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This unique reference is intended to help users learn SolidWorks on their own with little or no outside help. Unlike other books of its kind, it begins at a very basic level and ends at a fairly advanced level. It has been updated to include all new features of SolidWorks 2013 - 2014. And it's perfect for anyone enrolled in Engineering and Technology programs, as well as professionals interested in learning SolidWorks. It provides step-by-step instructions along with numerous illustrations. Commands are shown in bold for those who would rather not read every word of instruction. It includes graphic illustration for each step for those who would rather learn visually. It contains small notes on most illustrations to further clarify instructions. Most chapters are self contained, allowing users to start from most anywhere in the book.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
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
- Learn to edit properties
Introduction to Flow Analysis
Introduction to Formulas and Equations
Über den Autor / die Autorin
L. Scott Hansen is currently Associate Professor of Technology in the College of Computing, Integrated Engineering, and Technology at Southern Utah University.
Zusammenfassung
This unique reference is intended to help users learn SolidWorks on their own with little or no outside help. Unlike other books of its kind, it begins at a very basic level and ends at a fairly advanced level. It has been updated to include all new features of SolidWorks 2013-2014.
