In this lesson, we're taking a brief look at different 2
design methodologies and components. 3
Both top down, bottom up, and hybrid 4
design methodology is possible with Autodesk Fusion. 5
Parts can be designed in context with other components 6
within the same file, with a top down methodology, 7
as opposed to a bottom up design approach, which typically 8
has a lot of files that you x-ref together into an assembly. 9
An x-ref is an external reference that you bring into your work file. 10
Key benefits with top down modeling, are the possibility to perform 11
rapid design iterations, and the possibility to build 12
new components in context with other parts of your design. 13
You work with internal components. 14
When you work with a top down design methodology. 15
key benefits with bottom up design methodology are the possibility to reuse 16
individual components 17
in different projects, and the possibility to manage each component separately, 18
which is helpful when you work on large and complex designs. 19
You work with external components. 20
When you work with a bottom up design methodology, 21
you can obviously work with hybrid scenarios 22
and combine both a top down and bottom up design methodology. 23
Understanding those different design 24
workflows is essential for your long term efficiency. 25
It's considered best practice to create a new component when you work with 26
Autodesk Fusion 27
A component is like a basket with information 28
you collect features, design edits, sketches, geometry, and more 29
that belong to the component within the same component. 30
With this method, you will thank yourself further down the road. 31
When you need to adjust or edit your design, you win 32
time. 33
We'll get back to components, assemblies, joints, bodies, etc. 34
throughout the course. 35
But now let's continue with the goal of building the big picture. 36
Thank you.