Book excerpt: Siemens NX 12.0 for Designers is a comprehensive book that introduces the users to feature based 3D parametric solid modeling using the NX 12.0 software. The book covers all major environments of NX with a thorough explanation of all tools, options, and their applications to create real-world products. In this book, about 39 mechanical engineering industry examples are used as tutorials and an additional 34 as exercises to ensure that the users can relate their knowledge and understand the design techniques used in the industry to design a product. After reading the book, the user will be able to create parts, assemblies, drawing views with bill of materials, and learn the editing techniques that are essential to make a successful design. Also, in this book, the author emphasizes on the solid modeling techniques that improve the productivity and efficiency of the user. Salient Features: Consists of 16 chapters that are organized in a pedagogical sequence. Comprehensive coverage of NX 12.0 concepts and techniques. Tutorial approach to explain the concepts of NX 12.0. Hundreds of illustrations for easy understanding of concepts. More than 39 real-world mechanical engineering designs as tutorials, 34 as exercises, and projects with step-by-step explanation. Additional information throughout the book in the form of notes and tips. Self-Evaluation Tests and Review Questions at the end of each chapter to help the users assess their knowledge. Technical support by contacting '[email protected]'. Additional learning resources at 'allaboutcadcam.blogspot.com'. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to NX 12.0 Chapter 2: Drawing Sketches for Solid Models Chapter 3: Adding Geometric and Dimensional Constraints to Sketches Chapter 4: Editing, Extruding, and Revolving Sketches Chapter 5: Working with Datum Planes, Coordinates Systems, and Datum Axes Chapter 6: Advanced Modeling Tools-I Chapter 7: Advanced Modeling Tools-II Chapter 8: Assembly Modeling-I Chapter 9: Assembly Modeling-II Chapter 10: Surface Modeling Chapter 11: Advanced Surface Modeling Chapter 12: Generating, Editing, and Dimensioning the Drawing Views Chapter 13: Synchronous Modeling Chapter 14: Sheet Metal Design Chapter 15: Introduction to Injection Mold Design (For Free Download) Chapter 16: Concepts of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (For Free Download) Index