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SUMMARY:SOLIDWORKS Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Skills Learned\n\nBasic Navigation and Interface: Familiarize yourself with the SOLIDWORKS interface and learn essential navigation techniques.\nSketching and Part Modeling: Master sketching basics and part modeling to create detailed 3D models\nAssembly Modeling: Learn to assemble parts into complex models\, understanding the dynamics of assembly interactions.\nCreating 2D Drawings: Generate detailed 2D drawings from 3D models for manufacturing and documentation purposes.\nUsing Equations: Apply equations to drive your designs\, allowing for parametric modeling and design optimization\nPractical Exercises: Engage in hands-on exercises that reinforce learning and enable the application of skills in real-world scenarios.\n\nCourse Examples\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSOLIDWORKS Essentials Course Syllabus\nLesson 1: SOLIDWORKS Basics and the User Interface\n\nWhat is the SOLIDWORKS Software\nDesign Intent\n\nExamples of Design Intent\nHow Features Affect Design Intent\n\n\nFile References\n\nFile Reference Example\n\n\nOpening Files\nThe SOLIDWORKS User Interface\nUsing the Command Manager\n\nAdding and Removing CommandManager Tabs\nFeatureManager Design Tree\nPropertyManager\nSelection Breadcrumbs\nTask Pane\nOpening Labs with the File Explorer\nHeads-up View Toolbar\nMouse Buttons\nKeyboard Shortcuts\nOptions\nSearch\n\n\n\n\nLesson 2: Introduction to Sketching\n\n2D Sketching\nSaving Files\nWhat are We Going to Sketch?\nSketching\n\nDefault Planes\n\n\nSketch Entities\n\nSketch Geometry\n\n\nBasic Sketching\n\nThe Mechanics of Sketching\, Feedback\, Status\nInference Lines (Automatic Relations)\nRules That Govern Sketches\n\n\nDesign Intent\n\nWhat Controls Design Intent\nAchieving the Desired Intent\n\n\nSketch Relations\n\nAutomatic Sketch Relations\nAdded Sketch Relations\nExamples of Sketch Relations\nSelecting Multiple Objects\n\n\nDimensions\n\nDimensioning: Selection and Preview\nAngular Dimensions\nInstant 2D\n\n\nExtrude\nSharing a Mode\n\nSave to 3DEXPERIENCE\n\n\nSketching Guidelines\nExercise 1: Sketch and Extrude 1\nExercise 2: Sketch and Extrude 2\nExercise 3: Sketch and Extrude 3\nExercise 4: Sketch and Extrude 4\nExercise 5: Sketch and Extrude 5\nExercise 6: Sketch and Extrude 6\n\n\nLesson 3: Basic Part Modeling\n\nBasic Modeling\nTerminology\nChoosing the Best Profile\nChoosing the Sketch Plane\nDetails of the Part\nBoss Feature\nSketching on a Planar Face\nCut Feature\nView Selector\nUsing the Hole Wizard\n\nCreating a Standard Hole\nCounterbore Hole\n\n\nFilleting\nEditing Tools\n\nEditing a Sketch\nSelecting Multiple Objects\nEditing Features\nFillet Propagation\nRollback Bar\n\n\nDetailing Basics\n\nSettings Used in the Template\nCommandManager Tabs\nNew Drawing\n\n\nDrawing Views\n\nTangent Edges\nMoving Views\n\n\nCenter Marks\nDimensioning\n\nDriving Dimensions\nDriven Dimensions\nManipulating Dimensions\nAssociativity Between the Model and the Drawing\n\n\nChanging Parameters\nExercise 7: Plate\nExercise 8: Cuts\nExercise 9: Basic-Changes\nExercise 10: Base Bracket\nExercise 11: Part Drawings\n\n\nLesson 4: Symmetry and Draft\n\nCase Study: Ratchet\nDesign Intent\nBoss Feature with Draft\nSymmetry in the Sketch\n\nSymmetry after Sketching\nMid Plane Extrusion\n\n\nSketching Inside the Model\n\nDesign Intent of the Transition\nCircular Profile\nChanging the Appearance of Dimensions\nExtruding Up To Next\n\n\nView Options\nUsing Model Edges in a Sketch\n\nSketching an Offset\n\n\nCreating Trimmed Sketch Geometry\n\nTrim and Extend\nModifying Dimensions\nMeasuring\n\n\nCopy and Paste Features\nExercise 12: Pulley\nExercise 13: Symmetry and Offsets 1\nExercise 14: Ratchet Handle Changes\nExercise 15: Symmetry and Offsets 2\nExercise 16: Tool Holder\nExercise 17: Idler Arm\nExercise 18: Up To Surface\n\n\nLesson 5: Patterning\n\nWhy Use Patterns?\nLinear Pattern\n\nFlyout FeatureManager Design Tree\nSkipping Instances\nGeometry Patterns\nPerformance Evaluation\n\n\nCircular Patterns\nReference Geometry\n\nAxes\nPlanes\n\n\nMirror Patterns\n\nPatterning a Solid Body\n\n\nCoordinate System\nSymmetric Patterns\nUp To Reference\nSketch Driven Patterns\nExercise 19: Linear Patterns\nExercise 20: Sketch Driven Patterns\nExercise 21: Skipping Instances\nExercise 22: Linear and Mirror Patterns\nExercise 23: Mirror Body\nExercise 24: Circular Patterns\nExercise 25: Axes and Multiple Patterns\n\n\nLesson 6: Revolved Features\n\nCase Study: Handwheel\nDesign Intent\nRevolved Features\n\nSketch Geometry of the Revolved Feature\nRules Governing Sketches of Revolved Features\nSpecial Dimensioning Techniques\nDiameter Dimensions\nCreating the Revolved Feature\n\n\nBuilding the Rim\n\nSlots\nMultibody Solids\n\n\nBuilding the Spoke\n\nEdge Selection\nChamfers\n\n\nEdit Material\nMass Properties\nFile Properties\nSOLIDWORKS SimulationXpress\n\nMesh\nPhase 1: Fixtures\nPhase 2: Loads\nPhase 3: Material\nPhase 4: Run\nPhase 5: Results\nPhase 6: Optimize\nResults\, Reports and eDrawings\n\n\nExercise 26: Flange\nExercise 27: Wheel\nExercise 28: Guide\nExercise 29: Ellipse\nExercise 30: Sweeps\n\nSlide Stop\nCotter Pin\nPaper Clip\nMitered Sweep\n\n\nExercise 31: SimulationXpress\n\n\nLesson 7: Shelling and Ribs\n\nShelling and Ribs\nAnalyzing and Adding Draft\nOther Options for Draft\nShelling\n\nOrder of Operation\nFace Selection\n\n\nRibs\n\nRib Sketch\nSection View\nConverting Edges\n\n\nFull Round Fillets\nThin Features\nExercise 32: Pump Cover\nExercise 33: Tool Post\nExercise 34: Compression Plate\nExercise 35: Blow Dryer\nExercise 36: Angles\nExercise 37: Arm\nExercise 38: Blade\n\nLesson 8: Editing: Repairs\n\nPart Editing\nEditing Topics\n\nInformation from a Model\nFinding and Repairing Problems\nSettings\nWhat’s Wrong Dialog\nFlat Tree View\nWhere to Begin\n\n\nSketch Issues\n\nBox Selection\nLasso Selection\nCheck Sketch for Feature\nRepair Sketch\nRepairing Sketch Plane Issues\nFeatureXpert\nFillet Repairs\nFreezing Features\n\n\nExercise 39: Errors1\nExercise 40: Errors2\nExercise 41: Errors3\nExercise 42: Adding Draft\n\n\nLesson 9: Editing: Design Changes\n\nPart Editing\nDesign Changes\n\nRevisions\nRequired Changes\n\n\nInformation From a Mode\n\nPart Reviewer\nDependencies\n\n\nRebuilding Tools\n\nRollback to Feature\nFreeze Bar\nRebuild Feedback and Interrupt\nFeature Suppression\nGeneral Tools\nDeletions\nReorder\nSketchXpert\n\n\nSketch Contours\n\nContours Available\nShared Sketches\nCopying Fillets\n\n\nCreating a Design Revision\nReplace Sketch Entity\nExercise 43: Changes\nExercise 44: Editing\nExercise 45: SketchXpert\nExercise 46: Contour Sketches\n\n\nLesson 10: Configurations\n\nConfigurations\nUsing