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SolidWorker — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:31:56 +0000

In this video, Jake demonstrates SolidWorks Animator. A key-frame based animation is used to rotate an assembly, then more complex motions including drag-motion and motors are explored. Appearances of components are also modified. JM

Fish Mouths

SolidWorker — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 21:06:44 +0000

In this video Jake shows you how to create a paper pattern of a fish mouthed tube to use as a template for all of your tubular planning needs. A full scale drawing is then created to ensure that your printed version is perfect. JM

Why use SolidWorks? – A Parametric Demo

SolidWorker — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 19:47:39 +0000

This video is a demonstration of the SW design process. We explore the basics of the sketcher, parametric features, and design intent. We make a manufacturing print of our part, then expand our part into a product family using configurations and a design table. This demonstration simply scratches the surface of what is possible in SolidWorks. My hope is that it will help you understand what you may be able to achieve beyond what is possible with your current CAD application. Please do not view SolidWorks as just a CAD tool; it is geometric programming language that is used to solve problems, and enhance your quality of life.

Tangent Edge Visibility

SolidWorker — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:30:25 +0000

Let’s quickly review a few settings in parts and drawings related to the display of Tangent Edges.

Do you Digg it?

SolidWorker — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 15:56:21 +0000

I am trying something new and different. I am wondering what would happen if people actually visited my site? Would they really click the revenue generating ads? Would they buy things from the product links? Can I ever get ahead of the cost of hosting? Let’s try something together, Digg SolidWorker! What will come of it? If it turns out that you really like me, I will return the favor by making more and better videos! Thanks people.

Boolean Subtraction with Indent

SolidWorker — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 00:58:40 +0000

Take a quick tour of boolean subtraction methods, both distructive and non. See how the Indent feature can change your life. Perhaps you could try something exciting and new in your next design.

Threads on a Shaft and Cosmetic Threads

SolidWorker — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 11:24:07 +0000

Everyone wants to put threads on a shaft. Of course, there is almost no reason to actually model threads, unless you are CNC machining from the model geometry. There is a middle ground; Cosmetic Threads. In this Video we will re-explore sweeping threads and apply a cosmetic thread as well. Will this put an end to the tread emails? I somehow doubt it. Ah, just keep emailing me; I can ignore a few more.

This video was recorded with no preparation or forethought, and it shows…

Solid to Sheet Metal in SW2009

SolidWorker — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 23:04:11 +0000

SolidWorks 2009 introduces a new sheet metal command that accelerates the development of flatenable sheet metal parts from solid bodies. This new tool makes quick work of an old project.

Selected Contours and Sketch Sharing

SolidWorker — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:08:06 +0000

Selected Contours allow you to selectively use regions of your sketch when creating Extrudes and Cut Extrudes. Sketches can be reused by sharing them between features. Learn why your mouse cursor has a dead fish head next to it when you try to create a new extrude from a faulty sketch.

Exploring Linear Patterning

SolidWorker — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:49:48 +0000

In this exploration of linear patterning we will use the geometry pattern and vary sketch options of the Linear Pattern Feature. We will also see how instances can be uniformly spaced across a part with either equations or a curve driven pattern. Plus a $1 challenge! …

I am offering a reward of $1 to the first person who can demonstrate to me the use of the vary sketch option in a curve driven pattern feature using SW2008SP4

DezignWorks Quick Demo

SolidWorker — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:46:12 +0000

In this video we take a look at the DezignWorks add-in for SolidWorks. DezignWorks is a Reverse Engineering tool for collecting data with a digitizing arm directly into SolidWorks Sketches. DezignWorks is compatible with Microscribe, Faro, and Romer portable coordinate measurement machines. CADDWorks Corp. is a DezignWorks reseller and trainer in Pennsylvania and the surrounding regions.

K-Factors and Fun with Sketch Equations

SolidWorker — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:43:56 +0000

In this video we will create an equation driven sketch to explore how Sheet Metal K-Factors work.

Download SolidWorks Part: KSketch.SLDPRT

Relative Views and Compound Angle Miters

SolidWorker — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 15:53:16 +0000

In this video SolidWorkers will learn a simple method of making multi-body parts with compound miter joints. Then we will make drawing views of the individual bodies using “Relative Views” and project views off of the compound angles using “Auxiliary Views”.

Download SolidWorks Part: CompoundRelative.SLDPRT
Download SolidWorks Drawing: CompoundRelative.SLDDRW

Modeling a Bottle Cap

SolidWorker — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 17:49:34 +0000

As a follow-up to the bottle modeling post we will calculate the volume of the bottle and model a cap.

Download SolidWorks Part: Bottle.SLDPRT

Modeling a Bottle

SolidWorker — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:51:40 +0000

In today’s video we draw a blow-molded style plastic bottle. We use a revolve to create the body of the bottle and shell it hollow. A thread is then swept along a helical path and finished with attractive filleting. A few other tricks and tips are explored along the way.

Download SolidWorks Part: Bottle.SLDPRT

How to buy SolidWorks

SolidWorker — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 20:57:14 +0000

In today’s video we discuss the basics of buying a seat of SolidWorks from your local reseller. We review the editions of SolidWorks, Subscription Service, and Add-Ins.

Using Indent to form a handle

SolidWorker — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 16:20:00 +0000

Using the Indent command and other SolidWorks features we create a snap in handle insert for a blow molded bottle. This video uses several multi-body modeling methods to create two bodies with matching curvature and matching snap in retention geometry.

Download SolidWorks Part: HandleIndent.SLDPRT

Dodecahedron learning

SolidWorker — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 02:40:51 +0000

Have you ever wondered how to model a Dodecahedron D12? How about generating a flat pattern of this 3D geometric wonder? Recently at a technical education conference my employer CADDWorks Corp. received a request by a high-school teacher for information on this very topic. In this video you will see some basics of surface modeling, linked dimensions, and flattening sheet-metal boxes. Enjoy, and continue to send your suggestions to tim(at)solidworker.com.

(edit) After making the first revision of this video I started thinking about other ways to create the D12 shape. I have now added a second method for creationg a D12 that is not based on surface features but rather solid features.

Download SolidWorks Part: Dodecahedron.SLDPRT

Understanding drawing templates

SolidWorker — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 19:13:17 +0000

There has been a very positive response to my Part Template video, and with that response has been many requests for a video on Drawing Templates and how they relate to Sheet Formats. SolidWorker.com is primarily user request driven. You have spoken and I have heard. Please enjoy this video and continue to send in your requests to tim(at)solidworker.com.

Download SolidWorks Part: PoliceBox.SLDPRT

Duplicate projects using “Pack & Go”

SolidWorker — Sat, 25 Aug 2007 20:34:37 +0000

In this video we will use Pack & Go to duplicate a project and its drawings. We will also explore methods of changing component names while preserving their references in assemblies and drawings.