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Each tier of SOLIDWORKS Simulation packages includes more advanced capabilities as you move up in each package (the higher-level packages include all the features of the previous levels). In this blog, we will compare all tiers of SOLIDWORKS Simulation packages and see examples so you can determine what level of SOLIDWORKS Simulation is best for you and your company.

Connectors are ubiquitous in our everyday lives, such as household electronics and appliances, industrial machinery, and electric vehicles. Product designers must control the mechanical forces developing during the plugging/unplugging process. A poor design will cause excessive wear, difficult usage, or even wider damage. In the case of EVs, many charge plugs conform to the North American SAE J1772 standard, specifying the dimensions, safety features, and communication protocols between the EV and the charging equipment. To demonstrate a common and useful analysis in this space, I redesigned the connector feature of the SAE J1772 plug to securely lock through an application of pressure rather than lever depression, balancing usability against performance requirements.

When troubleshooting complex issues with SOLIDWORKS PDM, you may need to provide data to Technical Support to replicate and resolve issues. This guide will explain how to obtain each piece of necessary information.

There used to be a misconception about using 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS, suggesting that you must be connected to the internet at all times to use your seat of SOLIDWORKS. However, since 2022, users can work offline with Offline Mode. Offline Mode allows users to continue their work in 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS when there is no internet connection available.

Stratasys FDM 3D printers provide exceptional design freedom and flexibility regarding materials, build volumes, slice heights, and even soluble support materials when dealing with complex internal channels.  However, it's important to consider the relationship between slice height and fine features. Depending on the nozzle diameter and available slice heights, certain wall thicknesses can be difficult (or impossible) to print reliably. To combat this, we need to understand the limitations of our machines and use that information when designing parts to print. 

3D scanners are excellent for quickly turning physical objects into usable CAD files or inspection reports. However, there are situations where budget constraints, project volume, or lack of resources make it impractical to have the technology and expertise in-house. This is why GoEngineer offers 3D scanning as a service. In this blog, we explain the 3D Scanning Services process and what information you'll need to begin a project.

Auto-Login is a feature that enables users to log in by simply opening SOLIDWORKS PDM. The application method depends on the login type chosen for the vault.

In SOLIDWORKS Electrical, attributes are used to represent pertinent information about components. Typically, this information is represented in a single line of text, but occasionally, the text becomes unreasonably long and requires multiple lines. This article explains how to to wrap attribute text in SOLIDWORKS Electrical using the Multiple Attribute command in the Symbol Editor.

Did you know that generating a DXF file from the flat pattern of your SOLIDWORKS Sheet Metal part can be achieved in just a few seconds? Let’s walk through it using an example of a battery tray designed for a radio-controlled car.