Configurations\n\nAccessing the ConfigurationManager\nAdding New Configurations\nDefining the Configuration\nChanging Configurations\nRenaming and Copying Configurations\nManaging Configuration Data\n\n\nOther Methods to Create Configurations\n\nConfiguration Table\nModify Configurations\nDesign Tables\nDerived Configurations\nOther Uses of Configurations\n\n\nModeling Strategies for Configurations\nEditing Parts that Have Configurations\nDesign Library\n\nDefault Settings\nMultiple References\nDropping on Circular Faces\n\n\nIn the Advanced Course\nExercise 47: Configurations 1\nExercise 48: Configurations 2\nExercise 49: Configurations 3\n\n\nLesson 11: Global Variables and Equations\n\nUsing Global Variables and Equations\nRenaming Features and Dimensions\nDesign Rules Using Global Variables and Equations\n\nWall Thickness\nDraft Angle\nRib thickness\nFillets\n\n\nGlobal Variables\nEquations\n\nCreating an Equality\nUsing the Modify Dialog\n\n\nUsing Operators and Functions\n\nOperators\nFunctions\nFile Properties\nMeasure\nEquation Solve Order\nDirect Input of Equations\nEditing Equations\n\n\nExercise 50: Using Global Variables and Equations\nExercise 51: Creating an Equality\nExercise 52: Using Equations\n\n\nLesson 12: Using Drawings\n\nMore About Making Drawings\nRemoved Section\n\nAutomatic\nManual\nView Alignment\n\n\nDetail Views\nDrawing Sheets and Sheet Formats\n\nAdding Drawing Sheets\n\n\nModel Views\nSection View\nAnnotations\n\nProperties in Drawings\nNotes\nCopying Views\nDatum Feature Symbols\nSurface Finish Symbols\nDimension Properties\nCenterlines\nGeometric Tolerance Symbols\nDimension Text\n\n\nExercise 53: Details and Section\nExercise 54: Removed Sections\nExercise 55: Drawings\n\n\nLesson 13: Bottom-Up Assembly Modeling\n\nCase Study: Universal Joint\nBottom-Up Assembly\nCreating a New Assembly\nPosition of the First Component\nFeatureManager Design Tree and Symbols\n\nDegrees of Freedom\nComponents\nComponent Name\nState of the component\n\n\nAdding Components\n\nInsert Component\nMoving and Rotating Components\n\n\nMating Components\n\nMate Types and Alignment\nMating Concentric and Coincident\nWidth Mate\nRotating Inserted Components\nUsing the Component Preview Window\nParallel Mate\nDynamic Assembly Motion\nDisplaying Part Configurations in an Assembly\nThe Pin\n\n\nUsing Part Configurations in Assemblies\n\nThe Second Pin\nOpening a Component\nCreating Copies of Instances\nComponent Hiding and Transparency\nComponent Properties\n\n\nSubassemblies\nSmart Mates\nInserting Subassemblies\n\nMating Subassemblies\nDistance Mates\nUnit System\n\n\nPack and Go\nExercise 56: Mates\nExercise 57: Gripe Grinder\nExercise 58: Using Hide and Show Component\nExercise 59: Part Configurations in an Assembly\nExercise 60: U-Joint Changes\n\n\nLesson 14: Using Assemblies\n\nUsing Assemblies\nAnalyzing the Assembly\n\nMass Properties Calculations\nChecking for Interference\nOpen Part\n\n\nChecking for Clearances\n\nStatic vs. Dynamic Interference Detection\nPerformance Considerations\n\n\nChanging the Values of Dimensions\nExploded Assemblies\n\nSetup for the Exploded View\nAssembly Explode\n\n\nRollback and Reorder Explode Steps\n\nRollback\nReorder\nChanging the Explode Direction\nUsing Auto-Spacing\n\n\nExplode Line Sketch\n\nSmart Explode Line Selections\nManual Explode Line Selections\nAdjusting the Explode Lines\nAnimating Exploded Views\n\n\nBill of Materials\nAssembly Drawings\n\nAdding Balloons\nEditing the Exploded View\n\n\nExercise 61: Using Collision Detection\nExercise 62: Finding and Repairing Interferences\nExercise 63: Checking for Interferences\, Collisions and Clearances\nExercise 64: Exploded Views and Assembly Drawings\nExercise 65: Exploded Views
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SUMMARY:SOLIDWORKS Simulation Premium Dynamics
DESCRIPTION:  \nSkills Learned\n\nTime-Dependent Analysis: Understand how to apply and analyze force loads and motion shock loading on structures over time.\nHarmonic Analysis: Learn to predict the behavior of structures under harmonic loads\, identifying resonant frequencies and potential failure points.\nRandom Vibration Analysis: Gain insights into how structures respond to random vibrations\, using standards like MIL-STD-810F as a guide.\nResponse Spectrum Analysis: Analyze the response of structures to a spectrum of frequencies\, typically used in seismic analysis.\nIntroduction to Nonlinear Dynamics Simulation: Begin exploring the complex world of nonlinear dynamics\, where responses do not directly correlate to the applied loads.\n\nCourse Examples\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSOLIDWORKS Simulation Premium Dynamics Course Syllabus\nLesson 1: Vibration of a Pipe\n\nStatic Analysis\nFrequency Analysis\nDynamic Analysis (Slow Force)\n\nLinear Dynamic Analysis\n\n\nDynamic Analysis (Fast Force)\nExercise 1: Vibration of Cantilever Beam\n\n\nLesson 2: Transient Shock Analysis According to MILS-STD-810H\n\nRun Frequency\n\nMass Participation Factor\nMass Participation in Shells\nFrequency Discussion\nDamping\nViscous Damping\nTime Step\n\n\nExercise 2: Remote Mass Electronics Enclosure\nExercise 3: Transient Analysis of Alternator Bracket\n\nMaximum Number of Time Increments\n\n\nExercise 4: Remote Mass\n\n\nLesson 3: Harmonic Analysis of a Bracket\n\nHarmonic Analysis Basics\nSingle DOF Oscillator\nHarmonic Analysis of a Bracket\n\nPhase Angle\nHarmonic Study Properties\n\n\nExercise 5: Harmonic Analysis of Alternator Bracket\nExercise 6: Phase Angle Effects\n\n\nLesson 4: Response Spectrum Analysis\n\nResponse Spectrum Analysis\n\nResponse Spectrum\nResponse Spectrum Analysis Procedure\nResponse Spectrum Input\nMode Combination Method\n\n\n\nLesson 5: Random Vibration Analysis According to MIL-STD-810G\n\nRandom Vibration Analysis\n\nDistributed Mass\nPower Spectral Density Function\nOverall Level of Acceleration PSD\nDecibels\nRandom Study Properties\nAdvanced Options\nRMS Results\nPSD Results\n\n\nExercise 7: Random Vibration Analysis of an Electronics Enclosure\nExercise 8: Circuit Board Fatigue Estimates\nExercise 9: Random Vibration Analysis of a Starter Motor\n\n\nLesson 6: Random Vibration Fatigue\n\nRandom Vibration Fatigue\n\nMaterial Properties\, S-N Curve\nRandom Vibration Fatigue Options\n\n\nExercise 10: Random Vibration Fatigue of a Cantilever Beam\n\n\nLesson 7: Nonlinear Dynamic Analysis of an Electronic Enclosure\n\nLinear Dynamic Analysis\nNonlinear Dynamic Analysis\n\nLinear vs. Nonlinear Dynamic Analysis\nRayleigh Damping\nTime Integration Methods\nModified Central Difference\nNewmark and Wilson Methods\nIterative Methods
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SUMMARY:SOLIDWORKS Sheet Metal
