SolidWorks Surfacing and Complex Shape Modeling Bible

If you want to gain proficiency and expertise with SolidWorks surface modeling, this is the resource for you. You'll learn how to apply concepts, utilize tools, and combine techniques and strategies in hands-on tutorials. This Bible covers the range from sketching splines and shelling to modeling blends and decorative features. Complete with professional tips and real-world examples, this inclusive guide enables you to coax more out of SolidWorks surfacing tools.

• Gain total control over splines
• Discover when to apply Boundary, Loft, or Fill surface features
• Make use of SolidWorks direct editing capabilities
• Interchange between solids and surfaces
• Learn to use master model techniques
• Work from digitized data
• Utilize model evaluation techniques

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Circle Cylinder for Glass Test Tube in SolidWorks

This lesson develops a circle that will be part of a cylinder developed into a glass test tube. The lesson describes the relationship between diameter and radius and area of a circle. SolidWorks displays diameter by default. The circle is extruded from the Top Plane to create a cylinder. Area of the sketched circle, multiples of 10, PI approximation and lateral surface area are also explored.

How to Design a Boat Hull in SolidWorks 3D CAD Software

This video tutorial exhibits the New Free From Feature in SolidWorks 3D CAD Mechanical Engineering Design Software. Mark Biasotti, Product Manager at SolidWorks, creates a Boat Hull from a sketch drawing using the SolidWorks Sketch Picture Feature.