Tech Tips
Gingerbread 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.
Gingerbread Train Set Tutorial – Part 1
This is a two part SOLIDWORKS tutorial for a Gingerbread Train Set. Part 1 of this tutorial will demonstrate how to create a simple wooden train model in preparation for a motion analysis which is used to create an animation. In Part 1 you will create two parts, a Train and a set of wheels. The tutorial focuses on basic modelling features, but also shows you how to export decals ready to bring in to SOLIDWORKS and how to apply them to the train. The decals for this tutorial are available to download from the description.
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Tech Tip – Using the Part Splitter
Learn how to use the Part Splitter to easily modify your geometry to assign materials or animate separately.
... ContinuedAutomate file checking with Design Checker in SOLIDWORKS
Using the Design Checker tool in SOLIDWORKS can save you time and make you more confident with your designs. In this video, Javelin’s Senior Application Specialist; Vicky Guignard, explains how: What are the benefits of Design Checker? Many companies who
... ContinuedHow to Customize Your Interface in SOLIDWORKS Electrical
Did you know there is a functionality inside SOLIDWORKS Electrical that allows you to customize almost the entire interface to your liking? Prefer a darker background? Done. Want a larger crosshair? No problem. Find yourself always zooming the wrong direction?
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Tech Tip – Display Fan Operating Point in SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation
Since the Flow Simulation 2019 release, there is a new type of plot that you can show to see the operating point for any of the defined fans in a project. You can easily access this through a right-click on
... ContinuedMachine Parts Faster with SOLIDWORKS CAM
Did you know that SOLIDWORKS CAM can handle about 80% of your day-to-day CNC programming needs? It’s simple to learn, fully associative and saves CAM data directly within your SOLIDWORKS model. Best of all, it’s already included in your seat of SOLIDWORKS!
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Part Reviewer: Sheet Metal
Sheet Metal: This part covers all the new features and most of the enhancements to SOLIDWORKS Sheet Metal parts from SOLIDWORKS 2017 thru 2019. One other newer option from SOLIDWORKS 2016 is also included where the edge flange can extend past
... ContinuedHow to Use the SOLIDWORKS Search Command Window
When it comes to using your favorite commands, there can be occasions where you may have forgotten its whereabouts. To review, the user interface already offers a couple of areas where commands are always accessible. Menu Bar Command Manager Both
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Tech Tip – Adding your Design Library to a PDM Vault
Using Off The Shelf (OTS) components in our designs is common. Whether they’re bearings, gears, motors, sensors or fasteners we gather this stuff up use it and then stash it in various places on our local hard drives. The problem
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