DESCRIPTION:Skills Learned\n\nCreate manufacturing drawings of formed parts and flat patterns & automate drawings with bend tables\nApply various corner treatments and reliefs to aid manufacturing\nWork with imported geometry and convert to parametric sheet metal parts\nCreate form tools for press features\nDesign complex swept and lofted sheet metal parts\n\nCourse Examples\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSOLIDWORKS Sheet Metal Course Syllabus\nLesson 1: Basic Flange Features\n\nSheet Metal Methods\nUnique Sheet Metal Items\nFlange Method\nBase Flange/Tab\nSheet Metal Parameters\nSheet Metal Thickness and Bend Radius\nBend Allowance\n\nK-Factor\nBend Allowance\nBend Deduction\nSpecifying the Bend Allowance\n\n\nAuto Relief\nEditing Sheet Metal Parameters\nSheet Metal Bend Features\nFlat-Pattern Feature\n\nFlatten and Exit Flatten\nToggle Flat Display\n\n\nAdditional Flange Features\nEdge Flanges\n\nEdge Flange Settings\n\n\nEditing the Flange Profile\n\nFlange Profile Relations\n\n\nEdge Flanges on Curved Edges\nMiter Flanges\n\nMiter Flange Settings\n\n\nHem Feature\n\nHem Settings\n\n\nTab Features\nCuts in Sheet Metal\nSharing a Model\nSummary of Flange Features\nExercise 1: Sheet Metal Bracke\nExercise 2: Flange Features\nExercise 3: Edit Flange Profile\nExercise 4: Sheet Metal Box\nExercise 5: Assorted Framing Hangers\n\n\nLesson 2: Working with the Flat Pattern\n\nWorking with the Flat Pattern\nFlat Pattern Settings\nFeatures for Manufacture\nCorner-Trim Feature\n\nCorner-Trim Settings\n\n\nCorners in the Formed State\nClosed Corner\n\nClosed Corner Settings\n\n\nCorner Relief\nBreak Corner/Corner Trim\nProducing the Flat Pattern\nSheet Metal Cut List Properties\n\nAccessing Cut List Properties\n\n\nSheet Metal Drawings\nFlat Pattern Drawing Views\nFlat Pattern View Properties\nCut List Properties as a Note\nExporting the Flat Pattern\nExercise 6: Flat Pattern Settings\nExercise 7: Working with Corners\n\n\nLesson 3: Standardizing Sheet Metal Designs\n\nStandardizing Gauge Numbers and Bend Radii\nStandardizing Bend Allowance\nTopics for Standardizing Parameters\nUsing Tables\n\nGauge Tables\nBend Tables\nBend Allowance\nEditing the Gauge Table Selection\nGauge Table Training Files\nDefining Table File Locations\n\n\nCustom Sheet Metal Materials\nSheet Metal Templates\n\nSheet Metal Part Document Properties\nOther Part Template Settings\nSensors for Sheet Metal\nSheet Metal Drawing Document Properties\n\n\nSheet Metal Tables in Drawings\n\nAdding a Cut List Table\nAdding a Bend Table\n\n\nMapping DXF Output\n\nOptions for Map File\n\n\nExercise 8: Standardizing Sheet Metal Designs\n\n\nLesson 4: Additional Sheet Metal Techniques\n\nAdditional Sheet Metal Methods\nDesigning from the Flat\nSketched Bend Feature\nJog Feature\nAdding Features in an Unfolded State\nUnfold and Fold\n\nCreating Cuts in the Flat Pattern\n\n\nSwept Flange\nSwept Flange Flat Pattern Options\nLofted Bends\n\nBent Lofted Bends\nBent Bend Region Options\nFormed Lofted Bends\nFormed Bend Region Options\n\n\nLofted Bends in the Design Library\nExercise 9: Sheet Metal from Flat\nExercise 10: Jogs and Hems\nExercise 11: Fold & Unfold\nExercise 12: Conical Swept Flange\nExercise 13: Lofted Bends\nExercise 14: Using Symmetry\n\nManual Relief Cut\nSheet Metal Library Features\n\n\n\nLesson 5: Converting to Sheet Metal\n\nSheet Metal Conversion\nInsert Bends Method\nAdding Rips\nInsert Bends\n\nAssociated Features\nSwitching Between States\n\n\nMaking Changes\nWelded Corner\nConverting Cones and Cylinders\nConvert to Sheet Metal\n\nConvert to Sheet Metal Settings\nUsing Rip Sketches\n\n\nExercise 15: Working with Imported Geometry\nExercise 16: Unrolling a Cylinder\nExercise 17: Convert to Sheet Metal Practice\nExercise 18: Convert with Rips\nExercise 19: Sheet Metal Hopper\n\n\nLesson 6: Multibody Sheet Metal Parts\n\nMultibody Sheet Metal Parts\n\nTools to Create Multibody Sheet Metal Parts\n\n\nMultibodies with Base Flange\nSheet Metal Parameters for Multibodies\n\nSolid Body Feature History\n\n\nCut List Item Properties for Multibodies\nFlat Pattern Drawing Views for Multibodies\nCut List Balloon Annotations\nExporting to DXF/DWGs with Multibodies\nConvert with Multibodies\nHiding and Showing Bodies\n\nHide and Show\nHide/Show Bodies Command\nIsolate\nThe Display Pane\nSensors for Multibody Parts\n\n\nUsing Split with Sheet Metal Parts\nPatterning for Multibodies\nUsing Edge Flanges to Merge Bodies\nInterfering Bodies\nCombining Sheet Metal with Other Bodies\n\nAssigning Materials to Bodies\n\n\nExercise 20: Toolbox\nExercise 21: Mirroring and Merging Bodies\nExercise 22: Sheet Metal Trailer\n\n\nLesson 7: Forming Tools and Gussets\n\nSheet Metal Forming Tools\n\nHow They Work\n\n\nForming Tools in the Design Library\n\nThe Forming Tools Folder\nUsing an Existing Forming Tool\nForm Tool Feature Settings\n\n\nForm Tool Features in the Flat\nPart Document Properties\nCustom Forming Tools\nSplit Line\nForming Tool Feature\nLegacy Behavior for Forming Tools\nForm Tools in Drawings\n\nPunch Tables and Punch ID\n\n\nSheet Metal Gusset\nExercise 23: Customizing a Forming Tool\nExercise 24: Sheet Metal Gusset\n\n\nLesson 8: Additional Sheet Metal Functions\n\nAdditional Sheet Metal Functions\nCross-Breaks\n\nCross Break Settings\nCross Breaks in Drawings\n\n\nVent Features\nFill Pattern\nMirror Part\nTab and Slot\nProcess Plans\nExercise 25: Vent Cover
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CATEGORIES:Event,Mechanical,Sheet Metal
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SUMMARY:SOLIDWORKS Inspection
DESCRIPTION:Skills Learned\n\nBasics of SOLIDWORKS Inspection for creating ballooned drawings and inspection documents.\nWorking with both the add-in and standalone versions of SOLIDWORKS Inspection.\nSimplifying the creation of quality inspection reports with automation tools.\nUtilizing SOLIDWORKS Inspection Professional for advanced data entry and part inspection.\n\nCourse Examples\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSOLIDWORKS Inspection Course Syllabus\nLesson 1: Inspection Add-in\n\nWhat is SOLIDWORKS Inspection?