SOLIDWORKS 2016 Intermediate Skills

• Picks up where SOLIDWORKS Basic Tools leaves off
• Uses a step by step tutorial approach with real world projects
• Comprehensive coverage of intermediate SOLIDWORKS tools and techniques
• Expands on Solids, Surfaces, Multibodies, Configurations, Drawings, Sheet Metal and Assemblies
• Features a quick reference guide

SOLIDWORKS 2016 Intermediate Skills is part of a three part series which builds on the SOLIDWORKS features learned in SOLIDWORKS 2016 Basis Tools. SOLIDWORKS 2016 Intermediate Skills broadens the reader s SOLIDWORKS knowledge base by covering such features as surveys, lofts and boundaries, the use of multibodies, generating engineering drawings and other SOLIDWORKS functions that are critical for the effective use of this powerful software.

This book helps prepare you for the advanced features of SOLIDWORKS which are covered in SOLIDWORKS Advanced Techniques. It uses a step by step tutorial approach with real world projects. This book also features a Quick-Reference-Guide to the new SOLIDWORKS 2016 commands, icons, and customized hotkeys.

Table of Contents

Introduction: SOLIDWORKS User Interface
1. Document Properties
2. Sketching
3. Creating Multibody Parts
4. Working with Multibody Parts
5. Revolved & Thread Features
6. Flex Bending
7. Sweep with Guide Curves
8. Lofts and Boundaries
9. Surfaces and Patches
10. Configuration Features
11. Assembly Motions and Mates
12. Using Smart Mates
13. Top Down Assemblies
14. Using the Lip and Groove Options
15. Assembly Drawings and BOM
16. Drawings and Detailing
17. Sheet Metal Parts
Glossary
Index
SOLIDWORKS 2016 Quick-Guides