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Well, if you add a little style and a some hydraulic planetary gear units I’d have to say, about this big…
Now, this wasn’t designed in SolidWorks. It’s a civil engineering project done by TG&P out of the UK, but looking through the Falkirk Wheel site you can imagine what could be done in SolidWorks. This is just a great example of how you can have incredible form with a unique fuction.
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Usually, CAD business can be pretty boring. But occasionally even the most subtle movement and conversation can get interesting. Recently Autodesk had a summit on manufacturing. Sound’s exciting huh? Well, Upfront.eZine posted some highlights that have sparked the fires of speculation. If what AutoDesk says has any merit you’ll be jumping the SolidWorks ship, but does it have any merit or is it something else entirely? Continue reading ‘The Thumb Wrestling Continues’
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Microsoft and Dassault Systemes announced Tuesday and Thursday that you can make 3D models inside Microsoft’s Virtual Earth with the 3DVia technology.
“This free online application, developed by Dassault Systèmes, allows consumers to imagine and create realistic 3-D models — such as of buildings and structures — then share them through Microsoft Virtual Earth and online communities.”
Dominating the Market?
This, of course, continues Dessault’s efforts to dominate the CAD market. Aligning with Microsoft, as they have done in the past, is not a bad way of going about it either. This is obviously a move to compete against Google’s SketchUp and 3D warehouse, but who do you think would win? Continue reading ‘3DVia and Virtual Earth Join Hands’
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If you find someone that really likes colors, has a bit of a strange look in their eye and giggles incessantly, grab that person cause I’m pretty sure it’s a leprechaun that has escaped. it may be rabid.
Mandolux.com - a lot of hi resolution photo wallpaper for single and dual screen monitors. Up to 2560×1600. Rsizr.com - dynamically resize your photos without losing the important parts. I did it for the photo on this post. Nokia N810 Internet Tablet - just revealed this week. I’d take it over the iPhone for sure. IM anywhere - Meebo now has an extension for Firefox. Works like a charm. CureHunter.com - a fully integrated scientific search, data retrieval and analysis engine… on the web.
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That’s right, a Dell Precision M4300 laptop valued at $1500. And it couldn’t be easier for SolidWorks Users. Adobe Acrobat Users Community is running a contest for users to submit example of 3D PDFs that show the capabilities of Acrobat 3D and 3D PDFs. Other prizes include Apple iPhones, Apple Video iPods, 3Dconnexion navigation devices, Acrobat 3D, PhotoShop CS 3 E, and the Technical Communication Suite. It’s running Oct 15, 2007 - Jan 31, 2008.
2 step process for SolidWorks Users
Find your favorite model and Save As… PDF (select 3D PDF option)
Acrobat 3D PDFs not only provide a easy way to document 3D data. They also allow you to communicate with a format that is already used in nearly every industry. If you want to learn more and play with a trial version visit the Adobe Acrobat 3D site or read my review series (1, 2, 3).
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If you’ve always wanted to participate in the SolidWorks community without leaving your desk, nows your chance. SolidMentor.com, a central location for everything related to SolidWorks has just gone out of beta…un-beta. I would strongly suggest going over and signing up for two reasons. 1) It’s a great source of information and community and 2) There’s two prizes for two lucky people that sign up.
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In case you may not be aware, Transformers the movie went on dvd sale Tuesday. If you want to see some sweet special effects and the Transformer named BoneCrusher created with SolidWorks rent or pick it up today.
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I cam across an issue today where a composite fiberglass part had been modeled with no draft (angled faces). Production stopped because they couldn’t make it by the print and get it off the mold. A hostage situation ensued, the problem was corrected and production cheered the results. All was well, except for the unapologetic engineer that was immediately flogged.
This brings up some modeling methods to consider when creating composite parts that follow a certain manufacturing process. The following is a quick and really simple approach to how to get the best results. Continue reading ‘SolidWorks Tips for Simple Composite Parts’
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The innovation in prosthetics going on right now is phenomenal. With the Festo AG life-like arm an actual functional appendage for those without seems to be getting closer and closer. Dean Kamen and DARPA have revealed a little more in this peek inside the test lab at DARPA with Scott Kirsner of the Boston Globe. The video is below.
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“That guy looks relaxed. what made his life so easy?” - He just implemented SolidWorks and knew how to do it.
Becoming familiar with a CAD system can be a source of frustration and stress. That’s what turns people into bitter old people. We don’t want that. While some may find switching to SolidWorks from AutoCAD or another system a little easier than others, every little bit to make the transition easier is gonna help. That’s where a dash of what-to-expect can prevent heartache and a firm plan can make the process smooth. SolidWorks should make life easier, but where do you start? Here’s how you can ease the tenderness of and make your SolidWorks implementation successful. Continue reading ‘How to Successfully Implement SolidWorks’
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Microsoft and Dassault Systemes announced 
If you find someone that really likes colors, has a bit of a strange look in their eye and giggles incessantly, grab that person cause I’m pretty sure it’s a leprechaun that has escaped. it may be rabid.
If you’ve always wanted to participate in the SolidWorks community without leaving your desk, nows your chance. 