\n\nInspection Add-in\n\n\nInspection Project\n\nProject Template\n\n\nCase Study: Inspection Project\n\nGeneral Settings\nExtraction Settings\nTolerance Settings\n\n\nSOLIDWORKS Inspection Manager\n\nCharacteristics\nCharacteristic Properties\nBalloon Settings\nReorder Balloons\nMultiple Characteristic Instances\nMulti-line Notes\n\n\nExport Inspection Data\nDesign Revision\nManual Ballooning\n\nStandalone Application\n\n\nWorking with 3D Document\nExercise 1: Balloon Characteristics\nExercise 2: Publish Reports and Export Project\nExercise 3: Extract and Export 3D Part\n\n\nLesson 2: Standalone Application\n\nUser Interface\n\nShortcut Keys\n\n\nCase Study: Inspection Project\nInspection Project\n\nProject Template\nProject Properties\nSave Options\nUnit/Tolerance Options\nBallooning Options\n\n\nManual Extract\n\nCharacteristic Pane\nHide and Show Extracted Annotation\nAuto Extract\nGDT Builder\n\n\nGeneral Characteristic Tools\n\nValidating Characteristics\n\n\nTable Manager\n\nBill of Material\nSpecifications\nCharacteristics\n\n\nManaging Characteristics\n\nReorder Balloons\n\n\nGrids\nMultiple Documents\nPublishing Reports\nDrawing Revisions\nExercise 4: Balloon Dimensions\nExercise 5: Balloon Notes\nExercise 6: Publish Ballooned Drawing and Inspection Report\n\nLesson 3: SOLIDWORKS Inspection Professional\n\nOverview\n\nMeasurements Input\nCMM Data Import\n\n\nLoading the Inspection Professional Add-in\nCase Study: Measurements Input\nMeasurements Input\n\nMeasurement Entries\nColor Coded Characteristics\nMultiple Measurements\nBonus Tolerance\n\n\nPublishing Reports With Inspection Results\nCMM Data Import\nCase Study: Import CMM Data\nExercise 7: Measurements Input\nExercise 8: CMM Import
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CATEGORIES:Event,Manufacturing,SOLIDWORKS Inspection
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SUMMARY:DraftSight Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Skills Learned\n\nLearn the fundamentals of DraftSight for efficient 2D drafting and design.\nUnderstand how to optimize drawings for manufacturability\, enhancing quality and efficiency.\nExplore DraftSight’s compatibility with various 2D formats for broad application.\nCreate and utilize existing libraries of Blocks\, Attributes\, and Entity Groups\nDiscover how DraftSight integrates with other SOLIDWORKS products for a comprehensive design and manufacturing solution.\n\nCourse Examples\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nDraftSight Essentials Course Syllabus\nLesson 1: User Interface\n\nUser Interface\nPointing Devices\nTitle Bar\nToolbars\nDock and Undock\nTool palettes\nCustomize – Tool palettes\nExercise 1: Mouse Gestures\nExercise 2: Tool Palettes\n\n\nLesson 2: View Commands\n\nViewing Drawings in DraftSight\nDynamic Pan\nDynamic Zoom\nZoom Window\nZoom Fit\nRebuild\nDisplay Quality\nZoom Previous\nNamed Views\nView Tiles\nViewports\nExercise 3: Zoom and Pan\nExercise 4: Views\n\n\nLesson 3: Coordinates\n\nDraftSight Coordinate System\nCartesian Coordinates\nInquiries\n\nDistance\nArea\nGet Properties\nGet Time\n\n\nUnits\n\nUnit Length Types\nAngular Unit Types\n\n\nBase Angle\nCoordinate Entry\nQuick Input\nEntity Snaps\n\nEsnap From Point\n\n\nDrawing Boundaries\nExercise 5: Inquiries\nExercise 6: Entity Snaps and Coordinates\n\n\nLesson 4: Creating a Simple Drawing\n\nDraftSight Drawing Basics\nNew Drawings\nLines\nDelete\nSelection Methods\nRectangle\nCircle\nUndo / Redo\nArc\nPolygon\nExercise 7: Create a simple drawing\n\n\nLesson 5: Modifying Entities\n\nModifications\nMove\nRotate\nMirror\nStretch\nCopy\nScale\nQuick Modify\nPower Trim\nExercise 8: Move and Rotate\nExercise 9: Mirror and Stretch\nExercise 10: Power Trim & Scale\n\n\nLesson 6: Properties and Layers\n\nLayers\nLayer States\n\nShow or Hide Layers\nFreeze and Thaw Layers\n\n\nLocked Layers\nLayer Manager\nEntity Properties\n\nColor\nLine Style\nLine Weight\n\n\nProperties Painter\nMerge Layers\nExercise 11: Layers and Properties\n\nLesson 7: Dimensions\n\nDimension Styles\nSmart Dimension\nLinear Dimension\nAngular Dimension\nDiameter Dimension\nDimension Palette\nContinue Dimensions\nSplit Dimension\nExercise 12: Dimension Style\nExercise 13: Dimensioning\nExercise 14: Modifying Dimensions\n\n\nLesson 8: Text\n\nText styles\nSimple Notes\nNotes\nNote Formatting\nSmart Leaders\nCurved Text\nFind and Replace\nSpell Check\nExercise 15: Adding Text\nExercise 16: Format Text\n\n\nLesson 9: Blocks\n\nMake Blocks\nPaste as Block\nInsert Block\nEdit Component\nAssign Attributes\nUpdate Block Attributes\nBlock Attributes Display Mode\nEdit Attributes\nExercise 17: Creating and Inserting Blocks\n\n\nLesson 10: Custom Blocks\n\nWhat are Custom Blocks?\n\nWhat is an Element?\nWhat is an Activity?\n\n\nEdit Blocks\nMirror Element\nMirror Activity\nVisibility States\nToggle Visibility\nExercise 18: Creating and testing a Custom Block\n\n\nLesson 11: Entity Groups\n\nEntity Groups\n\nCreating Entity Groups\nEntity Group Selection\nEntity Group Display Mode\nEntity Group\n\n\nEdit Entity Group\nExercise 19: Creating and Editing Entity Groups\n\n\nLesson 12: Printing\n\nPrinting in DraftSight\nPrint Previews\nPrint Configurations\nQuick Print\nManual setup\nAdditional Options\nStyle Table\nExercise 20: Manual Print
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SUMMARY:SOLIDWORKS Simulation Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Skills Learned\n\nUnderstanding the analysis process\, including stress analysis in plates\, brackets\, and other components.\nLearning mesh controls\, stress concentrations\, and boundary conditions to accurately predict real-world behaviors.\nConducting assembly analysis with interactions\, understanding symmetrical and self-equilibrated assemblies.\nExploring bonded mesh options\, analyzing thin components\, and employing mixed meshing techniques for shells and solids.\nImplementing beam elements for the analysis of structures like conveyor frames\, and mixed meshing for solids\, beams\, and shells in complex assemblies.\nConducting thermal stress analysis and adaptive meshing to refine results and ensure accuracy.\nUnderstanding large displacement analysis for evaluating nonlinear behaviors and permanent deformations.\n\nCourse Examples\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSOLIDWORKS Simulation Essentials Course Syllabus\nLesson 1: The Analysis Process\n\nThe Analysis Process\nCase Study: Stress in a Plate\n\nProject Description\nSOLIDWORKS Simulation Interface\n\n\nSOLIDWORKS Simulation Options\n\nPlot Settings\n\n\nPreprocessing\n\nNew Study\nAssigning Material Properties\nFixtures\nFixture Types\nExternal Loads\nSize and Color of Symbols\nPreprocessing Summary\n\n\nMeshing\n\nStandard Mesh\nCurvature-Based Mesh\nBlended Curvature-Based Mesh\nMesh Density\nElement Sizes\nMinimum Number of Elements in a Circle\nRatio\nMesh Quality\n\n\nProcessing\nPostprocessing\n\nResult Plots\nModifying Result Plots\nNodal vs. Element Stresses\nShow as Tensor Plot Option\nAverage stresses at mid-nodes\nManaging Result Plots\nAdditional Plot Controls\nOther Plots\n\n\nMultiple Studies\n\nCreating New Studies\nCopy Parameters\nCheck Convergence and Accuracy\nResults Summary\nComparison with Analytical Results\n\n\nReports\nExercise 1: Bracket\nExercise 2: Compressive Spring Stiffness\nExercise 3: Container Handle\n\nLesson 2: Mesh Controls\, Stress Concentrations and Boundary Conditions\n\nMesh Control\nCase Study: The L Bracket\nProject Description\n\nStages in the Process\nRun This Study\nAnalysis with Local Mesh Refinement\nMesh Controls\nResults Comparison\nStress Singularities\nSuppressed Configuration\n\n\nCase Study: Analysis of Bracket with a Fillet\n\nResult Force\n\n\nCase Study: Analysis of a Welded Bracket\nUnderstanding the Effect of Boundary Conditions\nExercise 4: C-bracket\nExercise 5: Bone Wrench\n\nLesson 3: Assembly Analysis with Interactions\n\nInteraction Analysis\nCase Study: Pliers with Global Interaction\n\nProject Description\nStages in the Process\nComponent Interaction\nComponent Interaction: Options\nComponent Interactions: Default Setting\nComponent Contact: Hierarchy and Conflicts\n\n\nStudy Properties\n\nViewing Assembly Results\nStrong Enough?