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Is it possible to switch solidworks files straight into mastercam so i can just place my contours and pockets?
Hello everyone, new guy here. I'm having problems sketching a closed spline with a corner. Think of a drop shape for instance or an airfoil cross section (which is what I'm actually trying to...
The company I work for is looking into making its own conveyors. I am also learning solidworks. Does anyone know of a really good tutorial on modeling and assembly a roller chain setup? Thanks.
Hi, Im trying to get a proportional fillet. Ive set the outer fillet at 6mm but what would the inner fillet be? If i do it by eye it looks off. Its a simple extruded object.
I have a directory with about 70 SW drawings in it. I have been give the task of pulling a report that will give me the following: $PRPSHEET:"Description" $PRPSHEET:"Revision"...
I am trying to model a Ram's head, and cannot get the horns to work. I've used many combinations of the sketch tools and features; helixes, lofts, 3d sketches, new planes, extrusions...the list goes...
Hi, I've been using the software for couple of months now (SW2010)...And everything just run smooth and fine..My question is How can I create a 2D drawing of Helical Gear?I've been creating 2D...
Hello Guy!! Is there anybody who has passed the CSDA certification in order to talk. I really need some help. Thanks in advance
Guys i am trying to model a wire mesh with no idea how to even start. Yes, i do need to model wire mesh, no textures allowed because i want to simulate a fan blowing air through it and then do some...
We have a gentleman in our office who is running Windows 7 x64 with AutoCAD 2009 32 bit, and SolidWorks 2010. I believe the SW copy is 32 bit. Anyway, this particular user is constantly experiencing...
I am just starting to play with Autocad 3D. Is it in any way the same as solidworks? It seems cumbersome, but I will look at a few tutorials. As of now, I don't see anything familiar, well there...
Hi Everyone, I am recently graduated and decided to take CSWA exam. I just have one doubt. Do we need to have a registered Solidworks Software or can I take my exam with the SolidWorks 2012...
Were could I get help with a Solidworks program ... I have veiwed a few on youtube, but I couldnt catch up with the progress :( I would like to know if their is a training application/program...
Hi, I have a query on Solidworks nor Solidedge. Does it has a capability to do a pattern like sheet metal dev. do? From 3D Elbow to a flat pattern (see attach image for clearer pics)
In inventor you can right click a sketch in the browser and easily export it to a dwg or dxf file. Can you do this in solidworks?
My work computer has a Quadro FX 4800 and dual monitors, i want to add 2 additional monitors. I was wondering the pros and cons of putting a Geforce along side the Quadro. Geforce is cheaper...
How to create ribs on a cylindrical part as shown using solid works (Between the marked)??? :)
Hello everyone! My girlfriend has been struggling with a project for the past two weeks now so I am here to try and get help for her. Here is what she told me that she needs to do. I have...
Dear All! I'm working on Level winder Project...Which software is easy to show the animation of cable or wire winding on a reeling drum (Inventor/Solid works/Pro Mechanism) Can anyone suggest a...
Hello, I've been using SolidWorks for a few months & it's really a very good package.I am an undergraduate student majoring in Mechanical Engineering.I want to know where can I get practice...
I exported a part from Inventor as extension x_b, but when i try to open it in Solidworks it says it can't because it contains other things than solids. Can you look and say what do i have to do in...
I'm looking to purchase a dvd training series for solidworks. Wondering if anyone can could recommend one over the other? Here is what I have found available: ...
I am taking an old project out of 3D Studio, and using 3d poly curves as reference lines to draw new splines. To maintain that my new splines stay Fully Defined in SolidWorks, I need to sketch...
(The description has been stolen because it describes exactly what im looking for ) :D I have a macro that I use to generate a pdf of an open drawing. My drawing filename is simply the part...
I mirrored both parts around plane 1. Part 1, the plate at the bottom, mirrored o.k., but the beam with holes, apart from being mirrored, has also turned upside down. look at the 4 close holes at...
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