Drawing your design
Even with the most sophisticated CAD programs, there is still an important place for freehand drawings in the design process. Michael makes the point that drawing design well takes practice, and is a valuable skill to for a mechanical designer to develop.
After watching this video, practice your drawing: start by producing a drawing of a simple household mechanical device (such as a can opener) and then try to work up to more challenging designs!
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