## Step 1: Identify Parts to Fabricate vs. Purchase **Explanation:** - **Fabricated Parts:** These are unique parts that must be designed and custom-made for your enclosure. Typically, these include the six panels (top, bottom, front, back, left, right) that form the enclosure. At least one panel (the top) should be designed with a hinge to allow it to open. - **Purchased Parts:** These are standard, off-the-shelf components such as hinges and fasteners (screws), which can be sourced from suppliers like McMaster-Carr. You do **not** need to design these components from scratch—instead, use CAD files from suppliers or the SolidWorks Toolbox. *At the end of this step, you should have a list like:* - **Fabricated:** 6 enclosure panels (custom-sized for your design) - **Purchased:** Hinges, screws/fasteners --- ## Step 2: Model, Draw, and Assemble in SolidWorks **Explanation:** - **CAD Modeling & Drawings:** Use SolidWorks to create 3D models of each fabricated part. Make detailed, dimensioned drawings for each panel (using the course-provided drawing template). - **Assembly:** Combine the panels, hinges, and screws in a SolidWorks assembly. Import the CAD models for hinges and screws. - **Assembly Drawing:** Create an assembly drawing that includes a Bill of Materials (BOM) and balloons to identify each part. Do **not** include an exploded view. - **Hand Sketches:** Start with hand sketches to plan your design, showing all sides and the hinged top. - **Submission:** Combine all sketches, part drawings, and the assembly drawing into a single PDF for submission. --- ## **Final Answer** 1. **Identify fabricated parts (6 panels) and purchased parts (hinges, screws).** 2. **Model each part and the assembly in SolidWorks, create detailed drawings for each, include a BOM, and compile into a single PDF with your hand sketches for submission.** This process ensures you have a complete enclosure design ready for both manufacturing and assembly, clearly distinguishing between custom and purchased components.

# Answering the Design and Modeling Task ## Step 1: Identify Parts to Fabricate vs. Purchase **Explanation:** In the design of a six-sided enclosure with a hinged top, you must distinguish between parts to fabricate and those that can be purchased. ### Fabricated Parts - **Enclosure Panels:** Six panels (top, bottom, front, back, left, right) will need to be custom-fabricated. The top panel will include a hinge mechanism. ### Purchased Parts - **Hinges:** Standard hinges can be sourced from suppliers like McMaster-Carr. - **Fasteners:** Screws and other threaded fasteners are also available off-the-shelf. *Summary of Parts:* - **Fabricated:** 6 enclosure panels (custom-sized) - **Purchased:** Hinges, screws/fasteners --- ## Step 2: Model, Draw, and Assemble in SolidWorks **Explanation:** Once you have identified the parts, the next step is to create models and drawings using SolidWorks. ### CAD Modeling & Drawings - **Create 3D Models:** Use SolidWorks to model each of the six panels. - **Dimensioned Drawings:** Generate detailed drawings for each part using the provided course drawing template. ### Assembly - **Combine Parts:** Create an assembly in SolidWorks that includes all fabricated and purchased components. - **Bill of Materials (BOM):** Include a BOM in your assembly drawing to list all components. ### Hand Sketches - **Initial Design:** Start with hand sketches to outline your enclosure, highlighting dimensions and the hinged top. ### Submission - **Compile PDF:** Combine hand sketches, individual part drawings, and the assembly drawing into a single PDF for submission. --- ## **Final Answer** 1. **Identify fabricated parts (6 panels) and purchased parts (hinges, screws).** 2. **Model each part and the assembly in SolidWorks, create detailed drawings for each, include a BOM, and compile everything into a single PDF for submission.** This structured approach ensures clarity in your design and readiness for manufacturing and assembly.