Fundamentals and Methodology of 3D Design with Autodesk Inventor. This standard work, now in its sixth edition, offers a comprehensive introduction to the CAD system Autodesk Inventor and is excellent for self-study or as supplementary reading for classes. Based on version 2019, this book introduces you to the fundamentals and methodology of 3D design. The authors guide you through the most important program functions and features and present the various Inventor workspaces. Through practical examples, you will learn all the essential design steps: - Creation of 2D and 3D sketches - Part and assembly modeling - Technical drawings (including views, dimensioning, and bill of materials generation) - Inspection and analysis tools (simulation) - Visualization/presentation (including animation) - Data exchange and automation techniques.