\n\n\nContact or Bonded Interaction\nPliers with Local Interaction\n\nLocal Interaction\nLocal Interaction Types\nSelf-Contact\nRequired Force\nLocal Interaction Contact Properties\nContact Formulation\nContact Stresses\n\n\nExercise 6: Two Ring Assembly\n\nLesson 4: Symmetrical and Free Self-Equilibrated Assemblies\n\nShrink Fit Parts\nCase Study: Shrink Fit\nProject Description\n\nSymmetry\nDefeaturing\nRigid Body Mode\nUnderconstrained Bodies\nShrink Fit Contact Condition\nPlot Results in Local Coordinate System\nCylindrical Coordinate Systems\nSaving All Plots\nWhat’s Wrong Feature\n\n\nAnalysis with Soft Springs\n\nSoft Springs\nInertial Relief\nCollapse Tree Item\n\n\nExercise 7: Bone Wrench Assembly\n\nLesson 5: Assembly Analysis with Connectors and Mesh Refinement\n\nCase Study: Cardan Joint\nRemote Load/Mass\n\nLoad Location\nReference Coordinate System\nTypes of Loads\nConnection Type\n\n\nConnectors\n\nConnector Types\nAutomatic Conversion of Toolbox Fasteners to Bolts\nDistributed Coupling\nBolt Strength Data\nBolt Pre-load\nBolt Tight fit and Diameter\nInteraction Viewer\nAutomatically Find Local Interactions\nLocal Interaction Contact Properties\nPin Connectors\nRotational and Axial Stiffness\nVirtual Wall\, Axial and Tangential Stiffness\n\n\nMesh Control in an Assembly\n\nRequired Number of Solid Elements in Thin Features\nPin/Bolt Force\n\n\nMesh Plots\n\nQuality Plot\nFactor of Safety Plot\n\n\nExercise 8: Chain Link\nExercise 9: Lift Assembly\nBearings\n\nBearing Connectors\nBearing Fixtures\nBearing Loads\n\n\nExercise 10: Spot Welds-Solid Mesh\n\nInteraction Between Parts\n\n\nExercise 11: Bolt Connectors\nExercise 12: Wood Splitter\n\nLesson 6: Bonded Mesh Options\n\nBonded Mesh Options\nCase Study: Rotor\nCentrifugal Force\nCyclical Symmetry\nBonding Options\n\nGap Range\nCommon Nodes\nAutomatic Switch\n\n\nBonding Formulation\n\nNode to Surface\nSurface to Surface\n\n\nExercise 13: Vise Grip Pliers\n\nSpring Connector Types\nSpring Connector Options\n\n\n\nLesson 7: Analysis of Thin Components\n\nThin Components\nCase Study: Pulley\nPart 1: Mesh with Solid Elements\n\nSymmetry Fixtures\n\n\nPart 2: Refined Solid Mesh\nSolid vs. Shell\nCreating Shell Elements\nPart 3: Shell Elements – Mid-plane Surface\n\nThin vs. Thick Shells\nShell Mesh Colors\nChanging Mesh Orientation\nShell Element Alignment\nRender shell thickness in 3D\nApplying Symmetry Restraints\n\n\nResults Comparison\n\nComputational Effort\n\n\nCase Study: Joist Hanger\nConvergence Check Plot\nExercise 14: Bracket\nExercise 15: Shell Mesh Using Outer/Inner Faces\nExercise 16: Edge Weld Connector\nExercise 17: Container Handle Weld\n\nLesson 8: Mixed Meshing Shells & Solids\n\nMixed Meshing Solids and Shells\n\nBonding Shells and Solids\nMixed Mesh: Supported Analysis Types\n\n\nCase Study: Pressure Vessel\n\nProject Description\nAnalyze the Assembly\nPreparing the Model\nMaterial\nSteel Identification Systems\nUNS Index\nOther Indices\nBulk and Shear Moduli\nShell to Shell Bonding\nShell to Solid Bonded\nFailure Diagnostics\nMeshing Small Features\nIncremental Meshing\n\n\nExercise 18: Mixed Mesh Analysis\nSimulation Evaluator\n\nLesson 9: Beam Elements-Analysis of a Conveyor Frame\n\nProject Description\n\nElement Choices\nBeam Elements\nTruss Elements\nStages in the Process\nSlenderness Ratio\nSection Properties\nConnected and Disconnected Joints\nSphere Diameter Defining Beam Joint\nBeam Joints: Locations\nBeam Joint Types\nRender Beam Profile\nBeam Stress Components\nCross-section 1st and 2nd Directions\nBending Moment and Shear Force Diagram\n\n\n\nLesson 10: Mixed Meshing Solids\, Beams & Shells\n\nMixed Meshing\nCase Study: Particle Separator\nBeam Imprint\nExercise 19: Cabinet\nExercise 20: Frame Rigidity\n\nLesson 11: Design Study\n\nCase Study: Suspension Design\nPart 1: Multiple Load Cases\n\nDesign Studies\nParameters\nDesign Study Results\nDesign Study Options\n\n\nPart 2: Geometry Modification\n\nDesign Study Graph\n\n\nExercise 21: Design Study\n\nLesson 12: Thermal Stress Analysis\n\nThermal Stress Analysis\nCase Study: Bimetallic Strip\n\nProject Description\nMaterial Properties\nImporting Temperature and Pressure\n\n\nSaving Model in its Deformed Shape\n\nLesson 13: Adaptive Meshing\n\nAdaptive Meshing\nCase Study: Support Bracket\nh-Adaptivity Study\n\nh-Adaptivity Options\nh-Adaptive Plots\nConvergence Graph\nReview h-adaptive Solution\nStrain Energy Error is NOT Stress Error\n\n\np-Adaptivity Study\n\np-Adaptive Solution Method\nh vs. p Elements\nMethod Comparison\n\n\nh vs. p Elements – Summary\n\nWhich Solution Method is Better?\n\n\n\nLesson 14: Large Displacement Analysis\n\nSmall vs. Large Displacement Analysis\nCase Study: Clamp\nPart 1: Small Displacement Linear Analysis\n\nResults Discussion\nContact in Small and Large Displacement Analyses\n\n\nPart 2: Large Displacement Nonlinear Analysis\n\nPermanent Deformation\nSOLIDWORKS Simulation Premium\n\n\n\nRelated Events\n\n\n\nSOLIDWORKS Surface Modeling \nAugust 28 @ 8:00 am – August 29 @ 5:00 pm CDT\n\n\nSOLIDWORKS Simulation Professional \nSeptember 2 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm CDT\n\n\nSOLIDWORKS Advanced Part Modeling \nSeptember 3 @ 8:00 am – September 5 @ 5:00 pm CDT
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SUMMARY:SOLIDWORKS Advanced Part Modeling
