MBD Implementation DOs and 10 DONT’s – Don’t Stop at Graphical PMI (Part 2)
Let’s continue the discussion after understanding two important concepts: Graphical PMI and Semantic PMI covered in Part 1 of this blog. Although graphical PMI is human-readable, it comes with many gaps: lack of associativity to models and no automatic update
... ContinuedGreatly Increase Your Ability to Become SOLIDWORKS Certified with MySolidWorks
Learn how you can increase your ability to pass the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate exam by taking advantage of preparation materials available on MySolidWorks.
... ContinuedDreaming of a SOLIDWORKS PDM Virtual Vault Museum
I have been working in design/CAD for 16 years using SOLIDWORKS software. Over those years I have been part of teams designing a wide variety of products including digital hard disc recorders for the music industry, luxury yachts, brewery equipment,
... ContinuedDean Ovel: SOLIDWORKS and 24 Hours in a Human Hamster Wheel
Most people run in Lycra… Some run in fancy dress… Dean Ovel runs in a human hamster wheel, sealed inside a cage, in the middle of a busy high street in Southend. This is the story of how SOLIDWORKS became
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Meets FIRST Ambassador Liam Fay
This year, I attended my first-ever FIRST Robotics World Championship in St. Louis, Missouri. I needed a little help finding my way around and decided the best way to get started would be a guided tour. My student Ambassadors were
... ContinuedSWUGN Group Leader Spotlight – Randy Adams
Randy Adams – Miami Valley User Group – Dayton, Ohio Randy is a long time SOLIDWORKS user and he’s been the Miami Valley SOLIDWORKS User Group leader for almost as long. (10 years!) “The first time I started using SOLIDWORKS
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS is Your Bridge Over the Consumer Product Design Gap
Consumer product developers often face challenges of moving designs from concept to detail design to manufacturing due to the disparate tools. SOLIDWORKS solutions bridge the gap between industrial design and engineering by providing powerful conceptual sketching tools, robust and easy-to-use
... ContinuedNate Andrews – A SOLIDWORKS Journey
I’m pretty passionate about SOLIDWORKS Technical Support and Certifications. If you’ve ever heard me talk about SOLIDWORKS Certification and creating your ‘Wall of Awesomeness’, you have an idea. I didn’t just wake up one day and become passionate about these
... ContinuedMBD Implementation 10 DOs and DON’Ts – Don’t Stop at Graphical PMI (Part 1)
In my last blog I underlined the importance of 3D PMI organization and presentation. A great story shared by Tim with Waters Corp. in a SOLIDWORKS MBD forum discussion illustrated this point well: “One point listed that should NOT be
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Get Connected at the Aerospace Electrical Systems Expo
Interested in the next aerospace technology breakthrough? Chances are the experts attending this year’s Aerospace Electrical Systems Expo in Pasadena, CA, from May 24-26 will be talking about what’s next for flight and the final frontier. During the event, SOLIDWORKS
... ContinuedHow SOLIDWORKS is Assisting Van Raam’s Bike Builds
Ah, the simple pleasures of a bike ride. It’s a freedom many take for granted but certainly not those with mobility issues. Step forward Van Raam, a Netherlands-based bike manufacturer for the disabled and the elderly. This family business originally
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SOLIDWORKS Education Edition Academic Year 2016-2017 Innovation Platform For Educators & Students
The new SOLIDWORKS Education Edition, Academic Year 2016-2017 gives educators and students an innovation platform of software tools to make great designs happen. Based on SOLIDWORKS Premium 2016, we continue to prepare the best students for the best jobs for
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS is Helping Build the World’s Fastest Steam Locomotive: Part 2
This blog post continues the journey of a group of dedicated train enthusiasts who make up the Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR) T1 Steam Locomotive Trust as they embark on a mission to build the world’s fastest steam locomotive with a little help
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