model-based definition
Modern Cloud Tools put Engineering as the Hub of Design Collaboration
Learn how today’s complex products demand engineers be equipped with modern cloud-based tools that facilitate enterprise-wide collaboration.
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Comparing Drawing-based and Model-based Workflows at Aker Solutions
Learn how a global provider of products to the oil and gas industry realized the benefits of paperless manufacturing with SOLIDWORKS MBD.
... ContinuedPlace Datum Feature Symbols to Your Preference Using SOLIDWORKS MBD
There are several frequently asked questions about the datum feature symbol placement in SOLIDWORKS Model-Based Definition (MBD), so let’s explore together in this article. There are four major types of placements. The symbol can be applied to a feature surface,
... ContinuedMBD Implementation Dos and Don’ts: Trust but Verify
In 2D drawing oriented manufacturing processes, there is a common step called “drawing review” to check the drawing quality, such as conformance to the 3D model, view layouts, units, callout styles and standard compliances. This review step is vital to
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Women in Engineering Series: Jennifer Herron
Jennifer Herron is an entrepreneur and CEO of her own company, author, seminar speaker, SWUGN member, and most importantly, an engineer with expertise in model-based CAD. Her dedication and contributions to the engineering community has also made her a SOLIDWORKS
... ContinuedVIDEO: Using 3D Design Data Throughout Entire Supply Chain with Model Based Definition
We sat down with Oboe Wu (Product Manager of SOLIDWORKS Model Based Definition) to discuss the the importance of using MBD for minimizing the re-creation of data when working with partners and your supply chain. Oboe discussed how suppliers are
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Model Based Definition (MBD) 2015 arrived!
I’m pleased to announce that SOLIDWORKS Model Based Definition (MBD) 2015 was released this week! Many people asked me what is MBD and why. These two images explain it well, and you tell me which one is easier to read?
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Shorts: Model Based Definition (MBD) and Engineering 4.0
We sat down with SOLIDWORKS Model Based Definition (MBD) Product Manager Oboe Wu who is very passionate about removing 2D from the design and manufacturing process. In this video, he discusses how to fully leverage your 3D design data throughout
... ContinuedYou Can Clean Up with 3D Views in SOLIDWORKS 2015
Many of us are using DimXpert today to define products in 3D space, instead of 2D drawings, to reduce the number of documents to manage, leverage the intuitiveness of 3D, and avoid problems with 2D drawings. One of the common
... ContinuedWelcome to SOLIDWORKS 2015. See what’s new!
Life’s certainties: death, taxes and, finally a good one to balance out the list, the annual SOLIDWORKS software release! Every new SOLIDWORKS release has one similarity in mind: our users. Without you, there is no software, there is no progress,
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