DESCRIPTION:Skills Learned\n\nMultibody design techniques to create combine and manage multiple solid bodies in a single part file\nMaster advanced sweeps\, lofts\, and boundary features to create complex shapes\nProficiency using splines to creating complex organic shapes & advanced spline manipulation techniques\n3D sketches and curve features to add dynamic elements to models\nManipulation of face features and freeform part design\n\nCourse Examples\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSOLIDWORKS Advanced Part Modeling Course Syllabus\nLesson 1: Multibody Design Techniques\n\nMultibody Parts\nHide/Show Tree Items\nMultibody Design Techniques\n\nCreating a Multibody\nMerge Result\n\n\nCase Study: Multibody Design\n\nContour Selection\n\n\nSolid Bodies Folder\nLocal Operations\nFeature Scope\nPatterning Bodies\nTool Body Technique\n\nUsing Insert Part\nExternal References\nEntities to Transfer\nLocate Part and Move/Copy Bodies\n\n\nCombining Bodies\nSharing a Model\nCase Study: Protective Screen\nIntersect with Solid Bodies\nCase Study: Bowl\n\nCalculating Internal Volume\n\n\nIndent Feature\nCase Study: Indent\nDeleting Solid Bodies\n\nDelete/Keep Body Feature\n\n\nExercise 1: Bridging a Multibody Part\nExercise 2: Local Operations\nExercise 3: Positioning Inserted Parts\nExercise 4: Patterning Bodies\nExercise 5: Modeling Negative Space\nExercise 6: Combining a Multibody Part\nExercise 7: Indent\n\n\nLesson 2: Saving Solid Bodies\n\nMultibody Part vs. Assembly\nSaving Bodies Functions\n\nDefault Templates\n\n\nCase Study: Clamp\nInsert into New Part\nSave Bodies\nCase Study: Boat Cleat\nModeling for Rapid Tooling\nSplitting a Part into Multiple Bodies\n\nSplit Feature\n\n\nCase Study: Handle\n\nSaving Split Bodies\n\n\nAutomating an Assembly\nCase Study: Using Split Part with Legacy Data\nExercise 8: Insert into New Part\nExercise 9: Split Part and Save Bodies\nExercise 10: Modeling for Rapid Tooling\n\n\nLesson 3: Sketching with Splines\n\nCurves in Sketches\nUsing Sketch Pictures\nCase Study: Guitar Body\nSplines\n\nStandard Spline\nCreating and Manipulating Splines\nAnatomy of a Spline\nSpline Tools\n\n\nAdding Spline Relations\n\nSpline Handle Basics\nSpline Handle Relations\n\n\nChanging the Shape of a Spline\n\nThe Control Polygon\nManipulating the Spline Handles\n\n\nFully Defining Splines\nEvaluating Splines\n\nSpline Evaluation Tools\nWhat is Curvature?\nEvaluating Curve Quality using Curvature Combs\nSpline Parameters\nOther Spline Modification Tools\n\n\nCase Study: Two Point Spline\n\nEqual Curvature and Torsion Continuity\nEvaluating Continuity with Curvature Combs\n\n\nAnalyzing Solid Geometry\n\nDisplay Curvature\nZebra Stripes\nSurface Curvature Combs\n\n\nCase Study: Torsion Continuity\nStyle Spline\nCase Study: Watering Can Handle\n\nStyle Spline Types\nStyle Spline Tools\n\n\nFit Spline\nCase Study: Coffee Cup\n\nFit Spline Parameters\nFit Spline Tolerance\nSplines Summary\n\n\nExercise 11: Fleur-de-lis\nExercise 12: Soda Bottle\nExercise 13: Spline Practice\nExercise 14: Coffee Cup Handle\nExercise 15: Fun with Splines\n\n\nLesson 4: Introduction to Sweeping\n\nSweeping\nCase Study: Faux Raised Panel Door\nSweep with Guide Curves\nCase Study: Bottle Body\n\nPierce Relation\nShowing Intermediate Sections\nMulti-thickness Shell\n\n\nThe SelectionManager\nCase Study: Hanger Bracket\nExercise 16: Oval Foot Drawer Pull\n\nSymmetrical Splines\n\n\nExercise 17: Tire Iron\n\nCircular Profile Sweep\nDome Feature\n\n\nExercise 18: Starship Fuselage\nExercise 19: Build Your Own Bottle\n\n\nLesson 5: 3D Sketching and Curve Features\n\nCurve Features\nCase Study: Spring\nSweeping Along a 3D Path\n3D Sketching\n\nUsing Reference Planes\nAdditional Techniques\nSpace Handle\nSubset of Sketch Entities and Relations\n\n\nHelix Curve\n\nHelix and Spiral Feature\n\n\nCreating a 3D Curve from Orthogonal Views\nProjected Curve Feature\nCombining Curves\n\nComposite Curve Feature\n\n\nSmoothing Transitions\nExercise 20: 3D Sketching\nExercise 21: 3D Sketching with Planes\n\nActivating a Plane\nCreating a Plane within a 3D Sketch\n\n\nExercise 22: D-cell Flashlight Spring\nExercise 23: Water Bottle Cage\n\nLesson 6: Threads and Library Feature Parts\n\nBottle Features\n\nLibrary Feature Parts\n\n\nCase Study: Modeling Threads\n\nThread Feature\nThread Profile\n\n\nSaving a Library Feature Part\nPerformance Considerations\n\nPerformance Settings in System Options\nPerformance Settings in Document Properties\nSuppressing Features\nUsing the Freeze Bar\n\n\nCase Study: Adding the Label Outline\n\nDesigning a Library Feature Part\nLibrary Feature File Locations\nAnatomy of a Library Feature Part\nFile Explorer\nDissolve Library Feature\n\n\nCreating the Sweep Path\n\nSplitting a Face\n\n\nSweeping Along Model Edges\n\nPropagate Along Tangent Edges\n\n\nExercise 24: Worm Gear\nExercise 25: Cosmetic Threads\n\nUsing the Stud Wizard\nAdding Cosmetic Threads\n\n\nExercise 26: Adding the Bottle Lip\nExercise 27: Starship Continued\n\n\nLesson 7: Advanced Sweeping\n\nSweep Options\nAdditional Sweep Settings\nProfile Orientation\n\nIntermediate Sections\nFollow Path\nKeep Normal Constant\n\n\nCase Study: Keep Normal Constant\nIntersection Curve Feature\nVisualizing Sweep Sections\n\nFace Curves\nControlling Twist\n\n\nCase Study: Controlling Twist\nCase Study: Controlling Twist with Guide Curves\nCase Study: Align with End Faces\n\nSweeping Along Non-tangent Edges\n\n\nSolid Profile\nCase Study: Drill Bit\nExercise 28: Twist Along Path\nExercise 29: Controlling Twist with Guide Curves\n\nEquation Driven Curve\nWhat do the Equations Mean?\n\n\nExercise 30: Makeup Case\nExercise 31: Mouse\nExercise 32: Blower Housing\n\n\nLesson 8: Introduction to Loft and Boundary Features\n\nComparing Complex Features\nHow Lofting and Boundary Work\nCase Study: Defroster Vent\nLoft Feature\n\nPreparation of the Profiles\nMerge Tangent Faces\nStart and End Constraints\n\n\nBoundary Feature\n\nBoundary with Surfaces\nSelectionManager in Loft and Boundary\n\n\nCase Study: Lofted Merge\nCase Study: Reusing Sketches\nCopying a Sketch\nModify Sketch\nDerived Sketches\nBoundary Preview Options\nSketch Block and Library Feature Profiles\nExercise 33: Lofted Vase\nExercise 34: Creating a Transition\nExercise 34: Creating a Transition\nExercise 36: Sketch Blocks as Profiles\n\nCurve Through XYZ\nSketch Blocks\n\n\n\n\nLesson 9: Advanced Loft and Boundary Features\n\nAdditional Curves in Loft and Boundary\nCenterline Lofting\nCase Study: Heat Shield\n\nSharing Sketches\n\n\nLoft Preview Options\nAdding Sketch Segments\n\nSegment\nSplit Entities\n\n\nCleaning Up a Model\nDeleting Faces\n\nDelete Face Feature\n\n\nEvaluating Edges\n\nDeviation Analysis\n\n\nFace Fillets\nCase Study: Hook\n\nPlanning a Modeling Strategy\n\n\nCurve Influence\nExercise 37: Hook Continued\nExercise 38: Funnel\n\nConics\n\n\nExercise 39: Rocker Arm\n\n\nLesson 10: Advanced Filleting and Other Features\n\nFillet Settings\nFillet Parameters\n\nFillet Method\nFillet Profile\n\n\nConstant Size Fillets\n\nMultiple Radius\nSetback Parameters\n\n\nDelete Face: Delete and Fill\nPartial Edge Parameters\nFillet Options\n\nSelect Through Faces\nKeep Features\nRound Corners\nOverflow Options\n\n\nVariable Size Fillets\n\nVariable Size Control Points\nVariable Size Fillet Profile\nStraight and Smooth Transitions\nZero Radius Values\n\n\nFace Fillets\n\nCurvature Continuous Fillets\nRadial or Chord Width Definition\nHold Lines\n\n\nFilletXpert\nOther Advanced Features\nWrap Feature\nDirect Editing\n\nMove Face Feature\n\n\nExercise 40: Variable Radius Fillet\nExercise 41: Face Fillets\nExercise 42: Bottle Fillets\nExercise 43: Watering Can\nExercise 44: Delete Face\nExercise 45: Direct Editing
