What is CAD?
Computer Aided Design (CAD) is the use of computers for designing models of physical products which means computers are used to aid in creating the design, modifying the design, and analyzing the designing activities. Computer Aided Design is also known as Computer Aided Drafting. The purpose of CAD is to make 2D technical drawings and 3D models. So in Simple, we can say CAD represents your part geometry to the computer. Computer Aided Design (CAD) software is mostly used by an engineer.
Examples of CAD software include AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, CATIA, Solid Works, etc.
Computer + Designed Software = CAD
Features of CAD Software
- 2D and 3D Modeling: CAD software allows designers to create both 2D and 3D models of their designs.
- Visualization: CAD software allows designers to view and analyze their designs from different angles and perspectives.
- Simulation: CAD software allows designers to simulate how their designs will perform in the real world and make changes accordingly.
- Collaboration: CAD software allows multiple users to work on the same design simultaneously and share their progress with each other.
Difference between CAD and CAM
The development of CAD-CAM technology took many individuals decades of work in the name of production automation. It is the goal of those who are using technology to create the future and increase output, including innovators, inventors, mathematicians, and machinists. Prototypes, final goods, and production runs of products are designed and produced using CAD/CAM software.