Tutorials

A SOLIDWORKS face mask with Surfacing

56 12 Expert
A request was posted in the Questions section asking that an STL file be converted to a proper CAD format. I completed the conversion, and received some requests for older versions of the file, or instructions on how to make it. SOLIDWORKS does not do backwards compatibility very well, so here are the steps I took to make this face mask. A SOLIDWORKS 2020 model and Step file can be downloaded here: https://grabcad.com/library/coronavirus-covid-19-mask-request-1

SURFACE MODELLING IN CATIA

25 11 Intermediate
CATIA is a software known for surface modelling, here is a small car done using wireframe and surface in CATIA

Creating a Laminated Stock

18 9 Expert
In this tutorial, I will show you how to create a laminated wood stock. This is really only useful for creating convincing renderings of laminated wood, but could also serve to illustrate manufacturing intent on a drawing. I will be demonstrating some intermediate to advanced surface modeling techniques and tools. Prior knowledge of regular and 3D sketching is required, as well as creating reference planes.

How to model a curved spring

27 8 Intermediate
Let me show you how to use some surface commands which combine in a 3Dsketch for the solid sweep. No coil command needed. on youtube at: https://youtu.be/wcB5OBTrqfA

How To Model Complex Sheet Metal Parts in SOLIDWORKS

53 8 Beginner
A step-by-step guide on how to create the shade holder part in the lamp model shown keeping cut outs in curved surfaces straight and true for a genuine flat pattern.

SolidWorks Basic Surfacing Exercise Using Trim Tool

12 5 Intermediate
In this video, we are going to understand how we can approach for creating a surface model. The trim tool is explained and used to create this model.

Tutorial - Creating knurl in SolidWorks?

41 5 Beginner
Here is the tutorial.

Learn catia V5 Tutorials for beginners | Chopper | Part 1 💙

12 4 Beginner
Learn catia V5 Tutorials for beginners | Chopper | Part 1 💙

Siemens NX 12 Surfacing: Step by Step Tutorial

23 4 Intermediate
Siemens NX 12 Surfacing Tutorial: Step by Step Tutorial Some Commands 1.Studio Surface 2.Bounded Plane 3.Sew 4.Shell 5.Combined Curve Watch All Video For Full Tutorial Video 1.Siemens NX 12 Surfacing: Step by Step Tutorial Part-1 https://youtu.be/-5c1hRNXSco 2.Siemens NX 12 Surfacing: Step by Step Tutorial Part-2 https://youtu.be/RgXmQEguql0 3.Siemens NX 12 Surfacing: Step by Step Tutorial Part-3 https://youtu.be/3Ym4L3O2e94 4.Siemens NX 12 Surfacing: Step by Step Tutorial Part-4 https://youtu.be/GlIwPYwUpnU 5.Siemens NX 12 Surfacing: Step by Step Tutorial Part-5 https://youtu.be/5RWytrc0PrU

Getting started with a CAR design in Solidworks

14 4 Beginner
Designing a car in Solidworks is a mammoth task and requires lot of time and devotion. It may take marathon hours to finish a car design based on the skill level you are. But whichever level you are there are few things which remain common in designing. This article focuses on getting started with car design in Solidworks. These are the things needed to know before you get started and create your own.

Pre-printing Tips for Flexible PolyJet Materials

13 4 Beginner
PolyJet currently offers a number of flexible materials: Tango and Agilus30 families. This tutorial will provide some tips to optimize the performance of these materials, using the various settings in GrabCAD Print.

{​VIDEO}​ DRAW an IMPELLER using the Revolved Boss & Lofted Surface command

21 3 Beginner
To draw an Impeller, we use: 1. Revolved Boss 2. Lofted Surface 3. Thicken Surface & 4. Circular Pattern.

How to convert STL data into a surface model in ZW3D with one command?

3 3 Beginner
The procedure in detail:

SOLIDWORKS SURFACE TUTORIAL - SPACEMOUSE ENTERPRISE

4 3 Intermediate
In this video I am showing the basis of surface design in SOLIDWORKS. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnlquOIr4Dg&t=25s

Tutorial: Splitting solid models by using surfaces in Catia V5.

2 3 Beginner
Tutorial: Splitting solid models by using surfaces in Catia V5