solid parts, sheet metal parts, assemblies, weldments, drawing views with bill of materials, presentation views to animate the assemblies, and apply direct modeling techniques to facilitate rapid design prototyping. Salient Features: Detailed explanation of all concepts, techniques, commands, and tools of Autodesk Inventor Professional 2019 Tutorial approach to explain the concepts Step-by-step instructions and real-world mechanical engineering designs as tutorials and projects Additional information in the form of notes and tips Self-Evaluation Test, Review Questions, and Exercises at the end of each chapter for the users can assess their knowledge. Technical support by contacting '[email protected]' Additional learning resources at 'allaboutcadcam.blogspot.com'. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Drawing Sketches for Solid Models Chapter 3: Adding Constraints and Dimensions to Sketches Chapter 4: Editing, Extruding, and Revolving the Sketches Chapter 5: Other Sketching and Modeling Options Chapter 6: Advanced Modeling Tools-I Chapter 7: Editing Features and Adding Automatic Dimensions to Sketches Chapter 8: Advanced Modeling Tools-II Chapter 9: Assembly Modeling-I Chapter 10: Assembly Modeling-II Chapter 11: Working with Drawing Views-I Chapter 12: Working with Drawing Views-II Chapter 13: Presentation Module Chapter 14: Working with Sheet Metal Components Chapter 15: Introduction to Stress Analysis Chapter 16: Introduction to Weldments * Chapter 17: Miscellaneous Tools * Chapter 18: Working with Special Design Tools * Chapter 19: Introduction to Plastic Mold Design * Index *(Free download from CADCIM Website) Free Teaching and Learning Resources Part files used in tutorials, exercises*, and illustrations Instructor Guide with solution to all review questions and exercises* (* For faculty only)

SOLIDWORKS 2018: A Tutorial Approach introduces readers to SOLIDWORKS 2018 software, one of the world's leading parametric solid modeling packages. In this book, the author has adopted a tutorial-based approach to explain the fundamental concepts of SOLIDWORKS. This book has been written with the tutorial point of view and the learn-by-doing theme to help the users easily understand the concepts covered in it. The book consists of 12 chapters that are structured in a pedagogical sequence that makes the book very effective in learning the features and capabilities of the software. The book covers a wide range of topics such as Sketching, Part Modeling, Assembly Modeling, Drafting in SOLIDWORKS 2018. In addition, this book covers the basics of Mold Design, FEA, and SOLIDWORKS Simulation. Salient Features: Consists of 12 chapters that are organized in a pedagogical sequence. Tutorial approach to explain various concepts of SOLIDWORKS 2018. First page of every chapter summarizes the topics that are covered in it. Step-by-step instructions that guide the users through the learning process. Several real-world mechanical engineering designs as tutorials and projects. Additional information throughout the book in the form of notes and tips. Self-Evaluation Tests and Review Questions at the end of the chapters for the users to assess their knowledge. Technical support by contacting '[email protected]'. Additional learning resources at http://allaboutcadcam.blogspot.com. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to SOLIDWORKS 2018 Chapter 2: Drawing Sketches for Solid Models Chapter 3: Editing and Modifying Sketches Chapter 4: Adding Relations and Dimensions to Sketches Chapter 5: Advanced Dimensioning Techniques and Base Feature Options Chapter 6: Creating Reference Geometries Chapter 7: Advanced Modeling Tools-I Chapter 8: Advanced Modeling Tools-II Chapter 9: Assembly Modeling Chapter 10: Working with Drawing Views Chapter 11: Introduction to FEA and SOLIDWORKS Simulation Chapter 12: Introduction to Mold Design Student Project Index

