3D Design
Space Exploration: How Advances in CAD are out of this World
From Yuri Gagarin’s fledgling foray into orbit to Neil Armstrong’s one small step and beyond, space exploration holds humanity’s attention like no other scientific discipline. The public’s evergreen fascination with galactic travelling has pushed scientific advancement and discovery beyond our
... ContinuedWhat Hardware Should I Choose for my CAD applications?
Whether you are purchasing a new machine or updating an existing machine, choosing the right hardware for the job can be tough. With a SOLIDWORKS technical support team of well over 100, SOLIDWORKS value-added reseller Solid Solutions puts systems to
... ContinuedBrooching the Issue: 3D Printing Transforms Jewellery Production
3D printing is revolutionising many different industries. But none more so than jewellery when it comes to the production of some serious objets de désir. A new era of unbridled creativity has arrived – and anyone can be part of
... ContinuedHow SOLIDWORKS Turned Ernesto Mosqueda’s Life Around
Some people do not realize what they’re truly passionate about until much later in their lives. You might think you want to be in a certain industry or field for the rest of your life, until that back fires and
... ContinuedHow Technology is Changing the Beverage Industry
The beverage industry spills over with ways to wet your whistle. For the discerning customer there’s more choice available than ever before. The explosion of craft beers, the never-ending range of sodas and rise in popularity of energy drinks has
... ContinuedHow Technology Continues to Revolutionise the Film Industry
Cinema might be over a century old. But it’s showing no sign of slowing down. Even a quick glance through its history tells its own filmic story of technology’s progress through the decades. From humble, silent monochrome beginnings, through to
... ContinuedKeep On (Monster) Truckin’: Meet the Team
It takes a lot to build a to-scale monster truck costume. Late hours, technical expertise, and, in the case of the SOLIDWORKS Magic Wheelchair build, a knowledge of CAD. A large group of people worked on the mini-Max-D build, and
... Continued3D Printing – What Comes Next?
3D printing is here to stay – and there’s no sitting around waiting for the resin to dry. The evolution of the modern production marvel is progressing at a rapid rate. Science never sleeps, after all. Since its 1980s inception,
... ContinuedSmart Homes, Smart Cities: Is This a Glimpse of the Future?
The concept of home is intensely personal. For some it represents safety and security. For others it’s a place to escape from the rigours of modernity. Yet, while those definitions may prove timeless, the homes of the future look
... ContinuedSelf-Sailing Ships: The New Way to Travel the Seven Seas
Ever since humanity crawled from the oceans it seems we have been fixated with returning to them. From humble vine-bound wooden rafts to town-sized liners transporting thousands of holidaying guests at a time, it’s fair to say that, as a
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS xDesign Mini Design Challenge: The Story Behind the Challenge – Part 1
This is the first of a series of blog posts on the SOLIDWORKS xDesign Mini Design Challenge.
... ContinuedVisitech: Making Cricket Safer with SOLIDWORKS Simulation
Briefed with reinventing the best helmet in cricket, many product designers would be stumped. Visitech stepped up to the crease and knocked the challenge for six – with a little help from SOLIDWORKS Simulation…
... ContinuedSchooled in SOLIDWORKS: Mattias Robertsson Reveals Tips to Slash Manufacturing Costs
Level-up your SOLIDWORKS skills as our inside experts reveal features you never knew existed. In this month’s webinar, find out how you can use SOLIDWORKS Simulation to slash manufacturing costs by testing your product without creating expensive prototypes.
... ContinuedHeadkayse Improves Cyclist Safety with Folding Helmet
Road safety is a constant concern for cyclists. Being exposed to the asphalt, careless drivers and heavy motor vehicles, in all the elements, makes cycling an activity that’s not without hazards. A good, solid cycle helmet for all bike riders
... ContinuedWaste Not, Cook Hot: How SOWtech Sizzles with SOLIDWORKS
Recycling organic waste into power might sound like sci-fi, but biogas is a major player in the world of sustainable energy. In crisis-hit parts of the world, it enables communities to both reduce their waste and cook with gas. That’s
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