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Design

We need to design form factors that enable the input/output required for our prototypes

To design parts accurately to build needed form factors, we will learn to use CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software to create drawings and models (see our Build page for their use cases).

Onshape is a simple, browser-based CAD software that emulates more established tools, like SolidWorks, but does NOT need an app installation.

Though many tools offer great design capabilities, Onshape is easier to use for quick, team projects! With its multi-user collaboration and cloud-based system, Onshape is analogous to Google Docs as SolidWorks is to offline Microsoft Word.

Check out this video, from the Onshape YouTube channel, on how Occuity, a BME start-up, uses Onshape

If you do not have an Onshape account, please create a free Onshape Education account

Signup for Onshape for EducationOnshape Inc. develops the only product design platform that combines 3D CAD, PDM, collaboration and analytics tools in the cloud.

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Design Practice

After reviewing the material above, feel free to take this Intro to Design Quiz!

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