Overview
This text presents a thorough introduction to SolidWorks for anyone with little or no prior experience with this software. It can be used in virtually any educational setting – from 4-year engineering schools to vo/tech colleges and industrial training centers – and will also serve as a reliable reference for on-the-job use. Unlike other books of its kind, it begins at a very basic level and ends with coverage of advanced topics. It’s a perfect choice for anyone interested in learning SolidWorks quickly and effectively.
- New to this edition: Chapter 16 on the FloXpress Analysis Wizard; Chapter 17, Introduction to Equations; Additional Practice Problems.
- Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions complemented by numerous illustrations.
- Commands are highlighted in bold for more efficient reading and review.
- Includes hundreds of graphic illustrations that enhance visual learning.
- Most chapters are self-contained, providing added flexibility in using this book.
Getting Started
- Create a simple sketch using the Sketch commands
- Dimension a sketch using the Smart Dimension command
- Extrude a sketch using the Features commands. Create a fillet using the Fillet command
- Create a hole using the Extruded Cut command
- Create a counter bore using the Hole Wizard command
Learning More Basics
- Revolve a sketch using the Revolve Boss/Base command
- Create a hole using the Extruded Cut command
- Create a series of holes using the Circular Pattern command
Learning to Detail Part Drawings
- Create an Orthographic View using the Drawing commands
Advanced Detail Drawing Procedures
- Create an Auxiliary View using the Drawing commands
- Create a Section View using the Drawing commands
- Dimension views using the Drawing commands
- Create Text using the Drawing Annotation commands
Learning to Edit Existing Solid Models
- Edit the part using the Edit Sketch command
- Edit the part using the Edit Feature command
Advanced Design Procedures
- Learn to use the Front, Top, and Right Planes
- Learn to use the Wireframe viewing command
- Learn to Convert Entities on to a new sketch
- Learn to use the Shell command
Introduction to Assembly View Procedures
- Learn to insert existing solid models into the Assembly commands
- Learn to constrain all parts using the Mate command
- Learn to edit/modify parts while in the Assembly command
- Learn to simulate motion using the Motion Study command
Introduction to Advanced Commands
- Learn to use the Swept Boss/Base Command. Learn to use the Plane command
- Learn to use the Lofted Boss/Base command
Introduction to SimulationXpress
- Learn to run an analysis on a part
- Learn to interpret an analysis on a part
Introduction to Mechanical Mates
- Learn to use the Cam mechanical mate
Advanced Work Plane Procedures
- Learn to create points on a solid model
- Learn to create an offset work plane
- Learn to create an offset Extruded cut
Introduction to Creating a Helix
- Learn how to create a Helix
Introduction to Importing .DWG files
- Learn to create a simple .DWG file
- Learn to import a .DWG file into a 1 view drawing
- Learn to import a .DWG file into the solid model area and create a solid model
Introduction to the Design Library
- Learn to add toolbox
- Learn to create part
