Design & estimation · Modular estimation prototype
Geometry-Based Machining Quote Prototype
A modular SolidWorks VBA prototype that derives geometry indicators and machining-time estimates from imported part geometry.
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ENGINEERING CONTRIBUTION
Created modular geometry, hole, pocket, estimate, assumptions, and report components.
Prerequisites
- Original VBA modules, assumptions INI and compatible SolidWorks geometry import/report environment.
Additional setup
- A source download is not published for this estimation prototype.
PROJECT WORKFLOW
How the workflow fits together.
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Geometry-to-estimate workflow
The workflow combines STEP import, geometry metrics, cylindrical-hole/pocket heuristics and separate machining, setup and inspection contributions, with CSV/TXT reporting.
Output & model changes
- Imports geometry and writes estimation reports. Heuristic recognition requires machinist/CAM review before quoting.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Explore the engineering approach.
A source download is not published for this project. Its case study explains the design approach and workflow.
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