Use of AutoCAD

In simple words, AutoCAD is a commercial software application used to draft 2 dimensional and 3-dimensional models with the aid of a computer.

Although this description provides an all-encompassing explanation of what AutoCAD is used for, it does not break down its uses into the specialized units the software is known for. Therefore, I shall outline 5 practical ways in which the CAD software can be made used of.

What does AutoCAD stand for?

AutoCAD stands for Automatic Computer Aided Design.

As an architectural planning tool

AutoCAD provides its users with an intuitive user-interface that comes with built-in design lay-outs. These lay-outs include numerous templates that were specifically designed for architectural planning and building construction. 

So with an adequate knowledge of AutoCAD, anyone can take on projects that consist of designing architectural plans for construction purposes or building structures to be replicated in real-time.

As an Engineering Drafting Tool

The drawing of engineering components, infrastructure designs and analyzing HVAC systems plays a major role in most engineering –Civil, Mechanical, Systems and Electrical engineering fields. And to do this while minimizing human errors, the use of a computer aided design application is recommended.
AutoCAD is one of the recommended design software applications because it provides professionals in these niches with unique drafting tools that can be used to bring their engineering ideas to life with the accuracy they require.
So in this stead, AutoCAD serves as software for designing mechanical components, analyzing electrical and piping systems and solving design issues that may arise.

As a Graphic Design Tool

Although there are arguable more advanced graphic design tools in the computer aided design community, AutoCAD’s innate features that enable its users plan out architectural spaces, map them out and take advantage of the available space makes it a formidable design tool that can be used simultaneously with 3D Max, Maya and other design/animation tools when the need arises.

In 3D Printing

To create a 3D printed  object, an individual must go through these three processes; choose the object, get a virtual 3D representation of the chosen object, and then feed the 3D printer this prototype to carry out the 3D printing process. 

It is clear to see—from the 3D printing process—that a model design tool or software definitely has a part to play and this is where AutoCAD comes in. With AutoCAD, 3D printing enthusiasts can create be-spoke 3D models on its workspace for use in the 3D printing process.

In the Fashion Industry

It is important to understand that the design pattern of every diamond, shining stone or jewelry you have had the pleasure of either wearing or viewing did not come by chance but from careful design considerations and plans. 

AutoCAD is a design software that comes with required tools needed to draft and design virtually anything of your choice, and the design of certain fashion items is no exception.

This CAD software and intuitive interface, un-complicates the complications that comes with designing intricate shapes consisting of octagons, tetrahedrons and many more shapes you or I may have no knowledge of.

As an Industrial Design Tool

The goal of every manufacturing and industrial organization is to make enough money to cover the cost accrued in producing any product and AutoCAD helps reduce that cost in many ways. With the use of its CAD interface, industrialists can design working prototypes of virtually any object as well as test its functionality during the design process.

AutoCAD provides the tools to both design the initial prototype as well as tweak its ergonomics before the need to sink money into the actually production comes up.

Subsequently, designers can also use the virtual prototype for presentations when advertising or seeking for funds.

AutoCAD History

AutoCAD is a commercial computer-aided design (CAD) and drafting software application.

Developed and marketed by Autodesk.

AutoCAD was first released in December 1982 as a desktop app running on microcomputers with internal graphics controllers.

AutoCAD was derived from a program begun in 1977 and released in 1979 called Interact CAD.

The first version by Autodesk was demonstrated at the 1982 Comdex and released that December.

Autodesk's flagship product, by March 1986 AutoCAD had become the most ubiquitous CAD program worldwide.

Autocad has first version name        -AutoCAD Version 1.0/1.2/1.4/2.0/2.1/2.5/2.6
than Autocad release new version   -AutoCAD Release 9/10/11/12/13/14 in 1997
after this all

AutoCAD 2000 updated in March 1999
AutoCAD 2000i updated in july 2000

than after 2002, 2004, 2006, 2007 and now we are using 2018

                                           

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