SolidWorks 2015 Part I - Basic Tools introduces new users to the SolidWorks interface, SolidWorks tools and basic modeling techniques. It provides readers with a strong understanding of SolidWorks and covers the creation of parts, assemblies and drawings. Every lesson and exercise in this book was created based on real world projects. Each of these projects have been broken down and developed into easy and comprehensible steps for the reader. Furthermore, at the end of every chapter there are self test questionnaires to ensure that the reader has gained sufficient knowledge from each section before moving on to more advanced lessons. This book takes the approach that in order to understand SolidWorks, inside and out, the reader should create everything from the beginning and take it step by step.
Table of Contents
Introduction: SolidWorks 2015 User Interface
Setting the System Parameters
1. System Options
2. Document Templates
Basic Modeling Topics
3. Basic Solid Modeling - Extrude Options
4. Basic Solid Modeling - Extrude & Revolve
5. Revolved Parts - Ball Joint Arm
Derived Sketches - Center Ball Joint
6. Rib & Shell Features - Formed Tray
Using Shell and Mirror
Using the Intersect Feature
7. Linear Patterns - Test Tray
Circular Patterns - Spur Gear
Circular Patterns - Circular Base Mount
Curve Driven Patterns & Hole Wizard
8. Part Configuration - Machined Block
Contour Selection
9. Modeling Threads - Threaded Insert
Working with MultiBody Parts
10. Bottom Up Assembly - Ball Joint Assembly
Bottom Up Assembly - Links Assembly
11. Using Advanced Mates
Limit and Cam Mates
Radial Explode
Using Smart Mates
12. Layout Assembly
SolidWorks Animator - The Basics
Working with Sketch Pictures
13. Working with Sketch Pictures
PhotoView360 Basics
Drawing Topics
14. Drawing Preparations
15. Assembly Drawings - Links Assembly
Assembly Drawing - Alternate Position View
16. Drawing Views - Machined Block
17. Detailing - Machined Block Details
18. Sheet Metal Drawings - Post Cap
2D to 3D - Convert AutoCAD into SolidWorks
e-Drawings - Soft Lock Assembly
19. Configurations Part I - Button Assembly
Configurations Part II - Assembly & Drawing
20. Design Tables
Assembly - Design Tables
Level 2 Final Exams
21. Using the Intersect Feature
CSWA Core Preparation Practice
Glossary
Index
SolidWorks 2015 Quick-Guides