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TRIPODAL BALL BEARING || FRICTION REDUCTION || 3D MODELING || NX SIEMENS

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In this video, we demonstrate the complete 3D modeling process of a Tripodial Ball Bearing, a crucial component used in automotive drive shafts and CV joints. Using Siemens NX (Unigraphics) CAD software, we take you step-by-step through the precision modeling of this complex part, focusing on design accuracy, realistic geometry, and CAD best practices. What You’ll Learn in This Video: Introduction to Tripodial Ball Bearing and its automotive application Sketching and parametric design techniques in Siemens NX 3D feature creation including extrude, revolve, and boolean operations Assembly design considerations for bearing movement and fit Visualization and rendering tips for presenting your final model Whether you’re a mechanical design engineer, automotive enthusiast, or CAD student, this tutorial will help you understand not just how to model, but also why certain design decisions matter in real-world engineering. ⚙️ Software Used: Siemens NX - A powerful and versatile CAD/CAM/CAE software for 3D modeling and engineering design.
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