Exploring Autodesk Revit 2018 for MEP book covers the detailed description of all basic and advanced workflows and tools to accomplish an MEPF (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Fighting) project in a BIM environment. The book explores the processes involved in Building Information Modeling. The topics covered in this book range from creating building components, HVAC system, electrical system, plumbing system, and Fire protection system to designing conceptual massing, performing HVAC heating and loading analysis, and creating rich construction documentation. In this book, special emphasis has been laid on the concepts of space modeling and tools to create systems for all disciplines (MEP). Each concept in this book is explained using the detailed description and relevant graphical examples and illustrations. The accompanying tutorials and exercises, which relate to the real world projects, help you understand the usage and abilities of the tools available in Autodesk Revit 2018. In addition, the chapters in this book are punctuated with tips and notes to make the concepts clear, thereby enabling the readers to create their own innovative projects. Salient Features Covers advanced functions such as worksharing, families, and system creations. Covers topics such as how to create a building envelope, spaces and zones, HVAC system, electrical system, fire fighting system, and plumbing system. Provides step-by-step explanation that guides the users through the learning process. Effectively communicates the utility of Revit 2018 for MEP. Self-Evaluation Test and Review Questions at the end of chapters for reviewing the concepts learned in the chapters. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to Autodesk Revit 2018 for MEP Chapter 2: Getting Started with an MEP Project Chapter 3: Creating Building Envelopes Chapter 4: Creating Spaces and Zones, and Performing Load Analysis Chapter 5: Creating an HVAC System Chapter 6: Creating an Electrical System Chapter 7: Creating Plumbing Systems Chapter 8: Creating Fire Protection System Chapter 9: Creating Construction Documents Chapter 10: Creating Families and Worksharing Index

Exploring Autodesk Revit 2018 for Structure is a comprehensive book that has been written to cater to the needs of the students and the professionals who are involved in the AEC profession. This book enables the users to harness the power of BIM with Autodesk Revit 2018 for Structure for their specific use. In this book, the author emphasizes on physical modeling, analytical modeling, rebar modeling, and quantity scheduling. Also, Revit 2018 for Structure book covers the description of various stages involved in analyzing the model in Robot Structural Analysis software. This book is specially meant for professionals and students in structural engineering, civil engineering, and allied fields in the building industry. In this book, along with the main text, the chapters have been punctuated with tips and notes to give additional information on the concept, thereby enabling you to create your own innovative project. Salient Features Detailed explanation of structural tools of Autodesk Revit Real-world structural projects given as tutorials Tips and Notes throughout the book 546 pages of heavily illustrated text Self-Evaluation Tests, Review Questions, and Exercises at the end of each chapter Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to Autodesk Revit 2018 for Structure Chapter 2: Getting Started with a Structural Project Chapter 3: Setting up a Structural Project Chapter 4: Structural Columns and Walls Chapter 5: Foundations, Beams, Floors, and Open Web Joists Chapter 6: Editing Tools Chapter 7: Documenting Models and Creating Families Chapter 8: Standard Views, Details, and Schedules Chapter 9: 3D Views, Sheets, Analysis, Reinforcements Chapter 10: Linking Revit Model with Robot Structural Analysis Student Project Index

