Computer - Aided Mechanical Design

Computer-aided mechanical design tools are widely used in different stages of a mechanical product development process. A mechanical product development process can be simplified as the: 1. conceptual design, 2. detailed design, 3. experimentation and prototype, 4. manufacturing planning, and 5. product manufacturing. To carry out this process, we are using computer- aided tools in the different development stages. For example, we are using finite-element programs, solid modeling software packages, computer-aided drafting/ documentation systems, NC machining simulation programs, etc.