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In the SOLIDWORKS assembly environment, you can visualize the center of mass (COM) in the graphics area and read the coordinate points, but you cannot reference the COM. In the part modeling environment, there is a Create Center of Mass Reference Point button that will make a selectable, relatable … [Read more...] about Creating a Center of Mass Reference Point in a SOLIDWORKS Assembly
Have you ever been curious about how to efficiently route fiber into Markforged 3D printed composite parts? In a previous blog called "How to Select the Correct Fiber for Your Markforged Application," we reviewed some real-world applications which make use of continuous fibers that Markforged … [Read more...] about 4 Fiber Routing Techniques for Markforged 3D Printers
SOLIDWORKS Simulation has powerful structural and thermal capabilities and puts them in the hands of everyday designers and engineers directly through the SOLIDWORKS interface. This allows them to quickly iterate through model variations while in the design or conceptual phase and select the best … [Read more...] about Advanced SIMULIA Simulation Capabilities Now Available
On July 6, 2020, SOLIDWORKS released 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS, a variant of the SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD software that is connected to the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. This new version represents a shift in the delivery and operation of SOLIDWORKS CAD software. A new offering like this often leads to a lot of … [Read more...] about 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Explained
With HP Jet Fusion color 3D printing, one of the exciting capabilities is to add QR codes to printed parts. Now it is possible to incorporate technical documentation, instruction manuals and your website right on a part! In this blog post, we are going to look at how to add QR codes to printed … [Read more...] about How to Print a QR Code Using SOLIDWORKS and HP Jet Fusion
Have you ever wanted to securely embed hardware and components inside your 3D printed parts? In some of our previous content, We’ve touched on how Markforged composite 3D printers allow users to pause their prints in progress in our previous blog, "6 Threading Options for Your Markforged 3D Printed … [Read more...] about How to Insert Internal Components With Markforged Composite 3D Printing
A DXF or DWG file is the common input required for cutting machines like a laser, plasma, hot wire, or water jet cutters. Each machine is unique and likes the file formatted in a certain way to distinguish between operations like cutting, engraving, or etching. SOLIDWORKS gives you the option to map … [Read more...] about How to Customize the Formatting of a SOLIDWORKS DXF or DWG File
Sometimes there is no way to fully scan a part that has features hidden from sight. Since optical scanners are analogous to spray-painting with light, you must have line of sight on any feature that you want to “paint.” In many of these cases, the only viable option will be to use an industrial CT … [Read more...] about How to Utilize Destructive 3D Scanning for Hidden Features
