Camshaft: This model introduces some of the terminology and concepts of a camshaft. Cam Lift and Cam Lobe separation are discussed and shown in this model without being overwhelming with information overload. There are multiple examples of copying and moving solid bodies with a Combine features merging all the bodies back into a single body. There is an example of helical gears created with a swept cut. Also included in the model are circular patterns and a linear pattern. Download this file to learn more about camshafts.
Download: Camshaft
Complexity: Moderate
Features: Move and Copy Solid Bodies, Combine Features, Helical Gears, Swept Cut, Circular and linear Patterns
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