2.  Design Statement  Design Sketches  5 Pictures  Rendered Image  DWF  Pack and Go.zip  http://www.liberty.k12.mo.us/hs/libertyrobotics/resources/cad/ http://www.liberty.k12.mo.us/hs/libertyrobotics/resources/cad/  CAD 2010-2011 Submission Documents

3.  Capitalize every word  Check capitalization on names (cRIO)  Check spelling  End all names with team number  Use underscores instead of spaces  cRIO_Chassis_1764.iam

4.  Aluminum Extrusion  Bolts  Include length  Aluminum_Extrusion_26in_1764.iam

5.  Lots and lots of sub assemblies  Each part should be an assembly  Systems should be an assembly  Parts of the system should be an assembly  Robot  Frame  Drive Train  Omni Wheel  Roller Axel

6.  Parallel sub assemblies  Keeps your files and folders organized  Exception:  Bolts, Nuts, and Screws  Aluminum Extrusion  Make 1 folder that contains all files of 1 type  Electronics  Link all assemblies back to this main folder

7.  CAD should be used to design specialty parts  Sheet Metal  Lexan

8.  Electrical Wiring  Pneumatics Tubing  Surgical Tubing  Useful for designing robot  Makes the CAD more professional

9.  Create a Backup Folder  Backup all of the CAD files every week during build season or after major changes  Date and keep backups for at least a few weeks  Creates a useful reference point  Helps provide damage control for accidents  File Deleting  Major File Errors/Failures

10.  You do not have to create every part form scratch  Virtual Kit of Parts for every year  Many companies have CAD drawings of their parts  Online Archives  AndyMark.biz  Team 1764’s CADalog (coming soon)  Check all downloaded parts  Personalize and improve all downloaded parts

11.  Every feature of Autodesk Inventor has a tutorial somewhere  Tutorials directly from Autodesk  Tutorials online  Great way to train new CAD members during off season  Great way to sharpen preexisting skills

12.  Q-Drive  CAD  Project  Make a folder with your name and team number to save your assemblies