On-Demand Resources and Services

MBD & Digital Thread Resource Hub for Manufacturers

Start Here: Understanding MBD & the Digital Thread

• MBD: Introduction & Possibilities
  Explore the fundamentals of Model-Based Definition and its manufacturing applications.

• Inside CCAT’s Digital Thread Lab
  See how CCAT brings digital manufacturing concepts into a practical training environment.

• A Manufacturer’s Perspective: BNL Industries
  Hear a manufacturer’s perspective on adopting digital tools and workflows.

Working with Models & Product Data

• MBD File Handling Tutorial
  Explore file handling considerations when working with model-based product information.

• NIST: PMI Validation & Conformance Testing
  Access technical background, test models, and resources for evaluating Product and Manufacturing Information (PMI). These historical test resources reference specific standards editions.

Digital Manufacturing & CNC Programming

• Benefits of MBD for CNC Programming
  Explore how model-based information can support CNC programming workflows.

• Creation of CNC Toolpaths in SolidWorks
  View a software-specific example of creating CNC toolpaths.

• Automated Production & Digital Manufacturing Workflows
  Browse CCAT’s video series featuring digital manufacturing workflows and implementation examples.

Digital Quality & Inspection

• MBD & Digital Thread Workflows: Driving ROI in Quality Assurance & Inspection
  Explore the value of model-based workflows for quality assurance and inspection.

• Automated First Article Inspection
  View an example of automation applied to first article inspection.

• Automated CMM Programming
  Explore automation in coordinate measuring machine programming.

• Inspection Programming in Geomagic
  View a software-specific inspection programming example.

Standards & Interoperability

• DMSC: What Is the Quality Information Framework?
  Learn about QIF and its role in connecting quality information across design, manufacturing, and inspection.

Plan Your Next Step

• CCAT Digital Manufacturing Playbook & Video Series
  Access the Automated Production Programming Workflows and Technical Learnings Playbook, along with supporting videos developed through CCAT’s partnership with NCMS.

• A Guide to Digital Transformation
  Explore guidance on MBD readiness, implementation planning, and workforce development for defense supply chain manufacturers. Access registration may be required.

• CCAT Training Opportunities
  Find hands-on training in digital thread, MBD, design, manufacturing, CNC operations, quality, and inspection.

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Software demonstrations illustrate particular tools and workflows. Features and interfaces may vary by software version.