DraftSight 2019 – new, better … and not free to use anymore 2D CAD – but it’s still worth it!
2D design Despite the great popularity of spatial design programs and their unquestioned advantages, 2D design programs such as AutoCAD are still very popular and useful. One of such programs is DraftSight, which over the years has become very recognizable
... ContinuedHarness the Power of Data
Our Data Management tools are all about getting to the right information faster, allowing engineers and designers to make better decisions. And, the 2020 release of SOLIDWORKS PDM and SOLIDWORKS Manage just got faster, helping you to harness the power
... ContinuedThe Impact of Image Quality on SOLIDWORKS Performance and File Size
SOLIDWORKS Image Quality settings have the biggest impact on file size and system performance. We always assumed that it would have an impact on overall performance also. The effect varies widely across different files, so we decided to do SOLIDWORKS
... ContinuedTop 5 Favorite Features in SOLIDWORKS 2020
My “holiday season” begins and ends with SOLIDWORKS. For me, the “holidays” begin with the new SOLIDWORKS Rollout events, and end with SOLIDWORKS (now 3DEXPERIENCE) World. Yeah, there’s some cider, turkey, and twinkling lights in between, but for me, SOLIDWORKS
... ContinuedEnhanced User Experience
Each year our users give us thousands of their best ideas and our development team delivers! Let’s take a look at four highlights in SOLIDWORKS 2020 that will enhance every user’s experience. Have you ever wished you could compress, extend,
... ContinuedSpeed up Assemblies using SOLIDWORKS Large Design Review Mode
The SOLIDWORKS Large Design Review mode is essential when working with large assemblies. Models can be opened in a fraction of time for quick review and then load only the components you need to work on. Use tools like snapshots or walk-through
... ContinuedGingerbread Train Set Tutorial – Part 2
This is Part 2 of a two-part SOLIDWORKS tutorial for a Gingerbread Train Set. This tutorial demonstrates the use of path mates, to create a motion analysis of a train set that moves through the application of path motors to create a simulation of a toy train set. You will need to have watched part 1 of this tutorial if you want to see how to add reference points to parts ready for a motion analysis.
The accessories, tracks and carriages for this tutorial are available available to download from the description.
The Magnus effect – The rotation of various spheres
Virtually every one of us during school time, playing any sport in which we used the ball, could hear commands to “curve the ball”, “use your wrist” or “don’t kick with the point of your shoe.” The ball with proper
... ContinuedGame of Thrones – How could Qyburn have designed the Scorpion ballista? (Tutorial)
Anyone who follows Game of Thrones will know how devastating the Scorpion ballista is. But how did Qyburn design the giant dragon killing ballista? We think we have the answer… A DELL laptop SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD SOLIDWORKS Visualize SOLIDWORKS Simulation
... ContinuedWorking Faster and Smarter
Any designer would tell you they’re always looking for ways to work faster and smarter. For SOLIDWORKS 2020, improvements to Weldments, Large Assembly Design and Drawings will deliver improved productivity and increased performance. Last year, we introduced Structure Systems –
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