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+# Solid Edge backup / auto-save files
+*.par.bak
+*.psm.bak
+*.asm.bak
+*.dft.bak
+*.par.lock
+*.psm.lock
+*.asm.lock
+*.dft.lock
+
+# Solid Edge local settings / password files
+*.pwd
+*.cfg
+
+# Windows system files
+Thumbs.db
+Desktop.ini
+
+# macOS system files
+.DS_Store
+.AppleDouble
+.LSOverride
+
+# Temporary files
+*.tmp
+*~
diff --git a/01-Basic-Shapes/README.md b/01-Basic-Shapes/README.md
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+# 01 – Basic Shapes (Exercises 001–040)
+
+This folder contains Solid Edge part files (`.par`) for the first 40 exercises, covering fundamental 3D solid primitives and simple feature-based modeling.
+
+## Topics Covered
+
+- **Extrude** (protrusion and cutout)
+- **Revolve** (full and partial)
+- **Fillet** and **Chamfer** edges
+- **Draft** angles
+- **Shell** (thin-wall)
+- **Hole** wizard (through, blind, counterbore, countersink)
+- **Rib** and **Boss** features
+- **Rectangular and circular patterns**
+
+## Exercises
+
+| File | Exercise | Description |
+|------|----------|-------------|
+| `Exercise_001.par` | Rectangular Block | Simple extruded block with given dimensions |
+| `Exercise_002.par` | Stepped Block | Two-step block using multiple extrusions |
+| `Exercise_003.par` | Cylinder | Full revolved protrusion |
+| `Exercise_004.par` | Cone | Revolved cone with draft |
+| `Exercise_005.par` | Sphere | Full 360° revolve of a semicircle |
+| `Exercise_006.par` | Torus | Circular cross-section swept along circular path |
+| `Exercise_007.par` | Hexagonal Prism | Extruded hexagonal sketch |
+| `Exercise_008.par` | Triangular Prism | Extruded equilateral triangle |
+| `Exercise_009.par` | Truncated Pyramid | Tapered extrude (draft angle) |
+| `Exercise_010.par` | L-Shaped Block | Multi-step L-profile extrusion |
+| `Exercise_011.par` | T-Shaped Block | T-section profile extrusion |
+| `Exercise_012.par` | U-Shaped Block | U-channel cutout |
+| `Exercise_013.par` | I-Beam Section | Symmetrical I-profile |
+| `Exercise_014.par` | Hollow Cylinder | Shell or cutout to create a pipe |
+| `Exercise_015.par` | Box with Lid Slot | Rectangular slot on top face |
+| `Exercise_016.par` | Rounded Corner Block | Fillet applied to all vertical edges |
+| `Exercise_017.par` | Chamfered Block | Chamfer applied to top edges |
+| `Exercise_018.par` | Notched Block | Notch cutout on side face |
+| `Exercise_019.par` | Dovetail Block | Dovetail (undercut) profile |
+| `Exercise_020.par` | Wedge | Angled top face using tapered extrude |
+| `Exercise_021.par` | Half-Cylinder | Semi-circular cross-section extrusion |
+| `Exercise_022.par` | Pentagon Prism | Extruded regular pentagon |
+| `Exercise_023.par` | Octagonal Prism | Extruded regular octagon |
+| `Exercise_024.par` | Cross-Shaped Block | Two intersecting rectangles |
+| `Exercise_025.par` | Flat Washer | Annular disc (circle with central hole) |
+| `Exercise_026.par` | Thick Disc | Short cylinder (disc) |
+| `Exercise_027.par` | Flanged Cylinder | Cylinder with bottom flange |
+| `Exercise_028.par` | Block with Hole | Extruded block with through-hole |
+| `Exercise_029.par` | Block with Blind Hole | Block with blind bore |
+| `Exercise_030.par` | Block with Counterbore | Block with counterbore hole |
+| `Exercise_031.par` | Block with Countersink | Block with countersink hole |
+| `Exercise_032.par` | Block with Slot | Block with rectangular slot cutout |
+| `Exercise_033.par` | Block with Circular Pocket | Block with circular pocket |
+| `Exercise_034.par` | Block with Rib | Block with internal rib feature |
+| `Exercise_035.par` | Block with Boss | Block with circular boss protrusion |
+| `Exercise_036.par` | Block with Draft | Extruded block with draft angle on side faces |
+| `Exercise_037.par` | Block with Shell | Solid block converted to thin-walled box |
+| `Exercise_038.par` | Solid Cube | Perfect cube with equal dimensions |
+| `Exercise_039.par` | Rectangular Plate with Holes | Plate with linear pattern of holes |
+| `Exercise_040.par` | Cylinder with Keyway | Cylinder with keyway slot cut |
+
+## Tips
+
+- Use **Solid Edge Synchronous** or **Ordered** mode – both work well for these basic exercises.
