Description
Book SynopsisThis 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.
Table of ContentsGetting 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 the DFMXpress Analysis Wizard: Learn to run an analysis on a part for manufacture. Learn to interpret the results of the analysis. Learn what steps to take to improve the design for manufacture process.
