FreeCAD Beginner’s Starter Kit – Chapter 3: Quickstarting FreeCAD with your first 3D CAD Part

Jumpstart your first 3D CAD project with the open-source 3D CAD software FreeCAD and this illustrated step-by-step guide.

Description
In this chapter you will design a toy brick by following simple steps. This provides a quick introduction to the FreeCAD Part Design and Sketcher workbenches, which are at the core of creating 3D CAD models of products. After creating the 3D CAD model of the toy brick you will export it in different file formats for 3D printing and for the use in CAE simulations software.
Engineers can benefit from FreeCAD by utilizing its powerful modeling capabilities, extensive library of plugins, and ability to create detailed technical drawings, simulations, and analyses, all without incurring software licensing costs.

Who this book is for
Aspiring engineers and designers who would like to enter the world of FreeCAD and start creating their own gadgets using modern 3D design tools. This book neither requires a background in 3D design nor a degree in engineering or design, as it teaches basic concepts of creating 3D CAD models. However, basic knowledge on how to use a computer is required.

Table of contents

1. Creating a toy brick as your first 3D CAD Part
2. Bringing your toy brick into the real world
3. Highlighting FreeCADs possibilities and its usage in the industry

This chapter is part of the FreeCAD Beginner’s Starter Kit.