+- Apply **Smart Dimension** constraints to fully constrain each sketch before extruding.
+- Use the **Hole** command (not manual cutouts) for exercises 028–031 to practice the hole wizard.
+
+## Preview
+
+> Screenshots for each exercise will be added here.
diff --git a/02-Intermediate-Parts/README.md b/02-Intermediate-Parts/README.md
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+# 02 – Intermediate Parts (Exercises 041–090)
+
+This folder contains Solid Edge part files (`.par`) for exercises 041–090, focusing on multi-feature parts found in mechanical engineering practice such as brackets, fasteners, clamps, and jig components.
+
+## Topics Covered
+
+- **Multi-feature modeling** (combining extrude, revolve, cut, fillet)
+- **Sweep** protrusion and cutout
+- **Thin-wall** and **rib** features
+- **Circular and rectangular patterns**
+- **Reference planes** (additional work planes)
+- **Mirror** feature
+- **Symmetry constraints**
+- **Standard fastener geometry** (bolts, nuts, keys, pins)
+
+## Exercises
+
+| File | Exercise | Description |
+|------|----------|-------------|
+| `Exercise_041.par` | Bracket | Right-angle bracket with mounting holes |
+| `Exercise_042.par` | Angle Bracket | Bent plate with gusset |
+| `Exercise_043.par` | Mounting Plate | Plate with counterbored hole pattern |
+| `Exercise_044.par` | Flange | Circular flange with bolt-hole circle |
+| `Exercise_045.par` | Base Plate | Large base plate with peripheral holes |
+| `Exercise_046.par` | Support Block | Angled support with pocket |
+| `Exercise_047.par` | Connecting Rod | Variable cross-section rod |
+| `Exercise_048.par` | Crank | Eccentric arm geometry |
+| `Exercise_049.par` | Hook | Swept protrusion along curved path |
+| `Exercise_050.par` | Bushing | Cylindrical part with bore and flange |
+| `Exercise_051.par` | Spacer | Short tubular spacer |
+| `Exercise_052.par` | Collar | Cylindrical collar with axial slit |
+| `Exercise_053.par` | End Cap | Circular cap with boss |
+| `Exercise_054.par` | Cover Plate | Plate with recesses and countersinks |
+| `Exercise_055.par` | Gear Blank | Plain disc for gear cutting exercise |
+| `Exercise_056.par` | Pulley | Crowned pulley with hub and keyway |
+| `Exercise_057.par` | Bearing Housing | Housing with bearing seat and mounting flanges |
+| `Exercise_058.par` | Shaft | Multi-diameter stepped shaft |
+| `Exercise_059.par` | Spindle | Tapered spindle with threaded end |
+| `Exercise_060.par` | Pin | Simple cylindrical dowel pin |
+| `Exercise_061.par` | Bolt (Hex Head) | M-series hex bolt with shank |
+| `Exercise_062.par` | Nut (Hex) | Standard hex nut |
+| `Exercise_063.par` | Washer (Spring) | Split spring washer |
+| `Exercise_064.par` | Woodruff Key | Semi-circular Woodruff key |
+| `Exercise_065.par` | Parallel Key | Square/rectangular parallel key |
+| `Exercise_066.par` | Snap Ring | External circlip |
+| `Exercise_067.par` | Cotter Pin | Split cotter pin |
+| `Exercise_068.par` | Clevis Pin | Headed clevis pin with cotter hole |
+| `Exercise_069.par` | Knuckle Joint Pin | Pin for knuckle joint |
+| `Exercise_070.par` | Toggle Lever | Swept lever with bosses |
+| `Exercise_071.par` | Disc Cam | Disc cam with chosen profile |
+| `Exercise_072.par` | Cam Follower | Roller follower geometry |
+| `Exercise_073.par` | Slotted Link | Link with elongated slot |
+| `Exercise_074.par` | Connecting Link | Flat link with end holes |
+| `Exercise_075.par` | T-Slot Nut | Nut for T-slot table |
+| `Exercise_076.par` | Dovetail Guide | Male dovetail guide rail |
+| `Exercise_077.par` | V-Block | Steel V-block with V-groove |
+| `Exercise_078.par` | Machine Vise Jaw | Fixed or sliding vise jaw |
+| `Exercise_079.par` | Stop Plate | Plate with adjustable stop |
+| `Exercise_080.par` | Guide Pillar | Precision guide pillar |
+| `Exercise_081.par` | Guide Bush | Hardened guide bush |
+| `Exercise_082.par` | Locating Pin | Press-fit locating pin |
+| `Exercise_083.par` | Jig Plate | Drill jig plate with bush holes |
+| `Exercise_084.par` | Fixture Block | Modular fixture block |
+| `Exercise_085.par` | Drill Bush Holder | Holder for drill bush |
+| `Exercise_086.par` | Clamp Plate | Flat clamp plate |
+| `Exercise_087.par` | Toe Clamp | Stepped toe clamp |
+| `Exercise_088.par` | Strap Clamp | Strap clamp with stud |
+| `Exercise_089.par` | Screw Clamp | C-clamp body |
+| `Exercise_090.par` | Quick-Action Clamp | Cam-action quick clamp |
+
+## Tips
+
+- Use **Ordered Part** mode to preserve feature history for complex multi-step parts.