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SUMMARY:SOLIDWORKS Simulation Professional
DESCRIPTION:Skills Learned\n\nUnderstand and apply heat transfer analysis for evaluating thermal properties and behaviors.\nConduct frequency analysis to determine resonant frequencies and mode shapes of designs.\nAnalyze fatigue to predict the life expectancy of products under repeated loading.\nPerform stability analysis based on linear buckling concepts to assess structural stability.\nUtilize 2D simulations for plane stress\, strain\, and axisymmetry scenarios.\nApply pressure vessel modulus for analyzing pressure vessels and similar structures.\nAddress and analyze parts and assemblies with various gap/contact conditions.\n\nCourse Examples\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSOLIDWORKS Simulation Professional Course Syllabus\nLesson 1: Frequency Analysis of Parts\n\nModal Analysis Basics\n\nRequired Material Properties\nFrequencies and Mode Shapes\nFundamental Frequency\n\n\nCase Study: The Tuning Fork\nFrequency Analysis With Supports\n\nPostprocessing Frequency Results\n\n\nFrequency Analysis Without Supports\n\nAutomatic Saving of a Model File\nRigid Body Modes\nFundamental Frequency\nEffect of Restraints\n\n\nFrequency Analysis with Load\n\nEffects of Prestress\n\n\nExercise 1: Frequency Analysis of a Car Suspension Bulkhead\nExercise 2: Frequency Analysis of a Blower Fan\n\nPart 1: Analysis Without Load\nPart 2: Analysis With Load\nDesign Study (optional)\n\n\nExercise 3: Frequency Analysis of an Impeller\n\n\nLesson 2: Frequency Analysis of Assemblies\n\nCase Study: The Engine Mount\nAll Bonded Interaction Conditions\n\nRemote Mass\nMass Properties\nConnecting the Assembly Parts\n\n\nBonded and Free Interactions\nExercise 4: Frequency Analysis of a Particle Separator\nExercise 5: Frequency Analysis of Tuning Forks Assembly\n\n\nLesson 3: Buckling Analysis\n\nBuckling Analysis\n\nLinear vs. Nonlinear Buckling Analysis\nBuckling Factor of Safety (BFS)\nBuckling Analysis Considerations\n\n\nCase Study: Particle Separator\n\nConclusion\nCalculating Buckling Loads\nResults Discussion\nWill the structure Buckle or Yield First?\n\n\nExercise 6: Buckling Analysis of a Stool\nExercise 7: Cabinet\n\n\nLesson 4: Load Cases\n\nLoad Cases\nCase Study: Scaffolding\n\nProject Description\nInitial Load Case\n\n\n\n\nLesson 5: Submodeling\n\nSubmodeling\n\nParent Study\n\n\nCase Study: Scaffolding\nPart 1: Parent Study\n\nParent Load Cases in Submodeling Study\n\n\nPart 2: Child Study\n\nSelecting Components for Submodeling\nSubmodel Fixtures\nEnergy Norm Error Plot\n\n\n\n\nLesson 6: Topology Analysis\n\nCase Study: Rear Bike Shock Link\nGoals and Constraints\n\nBest Stiffness to Weight ratio\nMinimize Maximum Displacement\nMinimize Mass\n\n\nManufacturing Controls\n\nAdd Preserved Region\nSpecified Thickness Control\nSpecify De-mold Direction\nSpecify Symmetry Planes\n\n\nMesh Effects\nLoad Cases in Topology Studies\nExport Smoothed Mesh\nExercise 8: Topology Analysis of a Stool\n\n\nLesson 7: Thermal Analysis\n\nThermal Analysis Basics\n\nMechanisms of Heat Transfer\nConduction\nConvection\nRadiation\nMaterial Properties for Thermal Analysis\n\n\nCase Study: Microchip Assembly\nSteady-State Thermal Analysis\n\nInterfacial Conductance\nInsulation\nInitial Temperature\nThermal Results\nHeat Flux\nHeat Power\n\n\nTransient Thermal Analysis\n\nImporting Convective Effect from SOLIDWORKS Flow\nSimulation\nTransient Data Sensors\nResults Comparison\n\n\nTransient Analysis with Time Varying Load\n\nTime Curves\nTemperature Curves\n\n\nTransient Thermal Analysis using a Thermostat\n\nSymmetry Boundary Condition in Thermal Analysis\n\n\nExercise 9: Thermal Analysis of a Cup\n\nLesson 8: Thermal Analysis with Radiation\n\nCase Study: Spot Light Assembly\nSteady State Analysis\n\nReview of Analysis Parameters\nHeat Flux Singularities\n\n\n\n\nLesson 9: Advanced Thermal Stress2D Simplification\n\nThermal Stress Analysis\nCase Study: Metal Expansion Joint\nThermal Analysis\n\n2D Simplification\nPrescribed Temperature Condition\nMeshing Considerations in Thermal Analysis\n\n\nThermal Stress Analysis\n\nImporting Temperatures and Pressures from SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation\nReference Temperature at Zero Strains\n\n\n3D Model\nExercise 10: Thermal Stress Analysis of a Microchip Testing Assembly\n\nThermal Stress Study\nChange in Thermal Boundary Conditions\n\n\nExercise 11: Thermal Stress Analysis of a Gas Tank\nExercise 12: Thermal Stress Analysis of a Thermoelectric Cooler\n\n\nLesson 10: Fatigue Analysis\n\nFatigue\n\nStages of Failure due to Fatigue\nHigh vs. Low Cycle Fatigue\n\n\nStress-life (S-N) Based Fatigue\n\nFatigue Loading\n\n\nCase Study: Pressure Vessel\nThermal Study\nThermal Stress Study\n\nStatic Pressure Study\n\n\nFatigue Terminology\n\nS-N Curve\n\n\nFatigue Study\n\nDerive from Material Elastic Modulus\nConstant Amplitude Events Interaction\nAlternating Stress Computation\nMean Stress Correction\nFatigue Strength Reduction Factor\nDamage Factor Plot\nDamage Result Discussion\n\n\nFatigue Study with Dead Load\n\nDead Loads in Fatigue Analysis\nBolts in Fatigue Analysis\nFind Cycle Peaks\n\n\nExercise 13: Fatigue Analysis of a Basketball Rim\nExercise 14: Fatigue of Trailer Hitch\n\n\nLesson 11: Variable Amplitude Fatigue\n\nCase Study: Suspension\nFatigue Study\n\nVariable Amplitude Fatigue Event\nRainflow Cycle Counting Method\nVariable Loading Curve\nBins for Rainflow Counting\nNoise in Random Loading History\nFatigue Strength Reduction Factor\nRainflow Matrix Chart\nFatigue Literature\n\n\n\n\nLesson 12: Drop Test Analysis\n\nDrop Test Analysis\nCase Study: Camera\nRigid Floor Drop Test\n\nDrop Test Parameters\nDynamic Analysis\nDamping\nSolution Time\nGraphing Results\nLinear vs. Nonlinear Solution\n\n\nElastic Floor\, Elasto-Plastic Material\nElasto-Plastic Material Model\n\nElasto-Plastic Model Parameters\nProcessing Elasto-Plastic Results\n\n\nDrop Test with Contact Interaction (optional)\nExercise 15: Drop Test of a Clip\n\n\nLesson 13: Optimization Analysis\n\nOptimization Analysis\nCase Study: Press Frame\nStatic and Frequency Analyses\nOptimization Analysis\n\nOptimization Goal\nDesign Variable Summary\nDefine Constraints\nConstraint Tolerance\nConstraint Definition Procedure\nPostprocessing Optimization Results\nLocal Trend Graphs\n\n\nExercise 16: Optimization Analysis of a Cantilever Bracket\nExercise 17: Optimization of Heat Sink\n\n\nLesson 14: Pressure Vessel Analysis\n\nCase Study: Pressure Vessel\n\nStress Intensity\nMembrane and Bending Stresses (stress linearization)\nBasic Stress Intensity Limits\n\n\nPressure Vessel Analysis\n\nLoad Case Combinations\nGeneral Primary Membrane Stress Intensity\n\n\nManhole Nozzle Flange and Cover\n\nStress Linearization\n\n\n\nRelated Events\n\n\n\nSOLIDWORKS Simulation Essentials \nAugust 25 @ 8:00 am – August 27 @ 5:00 pm CDT\n\n\nSOLIDWORKS Surface Modeling \nAugust 28 @ 8:00 am – August 29 @ 5:00 pm CDT\n\n\nSOLIDWORKS Advanced Part Modeling \nSeptember 3 @ 8:00 am – September 5 @ 5:00 pm CDT
