3D Modeling
3D Sculptor: Introduction to xShape
The 3DEXPERIENCE platform provides various apps for cloud-based 3D modelling. 3D Sculptor is a role that contains the xShape app which provides subdivision modelling tools. Users can create smooth and freeform shapes in 3D by leveraging a different toolset from
... ContinuedSurface Modeling a 3D Printed Monster Truck
Using 3D Sculptor (containing the xShape app), Jason Pohl shows off some simple surfacing wizardry during the latest SOLIDWORKS LIVE Design episode. We explored the creation of a toy monster truck! See how we combine the powers of xApps like xShape and SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD here.
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS: Basics of Reference Geometry
Utilizing SOLIDWORKS Reference Geometry for Complex Designs For basic SOLIDWORKS models, users can often complete designs by leveraging only the default planes and available model geometry. However, as the complexity of designs increases, it often becomes necessary to create and
... ContinuedHow to Model: Self-Packing Scutoid in SOLIDWORKS
Some exciting news has broken out in the scientific and mathematical community. In July 2018, a paper was published by P Gómez-Gálvez: Scutoids are a geometrical solution to three-dimensional packing of epithelia. So the first question you may have is:
... ContinuedKEEP A STEP AHEAD FROM IMAGINARY TO REAL WORLD
ZONAL SECTION VIEW: In general, understanding the internal constructions of an assembly model is typically difficult. The components included in the model is very important to visualize what the part (such as internal shafts, cuts, bearings, bushes etc) will look
... ContinuedUseful Keyboard Shortcuts and Workflow Customizations in SOLIDWORKS
Using the standard SOLIDWORKS tools and features from the CommandManager is already an extremely efficient method to quickly bring concepts into a three dimensional model. However, many users prefer to leverage a variety of both standard and custom shortcuts through
... ContinuedWhat’s New SOLIDWORKS 2018: Measure Tool Enhancements
With each annual release, SOLIDWORKS looks to streamline their tools to make the designer more productive. One of the most commonly used tools is the Measure Tool! We can use it to measure the lengths of edges, determine the distance
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS 2018: What’s New – Include and Exclude Suppressed Components in Pack and Go
Today, we’re going to be diving into a SOLIDWORKS 2018 new enhancement on a widely used SOLIDWORKS feature – Pack and Go! We’ll see how we now have an option to ‘Include suppressed components’ in our Pack and Go in
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation: Two Time Saving Tips for Project Setup
Save time on project setup in Flow Simulation by utilizing the techniques listed in this blog and companion video – propagating setup definitions across component instances, and importing setup from child components. Setting up Flow Simulation projects can involve repetitive
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Simulation Quick Tip: Prescribed Displacements
When setting up an analysis in SOLIDWORKS Simulation, we typically think of applying forces or other loads and calculating the resulting stresses and displacements as our outputs. However, in situations where the forces may not be known, an expected displacement
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