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Card 305 of 9902026-09-17 issue

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Framesmith CAD Draws Bicycle Frames at Real Tube Diameters

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A parametric bicycle-frame CAD tool with Reynolds and Columbus tube catalogs, 3D clearance views, spoke calculations, and fabrication-ready exports.

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The tool accepts geometry in interchangeable forms such as bottom-bracket drop or height and saddle position from the shell or clamp. It applies Reynolds and Columbus specifications, including material and butting information, then updates a mass estimate as segments change. The workflow extends to a separate fork board, fitted-tire clearance views, J-bend and straight-pull spoke calculations, DXF output, and printable miter sheets with a 50mm scale check.

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