Doweling Jig by Nate Strehler

This doweling jig was reverse engineered in 2010 for a class assignment. In this process, students use micrometers, vernier calipers, and a variety of other measuring tools to get dimensions from an actual part, then create drawings or 3D models. It is a complicated and technical challenge promoting hands-on, minds-on effort. Good work Nate!

Drawer Handle by Jerry Schaffer

This drawer handle was the solution to a design problem in 2008. Good work Jerry!

3D Tool Post Assemblies by Matt Kertai

These 3D assembly and 3D exploded assembly models were created for an assignment in 2011. Good work Matt!

Machine Vise 3D Model by Justin Corl

These 3D assembly and 3D exploded assembly models were created for an assignment in 2011. Good work Justin!

3D Hearts by Deborah Neubaur

This 3D model was created just for fun when Deborah was here as an exchange student from Germany. Good work Deborah!

3D Small Engine Carburetor by Axel Keck

This carb was reverse engineered in 2004 as part of the engine project posted below. Good work Axel!

3D Engine Assembly, 2004

For this project, students were each given different parts to reverse engineer. They took precise measurements with micrometers, vernier calipers, thread pitch gages, depth gages, fillet/radius gages, and a variety of other measuring tools, then created 3D models with AutoCAD. It was a complicated and technical challenge, and the kids handled it very well. Many more parts were modeled, including all of the fasteners, but bringing all of them into this file exceeds the limits of our computers.

The reverse engineering of actual parts is a challenging hands-on/minds-on experience and students get a lot of development out of it. Good work CAD class of 2004! Shown below are 3D exploded assembly views.

Brick Veneer and Sill Construction Detail by Nate Strehler

This 3D construction model was created in 2010. It shows floor joists, subfloor, floor joist header, rough sill, anchor bolts, drywall, wall sheathing, brick veneer, mortar joints, wall ties, wall studs, sole plate, and a block foundation. Good work Nate!

Engine Housing by Stephen Arndt

This engine housing from a string trimmer was reversed engineered in 2010. In this process, students use micrometers, vernier calipers, and a variety of other measuring tools to measure an actual part, then create drawings or 3D models. It is an excellent hands-on, minds-on experience. Good work, Stephen!

Leveling Wedge by Chris Bowen

This 3D assembly was created in 2002. Of course the military color scheme should be no surprise! Good work Chris!

Small Vise by Marcus Dillon

This 3D assembly was created in 2002. It was a complicated and technical challenge. Good work, Marshal Dillon!

Offset Bearing by Deborah Neubaur

This 3D model was created for extra credit in 2009 when Deborah was here as an exchange student from Germany. Good work Deborah!

Belt Tightener by Matt Kertai

This was created for assignment in 2011. Similar to an idler pulley, it's a belt tightener for vintage, flat-belt driven machinery. The first drawing is a 3D assembly model; the second is a 3D exploded assembly. Good work Matt!

Truck Wheel by Deborah Neubaur

Deborah created this 3D assembly in 2009 when she was an exchange student from Germany. Good work Deborah!

Trumpet 3D Model by Justin Bogart

This model was created in 2008 for fun or extra credit. Good Work Justin!

Gable Roof Framing 3D by Joe Harrison

This 3D assembly was created in 2007 for extra credit. Advancing technology made the fly around movie possible a few years later. Good work Joe!

Jungle Gym Design by Matt Cunningham

This playground 3D model was created in Design Processes class. Each student was given a design brief with requirements and limitations, then given the freedom to be creative. Good work Matt!

Picnic Table 3D Model by Jason Ringer

Jason reverse engineered this picnic table in 2010. He produced a set of multiview drawings with dimensions, then created this 3D assembly. Good work Jason!