Exoskeleton CAD Naming Guide

This guide defines how to name all parts, assemblies, and drawings for the Exoskeleton project. Following this ensures that files stay organized, unique, and easy to track across multiple projects.

Naming Format

[Project/Mk]-[SubsystemCode][###]-[Descriptor]

• Project/Mk → Prototype generation (MkI, MkII, MkIII, etc.)
• SubsystemCode → Subsystem short code:
  • LL = Lower _Leg
  • UL = Upper _Leg
  • HB = Hip_Back
  • HR = Hip_Right
  • HL = Hip_Left
  • HC = Hip_Cycloidal
  • HS = Hip_Shaft
• ### → Sequential number
  • 001–099 = Parts
  • 100–199 = Subassemblies
  • 900+ = Top-level assemblies
• Descriptor → Short description of function/geometry. Use _ instead of spaces if needed.

PARTS

Format:

[Project]-[Subsystem][###]-[Descriptor].SLDPRT

Examples:

• MkII-KL003-Bracket_ActuatorMount.SLDPRT
• MkII-HR012-Shaft_12x150.SLDPRT
• MkII-AR027-Link_ElbowPlate.SLDPRT

✅ Tips:

• Descriptor must be functional (Bracket_ActuatorMount, not part1).
• Include key dimensions where useful (Shaft_12x150).