The CATIA V5-6R2018: Advanced Surface Design learning guide expands on the knowledge learned in the CATIA V5-6R2018: Introduction to Surface Design learning guide by covering advanced curve and surface topics found in the Generative Shape Design Workbench. Topics include: advanced curve construction, advanced swept, blend and offset surface construction, complex fillet creation, and the use of laws. Curve and surface analysis are introduced to validate the student's geometry. Tools and methods for rebuilding geometry are also discussed. As with the CATIA V5-6R2018: Introduction to Surface Design learning guide, meeting model specifications (such as continuity settings) remains forefront in introducing tools and methodologies.

Topics Covered

• Surface Design Overview
• Advanced Wireframe Elements
• Curve Analysis and Repair
• Swept Surfaces
• Blend Surfaces
• Adaptive Sweep
• Laws
• Advanced Surface Fillets
• Alternative Filleting Methods
• Duplication Tools
• Knowledge Templates
• Surface Analysis and Repair
• Offset Surfaces
• Project Exercises

Prerequisites

• Access to the V5-6R2018 version of the software, to ensure compatibility with this guide. Future software updates that are released by Dassault Syst mes may include changes that are not reflected in this guide. The practices and files included with this guide might not be compatible with prior versions (i.e., V5-6R2017).
• Completion of the CATIA V5-6R2018: Introduction to Surface Design course is recommended.