+- The **Mirror** command saves time on symmetrical parts (e.g., exercises 041, 044, 057).
+- For standard fasteners (061–066), refer to ISO/DIN standards for accurate dimensions.
+- Use the **Hole** wizard's *Thread* option when modeling threaded holes.
+
+## Preview
+
+> Screenshots for each exercise will be added here.
diff --git a/03-Advanced-Parts/README.md b/03-Advanced-Parts/README.md
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+# 03 – Advanced Parts (Exercises 091–140)
+
+This folder contains Solid Edge part files (`.par`) for exercises 091–140, tackling complex geometry including swept and lofted solids, helical features, gears, springs, couplings, and mechanical power transmission components.
+
+## Topics Covered
+
+- **Loft** protrusion (multi-section solid)
+- **Sweep** along 3D paths (helix, curves)
+- **Helix** curve (for springs, threads, gears)
+- **BlueSurf** and surface modeling
+- **Thin Protrusion** (for blades and vanes)
+- **Pattern Along Curve**
+- **Variable fillet / face blend**
+- **Rib** and **Draft** for cast parts
+- **Thread** cosmetic and helical
+
+## Exercises
+
+| File | Exercise | Description |
+|------|----------|-------------|
+| `Exercise_091.par` | Impeller Blade | Single blade using loft/sweep |
+| `Exercise_092.par` | Turbine Blade | Complex lofted aerofoil cross-sections |
+| `Exercise_093.par` | Propeller | Twisted sweep along helical path |
+| `Exercise_094.par` | Helical Spring | Circular section swept on helix |
+| `Exercise_095.par` | Compression Spring | Closed-end compression spring |
+| `Exercise_096.par` | Torsion Spring | Torsion spring with straight arms |
+| `Exercise_097.par` | Leaf Spring | Stacked leaf spring |
+| `Exercise_098.par` | Worm | Worm gear thread profile |
+| `Exercise_099.par` | Spur Gear | Involute tooth profile (parametric) |
+| `Exercise_100.par` | Bevel Gear | Conical bevel gear geometry |
+| `Exercise_101.par` | Helical Gear | Helical tooth spur gear |
+| `Exercise_102.par` | Rack | Linear rack tooth profile |
+| `Exercise_103.par` | Spline Shaft | External spline profile |
+| `Exercise_104.par` | External Thread | Helical thread protrusion |
+| `Exercise_105.par` | Internal Thread | Helical thread cut |
+| `Exercise_106.par` | Knurled Handle | Diamond knurl pattern |
+| `Exercise_107.par` | Knob | Organic knob shape |
+| `Exercise_108.par` | Hand Wheel | Spoked hand wheel |
+| `Exercise_109.par` | Flywheel | Heavy flywheel with hub and spokes |
+| `Exercise_110.par` | Crankshaft | Multi-throw crankshaft |
+| `Exercise_111.par` | Piston | Automotive piston with ring grooves |
+| `Exercise_112.par` | Connecting Rod | Engine connecting rod |
+| `Exercise_113.par` | Cylinder Block | Single-cylinder block |
+| `Exercise_114.par` | Cylinder Head | Head with ports and seats |
+| `Exercise_115.par` | Valve Stem | Poppet valve with stem |
+| `Exercise_116.par` | Valve Seat | Hardened seat ring |
+| `Exercise_117.par` | Camshaft | Multi-lobe camshaft |
+| `Exercise_118.par` | Rocker Arm | Pivoted rocker arm |
+| `Exercise_119.par` | Push Rod | Cylindrical push rod |
+| `Exercise_120.par` | Tappet | Mushroom tappet |
+| `Exercise_121.par` | Oil Pump Body | Gear pump housing |
+| `Exercise_122.par` | Impeller | Centrifugal impeller with radial vanes |
+| `Exercise_123.par` | Volute Casing | Spiral pump casing |
+| `Exercise_124.par` | Diffuser | Radial diffuser vanes |
+| `Exercise_125.par` | Nozzle | Convergent nozzle |
+| `Exercise_126.par` | Elbow Fitting | 90° pipe elbow |
+| `Exercise_127.par` | T-Fitting | Equal tee pipe fitting |
+| `Exercise_128.par` | Reducer Fitting | Concentric reducer |
+| `Exercise_129.par` | Flange Coupling | Rigid flange coupling halves |
+| `Exercise_130.par` | Oldham Coupling | Three-piece Oldham coupling |
