Does the Use of 3D Modelling Really Cost More in Mechanical Design?
In the early stages of a new design project, you need to decide whether to use traditional 2D drafting or 3D modelling to capture your design. It is a common misconception that 3D modelling is more expensive, and is therefore overlooked in many cases. There will always be cases where a quick 2D sketch will be quicker and therefore cheaper to produce, but these instances will be offset considerably by the benefits gained from using 3D modelling for all of your engineering. In this article, I will highlight some of the main benefits of using 3D modelling and how they can ultimately affect your bottom line. Multiple Formats Most of the 3D packages available today allow you to save details in both drawing and model formats. This means that if you have an existing drawing system that is based around Autodesk AutoCAD drawings for example, you can design using Autodesk Inventor, and create AutoCAD versions for the system. There are free viewers from all of the larger 3D modelling companies al
