MY GOALS:
My portfolio's primary goal is to prove my abilities to stakeholders. The portfolio intends to give prospective clients, employers, or other interested parties a thorough picture of my skills and capabilities.My objective in creating this portfolio is to show that I am knowledgeable in the subject matter. I want to demonstrate my capacity to carry out duties associated with the selected job field.
I also wish to showcase my sharp project execution, analytical thinking, and creative abilities. My portfolio strives to show off my strong communication abilities. I wish to demonstrate my capacity for crystal-clear, intelligible communication. Through the pieces in this portfolio, I also hope to show off my writing and editing abilities.
My portfolio also tries to demonstrate my tenacity and commitment to personal development. I want to demonstrate that I consistently work to expand my knowledge and improve my abilities. My efforts to attend classes, take part in training, or work on related tasks in my area of specialisation will be demonstrated in the portfolio.The overall aims and objectives of this portfolio are to demonstrate my abilities, support them, and persuade stakeholders of the value I can add to the preferred career field.
MY HIGHLIGHT:
I would like to highlight a specific area in Fusion 360 CAD that I want to emphasize: Assembly
Separate components are put together to create a full device or system during the assembly process, which is a crucial step in design and production. we may create optimal and effective designs using Assembly's blend of engineering, geometry, and analysis.
A thorough knowledge of Assembly in Fusion 360 CAD comprises numerous crucial elements. First and foremost, it's important to choose the right assembling techniques and tactics. This includes the decision to use bolts, nails, or adhesives as connectors, as well as the decision to use machining, welding, or bonding as a process.
Furthermore, it is important to comprehend how components interact with one another in an assembly. we must comprehend the interactions between components, including kinematics, motion restrictions, and structural rigidity. Users may guarantee that the efficiency and precision of their assembly designs by precisely modelling these interactions in Fusion 360 CAD.Additionally, understanding of material choice and tolerances is crucial for assembly. The effectiveness of an assembly greatly depends on selecting the appropriate materials for the combined components and knowing what acceptable tolerances are. To make sure that their assembly designs fulfil the required specifications, users can undertake strength, stiffness, and geometric interaction analysis in Fusion 360 CAD.
Finally, it's critical to comprehend the procedures and equipment used for verifying assembly designs. Users may run simulations and examine motion, strength, and thermal changes in Fusion 360 CAD to make sure their assembly designs can endure a range of situations and loads.Users of Fusion 360 CAD may create better designs, decrease manufacturing errors, boost productivity, cut down on time and expenses, and more by comprehending and successfully utilising Assembly. Proper assembly can produce more dependable, robust goods that live up to end users' expectations.
PROJECT I: TOGGLE CLAMPS
I have selected the 'Toggle Clamps Assembly' project to demonstrate my proficiency in advanced CAD through the assembly process and creation of an animation or motion exploded view. The toggle clamps were created by someone else, but my goal was to assemble them quickly and demonstrate their usefulness using pictures.
In this project, I utilized advanced CAD software to accurately assemble the toggle clamps based on the provided design. I carefully examined each component to make sure everything functioned well and fit properly without any gaps. To create a working assembly, I was careful to pay attention to alignment, clearances, and the right placement of each item.
To enhance the visual representation and highlight the assembly process, I created an animation or motion exploded view. Using the CAD software's animation tools, I showcased the step-by-step assembly sequence or the disassembly process in a dynamic and engaging manner. I sought to illustrate an in-depth comprehension of the toggle clamps' functionality and their connection with other elements by including movement and emphasising particular portions or characteristics.
Throughout the project, I maintained a keen eye for detail, ensuring that the animation accurately represented the assembly process and provided a clear visual understanding of how the toggle clamps functioned. I used my creative skills to present the animation or motion explosion view in an appealing and educational manner.
