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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 utilize reference … [Read more...] about SOLIDWORKS: Basics of Reference Geometry
Most Widely Used Features of SOLIDWORKS While sketches may be the foundation of a well-designed SOLIDWORKS model, features are like the bricks and mortar. Whether you’re trying to add or remove material from your part, hollow it out, or round off the corners, there’s likely a feature (or … [Read more...] about SOLIDWORKS Basics Part 3 – Features
Sketches in SOLIDWORKS - The Foundation Sketches in SOLIDWORKS are like the foundation of a skyscraper – without them, you couldn’t build one! Well-developed sketches are one of the major keys to creating intelligent and flexible models, and in this part of our Basics for New Users series, we’ll … [Read more...] about SOLIDWORKS Basics Part 2 – Sketching
Getting Started with SOLIDWORKS Getting started with SOLIDWORKS can be a challenge, especially for new users coming from 2D CAD programs. In part one of our Basics for New Users series, we’ll cover the basics of the SOLIDWORKS user interface, giving you the tools and understanding that you’ll need … [Read more...] about SOLIDWORKS Basics Part 1 – User Interface
Experience the next level of innovation first hand with 3DEXPERIENCE! With it's easy-to-use, collaborative, and interactive environment makes it one of the most customizable PLM tools for your product development team. Check out Part 6 of our 3DEXPERIENCE Explain Series and see for yourself! Reach … [Read more...] about Deep Dive into 3DEXPERIENCE PLM Tools for Engineers
Products are now more intelligent and connected than ever before but designing these products efficiently has not exactly been streamlined. With more competition in this space, and more complex tools required to create these products is an endeavor that requires precise coordination. Look at how … [Read more...] about Synchronize Your ECAD/MCAD Designs with SOLIDWORKS PCB
Innovation starts with someone asking, "What if?" or "Why not?" Answering these questions is often impractical with physical prototypes or hand calculations, not to mention the necessary time and cost. Hawk Ridge Systems knows that simulation provides the most value in guiding design decisions and … [Read more...] about Ins and Outs on Meshing Elements for SOLIDWORKS Simulation
Would you like a more interactive dashboard to manage your next product release? 3DEXPERIENCE provides a platform that optimizes your part supply management with the flexibility and scalability to meet your deliverables. Experience effortless design collaboration to help your team focus on … [Read more...] about Explore the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform’s Part Supply Management Tools
