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What Is Drone CAD Design?

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Drone CAD design involves using computer-aided design (CAD) software to create  drone frames and components. Hobbyists use drone CAD software to quickly create accurate designs for 3D printing, manufacturing or casting. Drone CAD design software lets you bring nearly any drone to life.

Benefits of Drone CAD Modeling Software

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Drone CAD modeling software can help you design and easily 3D print your components right from home. With CAD for drones, you can:

  • Test your ideas: Drone design often requires multiple iterations to figure out movement and aerodynamics. Personal-use CAD software  enables easy modifications and quick experimentation.
  • Improve design accuracy: Building a drone requires precise measurements and intricate details. Drone CAD software ensures specifications are met before you even start building.
  • Have more fun: Want to share drone CAD file downloads and collaborate with other enthusiasts? SOLIDWORKS® for Makers has a large community to help you perfect your designs.

Pick the Makers package that's right for you:

SOLIDWORKS xDesign for Makers

 

Next-generation of browser-based 3D CAD Apps

 

Features include:

  • Cloud 3D CAD: Browser-based
  • Cloud Storage
  • Cloud Rendering and Interactive 3D Presentations
  • Simulation: Motion Studies
  • Access to Learning Content and Maker Communities

Devices Supported:

  • Chromebooks, MACs, Tablets, Windows PC
  • No installation required

3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS for Makers

 

Proven and powerful SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD

 

Features include:

  • 3D CAD: Locally Installed
  • Local & Cloud Storage
  • Photorealistic Rendering
  • 2.5 & 3-Axis CAM
  • Access to Learning Content and Maker Communities

Devices Supported:

  • Windows PC 
  • Installation required

Need a detailed comparison between these packages?

 

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Parts & Assemblies
 
 
Drawings
 
 
Freeform Designs
 
 
Sheetmetal
 
 
Structural & Framing
 
 
Mold Design
 
 
Motion Studies
 
 
CAM (NC Programming)
 
 
Rendering
 
 
Interactive 3D Presentations
 
 
No Installation Required
 
PC Installation
Learning Content
 
 
Online Communities
 
 

 

 

Best Features for Drone CAD Software

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Parametric Design

Cut down your design time by automatically adjusting related parts when you make a change.

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Surface Modeling

Perform complex surfacing with extrude, trim and offset functions, then generate your solid model.

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Fillet Tool

Improve your drone’s durability by rounding out sharp corners and edges that could break in a crash.

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Blocks

Import legacy drone CAD blocks from other programs or create new ones for components you frequently use.

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File Compatibility

Export your design files in DXF, STP, IGES, STL for 3D printing or CNC machining.

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Geometric Analysis

Identify geometric features that may fail to mesh or cause problems during printing or machining.

 

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