By choosing to work on the "Toggle Clamps Assebly" project, I hoped to demonstrate both my ability to effectively put together intricate mechanical systems and my mastery of advanced CAD software. Although the design of the toggle clamps was given, I focused on the assembling procedure and on demonstrating their functionality using animation or motion exploded views. This project successfully showcases my sophisticated CAD abilities and my capacity to use existing designs to create visually appealing material.
PROJECT II: GHOST SCULPTING
Next, I have selected the "Ghost Sculpting" project to highlight my mastery of advanced CAD and my ability for artistically modifying digital objects. This project, which utilised CAD software to create a sculpture that resembled a ghost, demonstrated my capacity for problem-solving, meticulousness, and originality.
The project's objective was to create an ethereal sculpture that was visually appealing and appeared translucent or ghostly. I experimented with several design components and powerful CAD tools to modify digital models to get this appearance.
Achieving the desired ghostly appearance right was a significant problem for this project. I evaluated with a number of methods, including combining complex patterns, translucent materials, and delicate details into the design. To create the required ghostly image, I used my problem-solving skills to experiment with various shapes, material characteristics, and lighting effects in the CAD software.In order to improve the presentation as a whole, I also added visualisation techniques like lighting and rendering effects. This gave me the opportunity to mimic the sculpture's eerie qualities, displaying its ethereal nature, and capturing the desired environment.
Throughout the assignment, I successfully used a range of tools and strategies to show my command of sophisticated CAD. I used parametric modelling to produce adaptable designs that made changes and adjustments simple. In order to create slick and aesthetically pleasing forms that expressed the appropriate ghostly aspects, I also used surfacing techniques.The "Ghost Sculpting" project gave me the chance to show off my artistic abilities in addition to my technical ability. To bring the eerie notion to life, I looked at unusual shapes, complicated patterns, and avant-garde design components. I carefully examined proportions, visual impact, and aesthetics to produce a distinctive and alluring sculpture.
I wanted to show my mastery of sophisticated CAD, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and creative thinking, therefore I chose the "Ghost Sculpting" project. My ability to edit digital models to produce interesting, conceptually-driven designs is on display in this project. I'm certain that this project showcases my advanced CAD proficiency, aesthetic expression, and ability to push the boundaries of conventional design in an effective manner.
Exploded View
Motion Study
The commands are used :
Revolute Joint: The Revolute joint was used to define the rotational motion between the handle and the clamp arm. It represents the pivotal movement that allows the toggle clamp to open and close, providing the clamping action.
Ground Joint: The Ground joint was applied to the base plate component to fix it in place and establish a stable reference point for the assembly.
Rigid Joint: The Rigid joint was utilized to rigidly connect components, ensuring that they do not move or rotate relative to each other. It was applied to various parts of the assembly to maintain the desired fixed relationships.
LINK FOR MOTION STUDY
LINK FOR EXPLODED VIEW
3D Render
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, this portfolio demonstrates my mastery of advanced CAD through the use of two separate techniques: assembly and sculpting. The projects I've done so far demonstrate my problem-solving skills, meticulousness, and inventiveness in these areas.
The "Assemble Toggle Clamps" project allowed me to showcase my prowess in effectively putting together intricate mechanical systems. I demonstrated my great attention to detail and accuracy in achieving seamless functionality by carefully dissecting and putting the toggle clamps together. I was able to explain the construction procedure and the interactions between the components visually with the help of the supplemental animation or motion exploded view.
On the other hand, the "Ghost Sculpting" project gave me the chance to experiment with my artistic expression and inventiveness within the CAD environment. I manipulated computer models to produce sculptures that were philosophically compelling, artistically arresting, and ethereal in appearance. This project demonstrated my capacity for creative problem-solving, experimentation with unusual shapes and patterns, and effective use of CAD tools to produce eye-catching designs.These tasks also demonstrated my ability to solve issues as I ran into a variety of problems that were particular to each field. I managed design limitations, alignment concerns, and functional considerations in the assembly project to produce the best results. In the sculpting project, I struggled to carefully manipulate the geometry, material qualities, and visualisation approaches to achieve the required ghostly look.
