This Unigraphics book covers advanced topics in modeling and assemblies, and special techniques required to render geometry from various industries. The book specifically focuses on complex surfacing techniques, sheet metal parts, advanced assemblies and advanced techniques to design consumer products and injection molded parts.

Content for this Advanced NX2 book is based on requests we received from numerous readers of our popular basic books, Practical Unigraphics NX and NX2 Modeling for Engineers. Like our training classes, this book is project-oriented. The exercises provided in this UG book are classroom tested, and are guaranteed to give you the knowledge you need to learn advanced NX2 techniques.

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ABOUT THE AUTHORS

Stephen Samuel, Founder and President of DV, has over 22 years of experience in developing and using high-end CAD tools and mentoring its users. During a ten-year career at Pratt & Whitney Aircraft, he implemented advanced CAD/CAM technology in a design and manufacturing environment. He has trained thousands of engineers in Unigraphics, written self-paced courses in UG Advanced Modeling and Best Practices, and performed design work for numerous Fortune 500 companies.

Anuranjini Pragada, Industrial Design Lead at DV, has over 10 years' experience in the design field. She has been a major contributor to a vast array of products from automotive to medical to consumer electronics. She is an experienced user of Unigraphics NX as well as other CAD software, including Pro/E and SolidWorks. She specializes in creative uses of computer aided design and modeling.

Gautam Baksi is a man of many roles. With a Master’s degree in engineering and years of experience working for companies such as Applied Materials and Ford Motor Company, he has achieved a solid engineering background with an intimate knowledge of UGS NX. Coupled with his writing ability and experience in journalism, Gautam has been a major asset to our book.