{"id":13876,"date":"2023-01-15T13:17:53","date_gmt":"2023-01-15T18:17:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.solidworks.com\/teacher\/?p=13876"},"modified":"2023-03-29T18:21:41","modified_gmt":"2023-03-29T22:21:41","slug":"solidworks-xdesign-lesson-1-getting-started","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.solidworks.com\/teacher\/2023\/01\/solidworks-xdesign-lesson-1-getting-started.html","title":{"rendered":"SOLIDWORKS xDesign Lesson #1: Getting Started"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 After teaching 1000’s of students and writing about SOLIDWORKS for over 25 years, David Planchard, emeritus WPI, is exploring xDesign.\u00a0 Through the SOLIDWORKS xDesign Lesson series, David helps educators understand the differences and similarities between xDesign and SOLIDWORKS through simple examples. He also introduces new apps in the engineering design process. \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

I\u2019m excited to explore xDesign and the\u00a03D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE platform. The browser-based xDesign app is SOLIDWORKS\u2019 next generation design tool built on the\u00a03D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE platform by Dassault Syst\u00e8mes. The\u00a03D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE platform is a technology platform, in design, simulation, intelligent information and collaboration. xDesign goes beyond standard CAD, it introduces new ideas and workflows in creating and sharing products on any device.<\/p>\n

This learning series explores SOLIDWORKS xDesign. If you are an educator, student, maker or SOLIDWORKS user, let\u2019s start with launching the\u00a03D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE platform and the xDesign app.<\/p>\n

The xDesign app is available when you purchase 3D Creator, 3D Designer for Educators, SOLIDWORKS Cloud Apps for Students, or\u00a03D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS for Makers.<\/p>\n

Every student will need to create their own\u00a03D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE ID. It is recommended to use your school\u2019s assigned email address.<\/p>\n

Create and register your 3D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE ID (credentials) to the platform.<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a> to create and register a new ID. Note:<\/strong> In an academic environment, it is strongly recommended to use your school\u2019s assigned email address.<\/p>\n

Input<\/strong> the requested information.<\/p>\n

Click Register<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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You will receive the\u00a03D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE platform Invitation link via email. The email you use must be the same as your\u00a03D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE ID.<\/p>\n

Click\u00a0Launch your 3DEXPERIENCE platform<\/strong>\u00a0from the Invitation email. Your web browser opens.<\/p>\n

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Bookmark<\/strong>\u00a0the address.<\/p>\n

Store<\/strong>\u00a0the Invitation email in a safe location. You may need it in the future.<\/p>\n

Login<\/strong>\u00a0with your\u00a03D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE ID.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0<\/strong>Review<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0close<\/strong>\u00a0the Welcome box.<\/p>\n

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Click the center of the\u00a0Compass<\/strong>\u00a0as illustrated for Roles, Apps & Solutions portfolio.<\/p>\n

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The\u00a03D<\/strong>Dashboard is displayed. The dashboard displays the Roles and Apps that you have assigned or purchased. Your dashboard may differ. Your administrator can create a unique dashboard in a classroom environment.<\/p>\n

Roles and applications are on the left side.<\/p>\n

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Click\u00a03D Designer<\/strong>\u00a0under the My Roles (xDesign). 3D Designer role is assigned to educators and students.<\/p>\n

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Note<\/strong>: 3D Creator is for commercial clients and makers.<\/p>\n

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Click\u00a0xDesign\u00a0<\/strong>to launch the App. The xDesign App creates prismatic parts and assemblies.<\/p>\n

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The xDesign App is displayed. Note your options. Some of these options are similar to the Welcome dialog box in SOLIDWORKS.<\/p>\n

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Click\u00a0Close<\/strong>\u00a0to expand xDesign.<\/p>\n

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Create a new component.<\/p>\n

Click\u00a0New Component<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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The default Name* of the component is Physical Product 1.<\/p>\n

The default Location defines the collaborative space where your components are saved. This is a pointer in the cloud. This is not a folder. The default location is named: Common Space.<\/p>\n

Your Collaborative space location will differ depending on administration or user with access rights setup.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Rename the default New Component (Physical Product 1).<\/p>\n

Enter\u00a0Axle<\/strong>\u00a0for Name*.<\/p>\n

Click\u00a0OK<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Accept the default (3D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE) Mouse Control.<\/p>\n

Click\u00a0OK<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/em><\/p>\n

The xDesign App is displayed.<\/p>\n

The Design Manager display is similar to the SOLIDWORKS FeatureManager. They both provide information about the Physical Product (Axle). The 3D Shape 1 contains geometry, sketches, and features.<\/p>\n

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The default reference planes are: xy (Top), yz (Front), and zx (Right).<\/p>\n

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The Action bar contains design tools are similar to the SOLIDWORKS CommandManager with various default tabs.<\/p>\n

The Triad helps the user view the sketch, feature and component on the selected plane or axis.<\/p>\n

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The Expansion arrow in the Work Area provides additional tools.<\/p>\n

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Close the xDesign session.<\/p>\n

Click\u00a0Close<\/strong>\u00a0from the Action bar.
\nNote:<\/strong> If network connection is interrupted, the following message is provided.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/em>Note:<\/strong>\u00a0A message will be provided if your session is inactive on the network connection.<\/p>\n

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After you create a 3D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE ID, Educators, can get more information on xDesign and SOLIDWORKS.\u00a0 Request to join the 3D<\/strong>EXPERIENCE Academic Community for free at go.3ds.com\/academiccommunity.<\/p>\n

Students, join the student community for free at go.3ds.com\/studentcommunity. Check out great posts on Mechanism Mondays, Heritage Tuesdays, Simulation Saturdays.<\/p>\n

Stay tuned for David’s next SOLIDWORKS xDesign Lesson #2: Mouse Control and Collaborative Space.<\/a><\/p>\n

Design well,\u00a0 Marie<\/p>\n

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