+| `Exercise_131.par` | Universal Joint | Cross-and-bearing universal joint |
+| `Exercise_132.par` | Jaw Coupling | Elastomeric jaw coupling |
+| `Exercise_133.par` | Bellows Coupling | Flexible bellows |
+| `Exercise_134.par` | Disc Coupling | Thin-disc flexible coupling |
+| `Exercise_135.par` | Chain Sprocket | Roller chain sprocket |
+| `Exercise_136.par` | Flat Belt Pulley | Flat belt pulley |
+| `Exercise_137.par` | V-Belt Pulley | Single/double V-groove pulley |
+| `Exercise_138.par` | Timing Belt Pulley | HTD/XL profile toothed pulley |
+| `Exercise_139.par` | Brake Drum | Cast iron brake drum |
+| `Exercise_140.par` | Brake Disc | Ventilated brake disc |
+
+## Tips
+
+- Use the **Curve** command to draw a helix path for springs and helical gears.
+- For involute gear teeth (099–101), use the **Spline** command with calculated involute coordinates, or the optional **Gear** add-in if available in your Solid Edge version.
+- **Loft** exercises (091–093) require carefully placed sketch planes at each cross-section station.
+- Use **Thin Protrusion** for impeller and turbine blades to extrude surface-like thin features.
+
+## Preview
+
+> Screenshots for each exercise will be added here.
diff --git a/04-Sheet-Metal/README.md b/04-Sheet-Metal/README.md
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+# 04 – Sheet Metal (Exercises 141–160)
+
+This folder contains Solid Edge sheet metal part files (`.psm`) for exercises 141–160. Each exercise practices the Solid Edge **Sheet Metal** environment, including flanges, bends, reliefs, and flat-pattern generation.
+
+## Topics Covered
+
+- **Tab** (base feature – equivalent to Extrude in sheet metal)
+- **Flange** (bent flange from an edge)
+- **Contour Flange** (swept profile flange)
+- **Hem** flange
+- **Lofted Flange** (transition between two profiles)
+- **Louver** and **Dimple** forming features
+- **Corner Relief** and **Bend Relief**
+- **Flat Pattern** generation
+- **Rip** and **Closed Corner**
+
+## Material & Thickness
+
+Unless specified in the individual exercise, use:
+- **Material:** Mild Steel (or Aluminium 6061)
+- **Thickness:** 2 mm
+- **Bend Radius:** 2 mm (1× material thickness)
+- **K-Factor:** 0.44 (or as required)
+
+## Exercises
+
+| File | Exercise | Description |
+|------|----------|-------------|
+| `Exercise_141.psm` | Simple Tray | Base tab + four flanges |
+| `Exercise_142.psm` | Open Box | Rectangular tray with corner mitre |
+| `Exercise_143.psm` | Box with Tabs | Box with snap tabs and slots |
+| `Exercise_144.psm` | L-Bracket | Single 90° flange |
+| `Exercise_145.psm` | U-Channel | Two 90° flanges (U-profile) |
+| `Exercise_146.psm` | Hat Section | Top-hat / omega profile |
+| `Exercise_147.psm` | Z-Section | Z-profile with two opposite flanges |
+| `Exercise_148.psm` | Enclosure Panel | Panel with punched cutouts |
+| `Exercise_149.psm` | Cover with Louvers | Louver forming feature |
+| `Exercise_150.psm` | Chassis | Multi-bend equipment chassis |
+| `Exercise_151.psm` | Mounting Bracket | Complex multi-bend bracket |
+| `Exercise_152.psm` | Cable Clamp | Sheet metal cable clamp |
+| `Exercise_153.psm` | Hinge Leaf | Single hinge leaf |
+| `Exercise_154.psm` | Duct Elbow | Rectangular duct elbow transition |
+| `Exercise_155.psm` | Hopper | Tapered box hopper |
+| `Exercise_156.psm` | Funnel | Conical funnel (lofted flange) |
+| `Exercise_157.psm` | Cylindrical Tank End | Cone-to-cylinder transition |
+| `Exercise_158.psm` | Rect-to-Round Transition | Lofted flange transition piece |
+| `Exercise_159.psm` | Spring Clip | Small spring retaining clip |
+| `Exercise_160.psm` | Gusset Plate | Flat gusset with flanged edges |
+
+## Tips
+
+- Always start with **Sheet Metal** → **New** in Solid Edge to get the `.psm` environment.
