Configuring SOLIDWORKS for new Templates
Once Templates have been created, SOLIDWORKS has to be set up so they work correctly. The first thing to do is choose a location where you want these to be stored. It is advisable to choose a location which all
... ContinuedAdvanced Sweep Feature Techniques in SOLIDWORKS
If you have been paying attention to my blogs (it’s okay if you haven’t), you’ll recall that I wrote an article on the basics of creating a sweep in SOLIDWORKS. Since I’m sure you’ve mastered this, let’s move on to some
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Part Reviewer: Complex Weldment Part 3 Tutorial
Complex Weldment Part 3: The outside perimeter was created by using a rectangular profile. The “sweep profile” was partially created from two derived sketches, derived from Sketch1. This weldment is an object made up of several parts welded together. It
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Part Reviewer: Complex Weldment Part 2 Tutorial
Complex Weldment Part 2: A weldment is an object made up of several parts welded together. This model is represented as a multibody solid, not as an assembly. This structural member uses square tube for its “profile”. Get started now by
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Part Reviewer: Whisk
Whisk: This cooking utensil is an example of multi-body part using multiple sweeps to create the wire loops. A 3D sketch is used to create the eight sweep loops in one sketch. The 3D sketch uses multiple reference Planes to make it easier to create
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Part Reviewer: Advanced Filleting Exercise
Advanced Filleting Exercise: One of the purposes of this part is to demonstrate that when a fillet feature fails to work, there is a simple and reliable way to create the intended geometry yourself. Download: Advanced Filleting Exercise Complexity: Complex View all
... ContinuedHere’s the Easiest Way to Move & Rotate Your Models
As you all probably have realized, when it comes to doing anything in SOLIDWORKS quickest and easiest are synonymous. What’s quick is easy. What’s easy is quick. So here’s a quick tip on the easiest way to move and rotate
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Part Reviewer: Halloween Bat
Halloween Bat: In spirit of it being Halloween we give you a bat! This part demonstrates the use of “Hybrid Modeling” where solid and surface bodies are used to create the geometry. Using solid geometry is usually more efficient than
... ContinuedUnderstanding Bend Allowance Options in SOLIDWORKS
When working in sheet metal, we need to be able take a folded sheet, flatten it, and have an accurate size flat pattern. In SOLIDWORKS this is achieved by selecting the relevant bend allowance options in the Sheet Metal tool.
... ContinuedHow to get FREE Access to SOLIDWORKS as a Student
Many college and high school students these days are lucky enough to have access to SOLIDWORKS in their classrooms and computer labs. This is a really great way to learn not only 3D CAD, but engineering and design principles in
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