NX Basic Modeling Workflow

Sketch
- Fully define sketch
Extrude (or Revolve, Sweep)
Add Detail Features
Document with Drafting Application
- See: Master Model Concept
Use in Assemblies
Concurrent Design & PLM
- Design Tooling
- Program CNC Machines
- Create Derivative Designs

NX Master Model Concept

The Master Model concept is a fundamental approach in product design and development, often utilized in computer-aided design (CAD) systems like Siemens NX. It involves creating a single, central model that serves as the authoritative source for all related components and assemblies within a product. In the Master Model concept, the primary design and all...

NX Units – Important Note

Every NX file is defined as either an inch or millimeter file. Once the file has been created, it is not possible to change units from within NX. There is a command line program (ug_convert_part) for changing units, but it's use is not recommended except in extreme cases.

Design Intent

At its core, design intent encapsulates the fundamental goals and purposes of a design project. It encompasses the functional and aesthetic aspects that the final product must fulfill. Think of design intent as a schematic for a project's journey from concept to realization, providing a clear direction for every design decision. https://youtu.be/KK2QVOez49M?si=It3t7HvYZqQGpPUh Design intent goes...

Parametric Modeling

At its core, parametric modeling is a design approach that involves creating relationships between different elements of a model using parameters. These parameters can be numerical values, dimensions, constraints, or any other factors that define the geometry, behavior, and interactions of the model's components. By establishing these relationships, designers ensure that modifications to one aspect...