75 Years of Batman
If you’re not a comic book or super hero fan, today might have seemed just like any other day. However, for those die hard fans of vigilantes, super heroes, protectors of the innocent; today marks a significant day in history;
... ContinuedMySolidWorks Training: Discover Your Next SOLIDWORKS Skill in Less than 10 Minutes
MySolidWorks Training allows you to learn about SOLIDWORKS features and functionalities on your own schedule, at your own pace and from the convenience of your desktop or mobile device. After creating a MySolidWorks account, more than 10 hours of MySolidWorks
... ContinuedHow to Easily Democratize Simulation Results
Last year, I attended a conference about Simulation & Analysis during which a senior engineer mentioned in his presentation that he has a hard time sharing Simulation results to colleagues and non-simulation users. He explained that too often Simulation results
... ContinuedWestern Michigan is Seeking Sun at The American Solar Challenge
Today, Western Michigan University (WMU) will hit the starting line for its 24th consecutive year of American Solar Challenge Formula Sun Grand Prix (ASC/FSGP) racing. The annual five-stage race pits university solar-powered race cars from around the world in a
... ContinuedRecently in…Summer Tech
Summer is in full swing. For many, July and August are full of holidays, staycations, sports, and watching big-budget movie blockbusters. Whether your activity of choice is as simple as running through a lawn sprinkler or experiencing a film in
... ContinuedStop losing money redesigning existing parts!
Just imagine the overwhelming feeling a CFO or Operations executive would go through when they discover that many parts in their current inventory, whether purchased or designed, are very similar or identical to ones already existing. How did this happen
... ContinuedThe Art of Simulation Data Management
Manufacturing industries are increasing the use of simulation tools to better understand and validate product behavior. Fortunately this shift toward analysis has led to more informed design decisions. However, I have always wondered how companies that adopt aggressive design simulation
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Women in Engineering Series – Jordan Coldsmith
We are happy to feature Jordan Coldsmith as our first recipient of the SOLIDWORKS Women in Engineering Recognition Program for July! She was chosen based on her outstanding leadership, innovative accomplishments, and her contributions to the engineering community. Get to know
... ContinuedKeeping the World Alert with the help of SOLIDWORKS
For the majority of people around the world, coffee is what keeps them sane and functioning on a daily basis. Never take someone’s coffee away from them; it’s a death wish. Coffee Day, the largest fully integrated coffee company in
... ContinuedRecently in…Solar Power
Over the millennia, our sun has played countless roles. It has been worshipped and used as a calendar. Debate over its position in the universe even caused men to lose their lives. Its shine can make us happy when skies
... ContinuedStop Managing Design Data without a Helmet
I recently had the opportunity to travel to some lesser developed parts of the world. I was amazed by the simplicity of life while, at the same time, terrified by some of the living conditions. One site that struck me
... ContinuedDartmouth college students go from concept to business in one semester
Would you believe that classroom assignments can start a business? It’s possible with SOLIDWORKS, (which is great to remember when you’re “helping” with school science projects). Dartmouth Students Shinri Kamei and Krystyna Miles are proving this with their product Tray
... ContinuedRecently in…Space
A few months after returning from a stint on the International Space Station (ISS), NASA astronaut Mike Hopkins was ready to talk about his experience. During an hour-long Reddit.com Ask Me Anything session, Hopkins covered everything from space sweat to
... ContinuedRecorded Webinar: Project-Based Learning with DraftSight
On Wednesday, July 9, join DraftSight for a project-based learning webinar! (note: the recorded webinar is now available by clicking here) What’s a project-based learning webinar? It’s an opportunity for you to learn while designing in DraftSight. Led by our
... ContinuedIt’s open season for The Outdoor Group with help from SOLIDWORKS
Last month I blogged about fresh fruit season. Continuing on that trend, July is time for summer camp where many kids try their hands at new sports, like archery. It’s open season for The Outdoor Group LLC, and with help
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