Reality Check: the Astonishing Future of VR
What image does the phrase ‘virtual reality’ conjure? Chances are it’s someone in an oversized helmet, clumsily navigating their way through a videogame. Is that right? Well, adjust your expectations. VR has made generational leaps in a very short space
... ContinuedThe Most Important Part of a Start-Up [Podcast] with Josh Aviv
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Twenty percent of new companies fail in their first year, and only 50 percent survive through their fifth year. So why does everyone want to be an entrepreneur or work for a start-up if so many fail? Maybe a better
... ContinuedIndmar Marine Engines Shortens Development Cycles with SOLIDWORKS
Indmar Marine Engines Shortens Product Development Cycles with SOLIDWORKS and cuts design cycles by 40 percent, increases innovation, and reduces prototypes by using SOLIDWORKS.
... ContinuedLooking Back and Ahead of SOLIDWORKS World 2019
A look back at SOLIDWORKS World and a look at the future with 3DEXPERIENCE World 2020.
... ContinuedSome ‘Teach.’ Some ‘Do.’ And Many Do Both.
Is it true what they say about ‘doers’ and ‘teachers’? Not quite. This story on 14-year veteran SOLIDWORKS user and YouTube educator Adán Isais proves the old saying wrong.
... ContinuedSolving Beamy Part 2 – Three-Point Bending Test with Structural Professional Engineer
Let’s see how SIMULIA Structural Simulation Engineer (SSE), available inside Dassault Systems 3DEXPERIENCE Platform, solves the three-point bending test.
... ContinuedSolving Beamy – Three-Point Bending Test with SOLIDWORKS Simulation
Three-point bending tests are commonly used to evaluate the structural integrity of mechanical components and ensure they meet required displacement/force criteria. See how SOLIDWORKS Simulation is used to conduct a 3-point bend test.
... ContinuedThe Future of Electricity: New Technologies Transforming the Grid Edge
Plug in. Switch on. Power. Whether reaching for the on button, recharging our devices or brewing the third pot of coffee for the day, our needs demand vast supplies of power. The simplicity by which we have access to electricity,
... ContinuedQuantifying Headphone Comfort with Structural Professional Engineer
In this special guest post from Jim Shaw, Managing Director, Fastway Engineering and Alex Kemmler, VP Product Development, Aiwa Corporation discuss their experience using advanced simulation with Structural Professional Engineer.
... ContinuedHacking a Foam Glider with Your Seven-Year-Old
Eric Haddad, a long-time SOLIDWORKS user and owner of the 3DAeroventures YouTube channel, talks through the inspiration for his upcoming four-part series on the hacking of a foam glider — co-starring his seven-year-old son!
... ContinuedThe One About the Bioengineer, SOLIDWORKS, and Super Mario Bros.
When you’re pursuing a Master’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering and Biotechnology, maintaining a healthy sense of curiosity and playfulness is crucial to balancing it all out. So, why not model an entire Super Mario Bros. map?
... ContinuedWill a Part Fit on Printer? Find out Fast with New Library of 3D Printer Build Volumes
A comprehensive new library of 3D printer build volumes was created using the vast knowledge from leading analyst firm Wohlers Associates and Wohlers Report 2018.
... ContinuedBATTLEBOTS LIVE! Behind the Scenes
Go back stage (virtually) to get an inside glimpse at the action taking place as the bots begin their epic battles at BATTLEBOTS LIVE.
... ContinuedUp in the Cloud: Technology and Weather Forecasting
“Hey Siri – is it going to rain this afternoon?” It’s a fairly regular question to hear these days, especially if the neighbours are preparing a barbecue and your washing needs hanging out. We’re device-deep into the smart age of
... ContinuedEducating engineers outside of the classroom with Marie Planchard [Podcast]
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Community. We are all a part of a few communities, and for each community you are a part of, there is usually a community leader, and sometimes that leader is you, because someone needs to lead the community to schedule
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