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Introduction to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

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Learn the basics of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), the system used to communicate tolerances in product design and manufacturing.

Syllabus

Introduction

Faster, cheaper, better parts
What you should know

1. From Digital to Physical

CAD design as a platonic ideal
Realities of manufacturing
Where dimensioning goes wrong

2. Introduction to GD&T

Introducing GD&T
Basic GD&T rules
Basic GD&T terms
Basic GD&T symbol categories
Basic GD&T symbols: Form
Basic GD&T symbols: Profile
Basic GD&T symbols: Orientation
Basic GD&T symbols: Location
Basic GD&T symbols: Run-out

3. GD&T from the Engineering Perspective

GD&T tools in CAD
GD&T in Fusion 360 drawings
GD&T in SOLIDWORKS drawings
GD&T in SOLIDWORKS 3D model
Manufacturing design rules
Other verbal and written communication

4. GD&T from the Machinist Perspective

Intro to GD&T for machine shops
Interpreting GD&T in CAD models
Understanding the tolerance limits of your shop
Communicating your tolerance capabilities to potential customers
CAM vs. Reality
CNC limitations
Verification and validation of final part specs

Conclusion

Next steps

Taught by

Kipp Bradford

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