Exploring AutoCAD Civil 3D 2018 book introduces the users to the powerful Building Information Modeling (BIM) solution, AutoCAD Civil 3D. The BIM solution in AutoCAD Civil 3D helps create and visualize a coordinated data model. This data model can then be used to design and analyze a civil engineering project for its optimum and cost-effective performance. This book has been written considering the needs of the professionals such as engineers, surveyors, watershed and storm water analysts, land developers and CAD technicians, who wish to learn and explore the usage and abilities of AutoCAD Civil 3D in their respective domains. This book provides comprehensive text and graphics to explain various concepts and procedures required in designing solutions for various infrastructure works. The accompanying tutorials and exercises, which relate to the real-world projects, help you better understand the tools in AutoCAD Civil 3D. This book consists of 13 Chapters covering Points Creations, Surface Creations, Surface Analysis, Corridor Modeling, Pipe Networks, Pressure Networks, Parcels, Corridor Bowties and Dynamic Profiles and so on. Each chapter begins with a command section that provides a detailed explanation of the commands and tools in AutoCAD Civil 3D. The chapters in this book cover the basic as well as advanced concepts in AutoCAD Civil 3D such as COGO points, surfaces and surface analysis, alignments, profiles, sections, grading, assemblies, corridor modeling, earthwork calculations, and pipe and pressure networks. This edition covers the description of all enhancements and newly introduced tools. Salient Features: Consists of 13 chapters that are arranged in pedagogical sequence covering the scope of the software Consists of 806 pages, more than 765 illustrations, and a comprehensive coverage of concepts and tools Consists of 38 tutorials and about 20 exercises which provide real-world experience of designing engineering projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D Step-by-step examples to guide the users through the learning process Additional information provided throughout the book in the form of tips and notes Self-Evaluation test, Review Questions, and Exercises are given at the end of each chapter so that the users can assess their knowledge Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to AutoCAD Civil 3D 2018 Chapter 2: Working with Points Chapter 3: Working with Surfaces Chapter 4: Surface Volumes and Analysis Chapter 5: Alignments Chapter 6: Working with Profiles Chapter 7: Working with Assemblies and Subassemblies Chapter 8: Working with Corridors and Parcels Chapter 9: Sample Lines, Sections, and Quantity Takeoffs Chapter 10: Feature Lines and Grading Chapter 11: Pipe Networks Chapter 12: Pressure Networks Chapter 13: Working with Plan Production Tools, and Data Shortcuts Index

Exploring Autodesk Navisworks 2019 is a comprehensive book that has been written to cater to the needs of the students and the professionals who are involved in the AEC profession. In Navisworks 2019 book, the author has emphasized on various hands on tools for real-time navigation, reviewing models, creating 4D and 5D simulation, quantifying various elements, performing clash detection, rendering, creating animation, and advanced tools for selection through tutorials and exercises. In this book, along with the main text, the chapters have been punctuated with tips and notes to give additional information on the concept, thereby enabling you to create your own innovative projects. Additionally, this book contains case studies of two real world BIM projects undertaken by The BIM Engineers. Salient Features: 404 pages of heavily illustrated text. Covers detailed description of the tools of Navisworks 2019. Explains the concepts using real-world projects and examples focusing on industry experience. Covers advanced functions such as creating visualizations with Autodesk Rendering. Includes an exercise on creating car animation using Animator and Scripter tool. Includes two case studies from projects of The BIM Engineers. Provides step-by-step explanation that guides the users through the learning process. Effectively communicates the utility of Navisworks 2019. Self-Evaluation Test and Review Questions at the end of chapters for reviewing the concepts learned in the chapters. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to Autodesk Navisworks 2019 Chapter 2: Exploring the Navigation Tools in Navisworks Chapter 3: Selecting, Controlling, and Reviewing Objects Chapter 4: Viewpoints, Sections, and Animations Chapter 5: TimeLiner Chapter 6: Working with Animator and Scripter Chapter 7: Quantification Chapter 8: Clash Detection Chapter 9: Autodesk Rendering in Navisworks Case Studies Index

Exploring Oracle Primavera P6 Professional 18 book explains the concepts and principles of project management through practical examples, tutorials, and exercises. This enables the users to harness the power of managing projects with Oracle Primavera P6 for their specific use. In this book, the author emphasizes on planning, managing and controlling the projects, assigning resources and roles to a project, and producing schedule and resources reports and graphics. This book is specially meant for professionals and students in engineering, project management and allied fields in the building industry. Salient Features: Detailed explanation of Oracle Primavera concepts. Real-world projects given as tutorials. Tips and Notes throughout the book. 264 pages of illustrated text. Self-Evaluation Tests, Review Questions, and Exercises at the end of the chapters Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Getting Started with Primavera P6 Professional 18 Chapter 2: Creating Projects Chapter 3: Defining Calendars and Work Breakdown Structure Chapter 4: Working with Activities and Establishing Relationships Chapter 5: Defining Resources and Roles Chapter 6: Risks and Issues, and Setting Baselines Chapter 7: Project Expenses and Tracking Progress of Project Chapter 8: Printing Layouts and Reports Index