SOLIDWORKS 2020 Structure Systems for Weldments
When inserting a primary structure member it is now easier to use Point length member based on existing sketch geometry in SOLIDWORKS 2020.
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SOLIDWORKS 2020 Assemblies Flexible Parts – New!
New feature added to SOLIDWORKS 2020 Assemblies called Make Part Flexible allows users to reuse parts that have external references to an assembly.
SOLIDWORKS PDM Web2 What’s New 2020
SOLIDWORKS has done well in the last few years regarding the SOLIDWORKS PDM Web2 client. We’ve seen some pretty useful features added with a full redesign of the interface. This year is no exception to that!
Favorite SOLIDWORKS Capabilities: Component Patterns
One of our favorite SOLIDWORKS capabilities is to pattern components in assemblies. This function gives us the ability to quickly populate assemblies with multiple parts in sequence without having to insert and mate each individual instance. It’s a real time-saver for designers.
Large Assembly Design Review Mode: SOLIDWORKS 2020
Large Assembly Design Review Mode, when activated, loads models quickly so users can manipulate, measure, and section models to accurately review designs.
Draft Quality & High Quality Mesh SOLIDWORKS 2020 – New!
New in SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2020 it is possible to define Draft Quality mesh elements or High Quality mesh elements for each individual solid body in the simulation study creating a hybrid mesh.
SOLIDWORKS 2020 What’s New: The Simulation Evaluator
This article introduces a new utility in Simulation called the Simulation Evaluator which reports on 4 aspects of your Simulation.
How to Change Your SOLIDWORKS Serial Number
In this SOLIDWORKS Tech Tip, find out how to change your SOLIDWORKS Serial Number (Machine Based and Online Licenses).
Sip Puff Bite
“The goal is not to sail the boat, but rather to help the boat sail herself.” —John Rousmaniere 
For my senior design capstone class, my team worked on the advanced navigation for the Portable Accessible Docking System (PADS), which is part of the Technology Recreation Access Independence Lifestyle Sports (TRAILS) program whose goal is the revolution of rehabilitation of tetraplegics.
Smart Manufacturing and Tolerance-Based Machining
Industry 4.0 is a term you are probably familiar with—the impending arrival of smart factories, with data-driven production equipment that will signal the 4th revolution in manufacturing technology. We know it’s coming, but how close are we? You may be
SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional and Flatter Files
by Steve Tietz, SolidWorks Automation Engineer, Chart Air-X-Changers/Hammco and Scott Williams, Engineering Manager, Chart Air-X-Changers/Hammco A few years ago, Chart Air-X-Changers/Hammco (formerly Harsco Air-X-Changers) was in the market for a PDM system. We
Modeling and 3D Printing a GoEngineer Clock
3D Printing Inspiration
Recently, we received our Stratasys F120 3D printer. We’ve been eager to get off some cool prints that showcase its 3D Printing capabilities. One of the ideas that I’ve had is to print the components for a
Curve Through XYZ Points…
In one of my recent classes a student asked, “Can I use an Excel file to create a 3D sketch that can be then swept?” The answer is yes, and I decided to show him and the entire class the
3D Printers: A Tool That’s Tough to Live Without
In my first month working with GoEngineer I have been surprised that so many of our prospective customers already love 3D printing and have great interest in 3D Printers. They’ve seen 3D printed metal parts, concrete houses, working hearts, and
Getting a grip with 3D Printing
I acquired the Roboteurs RBX1 (Remix) robot arm from my colleague Preston Ruff who built and assembled the robot arm from a kit. Let’s talk about this.
