Table Set, Part 1 (Feb 23)
Written by Ryan Olson   
Saturday, 09 February 2008

For this assignment, you will design and model a series of several individual SolidWorks part files: a table along with at least three objects that you might place on the table. You should use the Extrude, Revolve, and Sweep features as the basis for modeling these objects. Each object will be in its own part (.sldprt) file.

The table should be big enough to accommodate several objects (think in terms of a modest sized side table, or perhaps a small dining room table). The top can be rectangular, round, or any other shape. The table should have three or more legs to support it. Use the Mirror and/or Linear/Circular Pattern features to replicate the legs. There are a couple video tutorials that may help with this part of the assignment (1, 2).

Next, create three or more SolidWorks parts, each with a single item that you might put on the table. Some examples:

  • Plates, cups and saucers
  • Sake set
  • Candlestick + candle
  • Flower vase (flowers might be hard, but how about bamboo?)
  • Water jug
  • Wine bottles and glasses
  • Tea pot with cover, handle, and spout

Try not to get bogged down with details such as formed spout lips, which you may not necessarily know how to model yet. Sweeps, revolves, and extrudes should give you all the tools you need. Do remember to design each object at a reasonable scale (no 3-foot-wide saucers)!

When you're done, you should have four or more separate Part (.sldprt) files. In future lessons, we'll explore how to combine these objects together into a single Assembly.

Due: Feb 23

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