Interactive Scalable Vector Graphic Files from 3DVIA Composer
3DVIA Composer has long had the ability to save Views as Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) files viewable with a web browser. However, there is a trick to getting nicely formatted SVG files to show on HTML web pages, and it
... ContinuedThree New Simulation Functions in SolidWorks 2013
From CAPINC's What's New Segment, here are three new SolidWorks Simulation functions in 2013.
Shell Edge to Beam Bonding
The bonding of shell edges that belong to surface or sheet metal bodies to beams, commonly used to simulate gusset plates connecting beams, is supported through manual contact set definitions.
This functionality is available for linear static, frequency, buckling, and linear dynamic studies.
To create a shell edge to beam bonded contact, in the Contact Sets PropertyManager, under Type, select Bonded. For Set 1, click Beams and select the beam from the graphics area. For Faces, Edges for Set 2, select the shell edge.
Use SolidWorks Models in an Apple iBook
Several months ago, Apple announced some major initiatives in electronic publishing, particularly for the primary and secondary school “e-textbook” market. As part of that initiative, Apple launched their free “iBooks Author” product. iBooks Author allows anyone with a Mac (sorry, PC
... ContinuedEnter the SolidWorks World 2013 Internet Correspondent Contest and win a trip to Orlando!
Every winter, we travel somewhere warm to meet up with 5000 of our best friends for SolidWorks World. If you’re reading this, chances are you’re familiar with the event, even if you’ve never attended. Maybe you tune in to Twitter
... ContinuedHow the Equipois zeroG mechanical arm “lifts” workplace stress and fatigue
Manufacturers such as Honda, General Electric and Boeing use heavy power tools and equipment for their design and engineering needs. However, lifting these loads can cause worker fatigue and injury while decreasing productivity. To alleviate worker payload-associated stress and reduce
... ContinuedSolidWorks World 2013 Partner Profile: CAD Partner GmbH
One of the things we've heard from SolidWorks World attendees
over the past few years is that you'd like to learn more in advance
about the SolidWorks partners who set up booths in the Partner
Pavilion. So now through SolidWorks World 2013,
we'll be posting a series of blog entries about some of the
partners you might think about checking out, and the people who will
be representing them. Today we hear from CAD Partner GmbH.
Tell us about CAD Partner. What do you do?
CAD
Partner was started
in 1989 and has continued to establish itself as a successful software
developer and retailer. We specialize
in efficient 3D-CAD software distribution for engineering and plant production.
Our Smap3D product family covers everything from
design administration with a standard parts library to 3D pipeline planning
Our experienced
staff provides professional consulting and marketing as well as comprehensive,
demand-oriented support – from standard solutions to customer-specific,
complete CAD solutions! Our
competent user-support offers full technical assistance in development,
software implementation, training and supervision.
SolidWorks Materials: Manage & Customize
You can add materials you often use to your favorite list for faster access.
... ContinuedThere’s got to be a better way of creating owner’s manuals
There got to be a better way of owner’s manual! Here we are: Universal Cycles, a mountain bike producer in U.K. They print a QR code on their bike body leading to a Youtube assembly instruction video created in 3DVIA Composer by repurposing their CAD models for technical communication.
... ContinuedHow do I buy SolidWorks or get a trial version?
Here at SolidWorks, we work hard to make our products easy to buy, learn and use; however, two of the most common questions we receive are: How do I buy SolidWorks? How do I get a trial version of SolidWorks?
... ContinuedTo Infinity and Beyond: How SE Corp. Helped NASA using SolidWorks
Similar to Felix Baumgarnter’s contribution to the future of space travel, SE Corp., an analysis consulting firm, has enabled the use of the Kennedy Space Station for at least another 50 years. Using SolidWorks Flow Simulation, SE Corp. analyzed the
... ContinuedCreating manufacturing jobs through innovation at Yaris
Creating jobs has been a hot topic these days in the weak global economy. Many answers are out there, but innovation is a proven engine to the economy as shown by Apple who created or supported over 500,000 jobs for U.S.
... ContinuedUse Luxology Appearance Files When Rendering in SolidWorks 2013
As far as favorite new features go for SolidWorks 2013, using Luxology appearances to render my SolidWorks models is one of my favorites.
... ContinuedClimbing Ladders With SolidWorks: Don’t Just Stress About Strength
I love this time of year in New England–the weather, apple picking, the colors as the leaves turn. But what I don’t love is the half a trillion leaves that fall into my garden that I then have to blow/rake
... ContinuedBig Ass Fans Move Big Volumes of Air With Help from SolidWorks
Whether you’re trying to cool off your living room, restaurant, industrial plant or business, you’ll probably need a “big ass fan” to circulate high volumes of air and get the job done right. Big Ass Fans, a Kentucky-based manufacturer, produces
... ContinuedNew in SolidWorks 2013: Dowel Holes
A new hole type finds its way into the Hole Wizard for SolidWorks 2013. The much anticipated Dowel Hole now allows users to create this unique feature with characteristics that are unique to this type of hole. This includes things
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