+- Set **material gauge** in **Sheet Metal Styles** before creating the base tab.
+- Use **Flat Pattern** (View → Flat Pattern) to check the developed blank after each exercise.
+- For transition pieces (154–158), use **Lofted Flange** between two open profiles on parallel or angled planes.
+- Use **Corner** options in the flange command to set miter, weld, or overlap for closed corners.
+
+## Preview
+
+> Screenshots and flat patterns for each exercise will be added here.
diff --git a/05-Assembly/README.md b/05-Assembly/README.md
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+# 05 – Assembly (Exercises 161–180)
+
+This folder contains Solid Edge assembly files (`.asm`) for exercises 161–180. Each exercise demonstrates how to bring multiple part files together using assembly relationships (mates, flushes, axial align, planar align) and introduces motion simulation concepts.
+
+## Topics Covered
+
+- **Place Part / Subassembly** into an assembly
+- **Mate** (face-to-face contact)
+- **Planar Align** (co-planar faces)
+- **Axial Align** (co-axial cylinders)
+- **Connect** (point/edge/axis connect)
+- **Angle** relationship
+- **Gear / Cam / Linear** motion links
+- **Explode** view and explode lines
+- **Bill of Materials (BOM)** auto-generation
+- **Interference Detection**
+
+## Part Files
+
+Each assembly folder (e.g., `Exercise_161/`) contains:
+- Component `.par` / `.psm` files
+- The main `.asm` file referencing those components
+
+## Exercises
+
+| Folder | Exercise | Description |
+|--------|----------|-------------|
+| `Exercise_161/` | Nut & Bolt Assembly | Bolt, nut, and washers mated together |
+| `Exercise_162/` | Shaft & Bearing Assembly | Shaft pressed into inner race of bearing |
+| `Exercise_163/` | Flanged Coupling Assembly | Two flanges bolted together |
+| `Exercise_164/` | Pin Joint Assembly | Pin, clevis, and bracket with pin joint |
+| `Exercise_165/` | Bench Vise Assembly | Fixed body, sliding jaw, screw rod |
+| `Exercise_166/` | Plummer Block Assembly | Split housing, bearing, cap, and bolts |
+| `Exercise_167/` | Swivel Bracket Assembly | Bracket pivoting on a pin |
+| `Exercise_168/` | Crank & Slider Assembly | Crank, connecting rod, slider in guide |
+| `Exercise_169/` | Geneva Mechanism | Driver pin and Geneva wheel |
+| `Exercise_170/` | Knuckle Joint Assembly | Fork end, eye end, pin, and collar |
+| `Exercise_171/` | Universal Joint Assembly | Two yokes and cross-pin spider |
+| `Exercise_172/` | Gear & Shaft Assembly | Spur gear keyed on shaft |
+| `Exercise_173/` | Worm Gear Assembly | Worm shaft and worm wheel in housing |
+| `Exercise_174/` | Bevel Gear Assembly | Two bevel gears at right angles |
+| `Exercise_175/` | Drill Jig Assembly | Jig plate, bushes, clamp, and workpiece |
+| `Exercise_176/` | Toggle Clamp Assembly | Toggle mechanism with clamp pad |
+| `Exercise_177/` | Gate Valve Assembly | Body, disc, stem, handwheel |
+| `Exercise_178/` | Gear Pump Assembly | Pump body, drive gear, driven gear, cover |
+| `Exercise_179/` | Engine Sub-Assembly | Cylinder block, piston, con-rod, crank |
+| `Exercise_180/` | Lathe Tailstock Assembly | Body, quill, screw, handwheel, clamp |
+
+## Tips
+
+- **Ground** the first (base) component in every assembly to anchor it.
+- Use **Axial Align** + **Mate** as the standard pair of relationships for cylindrical joints (shafts, pins, bolts).
+- Use **Interference Detection** (Inspect → Interference) after placing all parts to check for clashes.
+- Right-click an assembly relationship in the PathFinder and choose **Flash** to highlight the related faces.
+- Create an **Exploded View** and add **Explode Lines** (Explode → Auto-Explode, then edit) before creating the assembly draft.
+
+## Preview
+
+> Rendered assembly views for each exercise will be added here.