SOLIDWORKS xDesign Lesson #6: Importing Files and Using Bookmarks
Have you created 1000’s of SOLIDWORKS parts, assemblies and drawings? You can import SOLIDWORKS parts and SOLIDWORKS assemblies (.zip) into SOLIDWORKS xDesign. One of the best simple practices for SOLIDWORKS data is to create bookmarks upon the initial save to the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS xDesign Lesson #5: Views and View Orientation
Does it matter what plane you start your first sketch on? Yes! Find out how xDesign helps students understand the 6 principle views (Top, Front, Right, Back, Bottom, Left) and view orientation with the reference Triad and the Trimetric view.
... ContinuedWhat Can Students See At 3DEXPERIENCE World 2023?
3DEXPERIENCE World 2023, February 12-15, 2023 is filled with great events for students, in-person in Nashville, TN or virtually from anywhere. And 3DEXPERIENCE World is free for students! Hurry up, Students! Register Now for the Virtual Event today for FREE!
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS xDesign Lesson #4: Create a Dashboard
Students need to understand how apps work together to design components. Create a new Dashboard with three important apps (Widgets) for a classroom environment SOLIDWORKS xDesign, 3DSpace (cloud storage), and Bookmark Editor (view and manage files).
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS xDesign Lesson #3: Sketch Planes
One of the most difficult areas I’ve seen with my students is where do they start the design. What sketch plane do they select? Most xDesign features start with a sketch. The default reference planes are: xy (Top), yz (Front), and zx (Right). This lesson takes you through creating a cylinder with a circular sketch on different reference planes.
... ContinuedEducators, Students, Attend 3DEXPERIENCE World – Streaming and On-Demand
SOLIDWORKS Educators and SOLIDWORKS Students you can attend 3DEXPERIENCE World February 13 – February 15, 2023 from anywhere in the world, streaming and on-demand. And if you register, you can view great technical break out sessions, design and teaching tips,
... ContinuedEducators Get Ready for 3DEXPERIENCE World 2023
Educators. Do you teach SOLIDWORKS-based courses, use SOLIDWORKS for your research, or want to explore new technology from SOLIDWORKS? Then 3DEXPERIENCE World 2023 is the place to be in Nashville, TN, February 12 – 15, 2023. If you can’t attend
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS xDesign Lesson #2: Mouse Control and Collaborative Space
The SOLIDWORKS xDesign Lesson series helps educators understand the difference between teaching SOLIDWORKS and xDesign to students. Understand mouse control, 3DEXPERIENCE User Assistance (Help) and Collaborative Space – before students make their first part.
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS xDesign Lesson #1: Getting Started
After teaching 1000’s of students and writing about SOLIDWORKS for over 25 years, David Planchard, emeritus WPI, is exploring xDesign. Through the SOLIDWORKS xDesign Lesson series, David helps educators understand the differences and similarities between xDesign and
... ContinuedFree Event for Engineering & Design Students That Love SOLIDWORKS
Students get ready for the most exciting event in your engineering, manufacturing and design career! On February 12-15, 2023, DASSAULT SYSTEMES, 3DEXPERIENCE Works, and the SOLIDWORKS team will host 3DEXPERIENCE World 2023. You will witness thousands of designers, engineers, educators
... ContinuedKorea’s GyouBeom Kim Publishes 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Text Book
Professor GyouBeom Kim, Catholic Kwandong University (Located in the City of Gangneung, South Korea), is our latest SOLIDWORKS Education advocate to develop new content based on 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS and SOLIDWORKS Cloud CAD apps (xDesign, xShape). With the help of our
... ContinuedYou Still Have Time for Student Model Mania 2023
Students! Did you register to participate in Student Model Mania 2023? You can register before January 27, 2023 from anywhere to attend 3DEXPERIENCE World 2023 Then you can register for Student Model Mania and submit by January 27, 2023. If not
... ContinuedFIRST Robotics Competition 2023 Sponsorship by SOLIDWORKS & 3DX EDU
Happy New Year! As my first post of 2023, I am excited to announce Dassault Systèmes and the SOLIDWORKS brand’s sponsorship to all FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) teams, with FREE software and community support. Charged Up(SM) presented by Haas, kickoff is
... ContinuedHappy Holidays from SOLIDWORKS EDU
Educators, Researchers, Students, the SOLIDWORKS Education team wishes you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! No matter what holiday you celebrate, we thank you for great stories in 2022. We appreciate you using SOLIDWORKS and SOLIDWORKS Cloud
... ContinuedDiversity. Sustainability. Aakruti 2022!
Aligned with DASSAULT SYSTEMES goals of diversity and sustainability, Aakruti 2022, India’s nationwide product design contest, presented the best in innovation and technology. Students developed innovative solutions to solve both technological and social problems – aligned to the United Nations
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