Author: Duane Hess As someone who is a trained and degreed draftsperson, it’s ironic that I advocate against drawings. Drawings are representations of 3D objects The very first thing to keep in mind is that a drawing is a 2D representation of a 3D object. It takes training and a certain cognitive ability to translate […]
A case study on how Model-Based Definition (MBD) was the missing link to maximizing the ROI of a digital quality initiative.
Ever been involved in a Model-Based Definition (MBD) project? If so, you likely know how difficult it is to convince people they no longer need their drawings. After all, drawings are ambiguous, and models are rich in data and navigable in 3-Dimensional (3D) space. So, do a quick internet search for MBD. You will undoubtedly find online debates on the proper use of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), like Do we need […]