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SUMMARY:SOLIDWORKS Surface Modeling
DESCRIPTION:Skills Learned\n\nCreate complex organic shapes with Surfacing Tools\nFix issues with geometry and clean up scan data\nMaster complex lofting\, sweeps\, boundary blends\, & surface trims\nCombine solid and surface modeling techniques with hybrid modeling\nEvaluate parts for curvature continuity to improve part quality and improve manufacturability\n\nCourse Examples\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSOLIDWORKS Surface Modeling Course Syllabus\nLesson 1: Understanding Surfaces\n\nSolids and Surfaces\n\nGeometry vs. Topology\n\n\nWhat is a Solid?\n\nEuler’s Formula\n\n\nBehind the Scenes\n\nAdjusting FeatureManager Settings\nIntroducing: Extruded Surface\nIntroducing: Planar Surface\nIntroducing: Trim Surface\nIntroducing: Untrim Surface\nFace Curves and Mesh Preview\nIntroducing: Face Curves\nSurface Types\nFour-Sided Surfaces\nIntroducing: Knit Surface\n\n\nCreating Solids from Surfaces\n\nIntroducing: Create Solid\nIntroducing: Thicken.\n\n\nDecomposing a Solid into Surfaces\n\nIntroducing: Delete Face. .\n\n\nAdditional Surface Concepts\n\nBoolean Operations.\nEdges vs. Holes\n\n\nTake Aways\nWhy Use Surfaces?\n\nWhen Not to Use Surfaces\nHybrid Modeling\n\n\nContinuity Explained\nWorkflow with Surfaces\n\nWorking with Images\nLayout Sketch\nIdentify Symmetry and Edges\nIdentify Functional Faces\nCheck your Models Frequently\nCheck Entity\nUnderstanding Rebuild Options\nIntroducing: Verification on Rebuild\nFolders in the FeatureManager Design Tree.\nClean-up\n\n\nExercise 1: Trimming Surfaces.\nExercise 2: Trimming and Knitting\n\nIntroducing: Curve Through Reference Points\n\n\n\n\nLesson 2: Introduction to Surfacing\n\nSimilarities Between Solid and Surface Modeling\nBasic Surfacing\n\nIntroducing: Revolved Surface\nIntroducing: Swept Surface\nFilleting Surfaces\nCutting the Bottom\nIntroducing: Radiate Surface\nIntroducing: Cut with Surface\n\n\nSharing a Model\nAlternative to Trim\n\nIntroducing: Intersect\nSolid from Imported Surfaces\nChanging a Solid With a Surface\nRecreating a Molded Part\n\n\nExercise 3: Basic Surface Modeling\n\nIntroducing: Extend Surface\n\n\nExercise 4: Halyard Guide\nExercise 5: Finial Scroll\n\nRuled Surface\n\n\nExercise 6: Using Intersect\nExercise 7: Camera Body\n\n\nLesson 3: Solid-Surface Hybrid Modeling\n\nHybrid Modeling\nUsing Surfaces to Modify Solids\n\nDisplay\nIntroducing: Replace Face\n\n\nInterchanging Between Solids and Surfaces\nPerformance Implications\n\nWhat Contributes to Rebuild Time?\n\n\nSurfaces as Construction Geometry\n\nStages in the Process\n\n\nIntersection Curve Feature\nMaking Copies of Faces\n\nIntroducing: Offset Surface\nRepairing Countersunk Hole Problem\n\n\nFlattening Surfaces\n\nIntroducing: Surface Flatten\n\n\nExercise 8: Lofting Between Surfaces\nExercise 9: Finial Wrap\nExercise 10: Flatten Surface\n\n\nLesson 4: Repairing and Editing Imported Geometry\n\nImporting Data\n\nModeling Kernels\nContents of a CAD File\nFile Formats\nFormat Recommendations\n\n\nFile Translation\nWhy Do Imports Fail?\nSOLIDWORKS Import Options\n\n3D Interconnect for Native File Formats\n3D Interconnect for Neutral File Formats\n\n\nImporting a STEP File\n\nIntroducing: Import Diagnostics\nAddressing Errors in 3D Interconnect Imports\nAnother Option\n\n\nComparing Geometry\n\nAddressing Translation Errors\n\n\nRepairing and Editing Imported Geometry\n\nIntroducing: Check Entity.\nIntroducing: Display Curvature\nPatching Strategies\nIntroducing: Filled Surface\nAnother Strategy .\n\n\nProcedure for Rebuilding Fillets\n\nExtend Surface\nEditing Imported Parts\nDelete Hole\n\n\nExercise 11: Import Diagnosis\nExercise 12: Using Import Surface and Replace Face\nExercise 13: Repairing Imported Geometry\n\nLesson 5: Blends and Patches\n\nSmoothing Patches\n\nThree Alternative Approaches\n\n\nBoundary Surface\n\nIntroducing: Boundary Surface\n\n\nCorner Blends\n\nStages in the Process\nAlternative Approach\nSpline on Surface\nIntroducing: Spline on Surface\n\n\nExercise 14: Bathtub Fillet\nExercise 15: Corner Blend\n\n\nLesson 6: Complex Blends\n\nComplex Blends\n\nStages in the Process\nSplitting Trim Boundaries\nThe Cumulative Effect of Tolerances\nHide/Show Bodies\nIntroducing: Hide/Show Bodies\nUsing the Tab Key\nTrimming the Bottom Bracket\n\n\nFreeform Feature\n\nIntroducing: Freeform\nMesh Orientation\nUsing the Triad\nMoving Control Points\nUndoing Changes\nBoundary Conditions\n\n\nExercise 16: Bicycle Frame\nExercise 17: Patches\n\n\nLesson 7: Advanced Surface Modeling\n\nStages in the Process\n\nUsing Sketch Pictures\nCreating the Parting Surface\nConstruction Surfaces\nLofted Surface\nAdding a Loft Section\nAn Alternative Approach\n\n\nModeling the Lower Half\n\nIntroducing: Partial Ellipse\nPreparation for Using Filled Surface\nCompleting the Solid Model\n\n\nDesign Changes\n\nDynamic Feature Editing\nIntroducing: Instant3D\nReplacing the Planar Face\nCreating a Flat Surface\n\n\nExercise 18: Mouse Model\nExercise 19: Bar of Soap\nExercise 20: Handle\n\n\nLesson 8: Master Model Techniques\n\nIntroduction to Master Models\n\nTransmitting Curve Data\nPush and Pull type Operations\nNaming Bodies\nSpecifying the Configuration of the Parent\nSplit Feature\nSummary of Recommendations\n\n\nSurface Master Model Technique\n\nPropagating Changes\n\n\nWorking with a Solid Master Model\n\nSplitting the Part\nModeling the Keypad\n\n\nSpecialized Features for Plastic Parts\n\nIntroducing: Fastening Features\nMounting Boss\nReveal\nIntroducing: Draft Analysis\nSnap Hook and Groove\nFavorites\nSaving the Bodies and Creating an Assembly\n\n\nExercise 21: Solid Master Model\n\nRelated Events\n\n\n\nSOLIDWORKS Advanced Part Modeling \nSeptember 3 @ 8:00 am – September 5 @ 5:00 pm CDT\n\n\nSOLIDWORKS Sheet Metal \nSeptember 8 @ 8:00 am – September 9 @ 5:00 pm CDT\n\n\nDraftSight Essentials \nSeptember 10 @ 8:00 am – September 11 @ 5:00 pm CDT
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CATEGORIES:Mechanical,Surface Modeling
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