This article will go over how to resolve the Application Exception: Invalid Class error that can occur when trying to launch eDrawings. You may also see it occur in PDM when clicking on a file to view the preview. The PDM preview uses eDrawings, which is why it can be seen in PDM. This error can appear simple, stating “Application Exception: Invalid Class” or lengthy with a string of other lines.
SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation features several easy-to-use results analysis tools that make understanding and analyzing results more convenient. You can find these tools in a few different locations. The two options below are the most common, other than finding them in the Flow Simulation tab in the CommandManager.
This tutorial explains how to activate or deactivate a SOLIDWORKS license from a computer not connected to the internet. A manual activation/deactivation option allows us to do this.
In this SOLIDWORKS tutorial, we demonstrate how to create indents at the assembly level. In this example, we have an assembly of a plate and three pieces that intersect with the plate. The goal is to change the geometry of the plate to encompass the three pieces on the bottom. To do this, we'll use the Indent feature.
When working with multibody parts in SOLIDWORKS, there are times when the models will have unwanted overlaps. In this example, we have a part inserted into another part where there is some overlap between the bodies. The goal is to remove the overlap section from the main body while keeping the second body. A couple of features we can use to accomplish this are Combine/Subract and Indent Cut.
After solving a study in SOLIDWORKS Simulation, exact numerical values of the result plot can be obtained from specific faces or nodes in the model using the Probe feature for post-processing. This article demonstrates how to use the Probe tool in SOLIDWORKS Simulation to see results on specific nodes or on particular faces/entities.
When I decided to redo my backyard, there were a few goals I wanted to accomplish: pour more concrete, replace the grass, and build a garden box. So, I started modeling my design plans in SOLIDWORKS. My initial goal was to confirm how much space there was to incorporate the new features and then determine where to place them - but I was able to use my model for much more than that!
Calculating the center of pressure for an object in two dimensions is typically straightforward. Generally, the forces align with the central axis, so the math stays linear. But what about in three dimensions? SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation makes it easy to calculate the center of pressure for an object. And by testing different values, it's simple to validate your answer to ensure accuracy.
In this guide, we discuss a couple of techniques and tools that can be used for SOLIDWORKS Weldments, including modifying corner treatments, adding gussets, and using a Bounding Box. First, let's take a look at how to change the profile at corners where several beams come together.