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The uPrint Opens New Doors for CAD Users The uPrint Opens New Doors for CAD Users

By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor

Dimension 3D Printing’s latest 3D Printer makes 3D printing more accessible by bringing it to the desktop.

Making the Most of Electrical Simulation in a MCAD/PLM World Making the Most of Electrical Simulation in a MCAD/PLM World
By John Wilson, Mentor Graphics

This article explores some of the types of electrical simulation and the technologies that robustly link the mechanical and electrical worlds.
SolidWorks Tutorial: Hole Wizards SolidWorks Tutorial: Hole Wizards
By Albert Whatmough, Inspirtech

Watch this demo and learn how to equally space entities using a sketch pattern in SolidWorks.
The Visualization Pipeline in CAD Evolves
The Visualization Pipeline in CAD Evolves
By Kathleen Maher, Jon Peddie Research
Maher discusses advances in rendering technology and how companies in the rendering business are making their way into the CAD industry.
LG Shows Full Range of 3D LCDs
LG Shows Full Range of 3D LCDs
By Chris Chinnock, Insight Media
Chris Chinnock of Insight Media talks about how the new line of LG monitors is maturing to help enable many 3D consumer market applications.
2009 Collaboration & Interoperability Industry Spotlight
2009 Collaboration & Interoperability Industry Spotlight
Compiled by ConnectPress

ConnectPress brings you an informative report on the latest developments in collaboration and interoperability, featuring a compilation of articles.

Tips & Tricks

SolidWorks Tutorial: Hole Wizards SolidWorks Tutorial: Hole Wizards
Watch this demo and learn how to equally space entities using a sketch pattern in SolidWorks.
Unleashing SolidWorks Weldment Profiles Unleashing SolidWorks Weldment Profiles
Learn how to take advantage of the 1000’s of profiles that ship with SolidWorks, including weldment and routing profiles.
Creating Compound Holes in SolidWorks Creating Compound Holes in SolidWorks
Here's a few tricks for creating compound holes using an extruded surface as a sketch plane.
Set Up Auto Numbering for Your SolidWorks Files Set Up Auto Numbering for Your SolidWorks Files
In this new column Jeff Cope, founder of Extensible CAD offers a tip on how to set up auto numbering for SolidWorks files. Check back monthly for more from Jeff!
Flattening Imported Sheet Metal Part Files Flattening Imported Sheet Metal Part Files
Daniel Graham of 3D Vision reveals how to automate the process of flattening sheet metal part files.
Advantages of Implementing PDMWorks Enterprise Advantages of Implementing PDMWorks Enterprise
A tip on how to best implement the SolidWorks PDM experience.
Top 10 Common Mistakes in Rapid Prototyping Top 10 Common Mistakes in Rapid Prototyping
Get solutions to common rapid prototyping design mistakes.
Tips for SolidWorks Sheet Metal Design Tips for SolidWorks Sheet Metal Design
Tips on how to best take advantage of SolidWorks' sheet metal design tools.
Debuging Your SolidWorks Addin Debuging Your SolidWorks Addin
Jeff Cope contributes another helpful tip. In this entry he explains how to avoid irritating problems with your SolidWorks addin.
LIVE! User Submitted Content - Q & A
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Translate NC data to solidworks
How is possible to translate NC data(which is form of G or M code in note pad) to Solid works to get profile curve.…
AGP Graphics card for SW2009?
I've recently upgraded to Sworks 2009. My graphics card (FireGL X1) is not listed as supported, but runs OK except that Sworks defaults to…
Realistic 3D weld bead in Solidworks 2008?
I would like to know how to create a realistic TIG weld bead in Solidworks 2008. I do not want a cosmetic weld bead,…
older version of Cosmos
I originally bought Solidworks Professional and Cosmos Works in 2007. I have kept the maintenance up to date on the Solidworks but not the…
can we export .files in the .sla format from solidworks 2009?
can we export .files in the .sla format from solidworks 2009?…
CW error - improper third node
I am attempting to analyze a very short beam (6.35mm diameter and 1.5mm long) and when the program runs the error displayed is improper third…
Designing a drill bit
How do i go about desinging a drill bit in solidworks? I guessed i needed to cut material from an extruded cylinder, but from what…
Middle mouse button rotate function stopped working
I use solidworks 2008 at work, a few weeks back the middle button rotate function stopped working. now if I press the middle button and…
vista
how do i install my solidworks in vista…
Functional Threads
What is a good way to create a male and female thread that will actually screw together, not just the cosmetic thread feature?…
Vault Error!
I am using PDMWorks 2008. I have the vault installed on 1 machine, (ppi-19), and am running Solidworks 2008 on another machine (ppi-27). I cannot…
workstations
We are getting ready to finally move to SolidWorks 9. Was wondering if anyone has any workstations that actually work well. What should we be…
Changing the aspect ration of a wide screen monitor
Can anyone answer this question. I have just set up a new workstation with a wide screen monitor. Now my models are stretched on the…
Industry Spotlights

Reverse Engineering
Reverse Engineering Round Up by ConnectPress ConnectPress is proud to offer its 2008 Reverse Engineering Roundup. This special report features a collection …

Rapid Prototyping & 3D Printing
2008 Rapid Prototyping Roundup In this Special Report ConnectPress brings Community Members groundbreaking coverage on key players and issues in …

Interoperability
ConnectPress is proud to present the 2008 Interoperability Special Report and Vendor's Directory. Here you will find a collection of …

Computer Aided Manufacturing
Welcome to the ConnectPress special report on CAM. ConnectPress would like to thank Delcam for sponsoring this roundup. Please see …

Analysis
Even a perfect CAD model can still have flaws discovered in the manufacturing phase; catching errors before this stage can …

Workstations
2008 Workstations Roundup by ConnectPress ConnectPress is proud to offer its 2008 Roundup on Workstations. Contained in this special report is a …

Digital Parts Catalogs
ConnectPress is proud to present the 2008 Digital Parts Catalog Special Report and Vendor's Guide. Here you will find a …

Hardware
Workstations, Large-Format Printers and Scanners & More Hardware is one of few universal challenges for all CAD users. After all …

Interoperability
2009 Collaboration & Interoperability Industry Spotlight Welcome to the Collaboration & Interoperability Industry Spotlight sponsored by Premier Sponsor Longview Advisors, and …

Interoperability
Welcome to the Collaboration & Interoperability Industry Spotlight sponsored by Premier Sponsor Longview Advisors, and contributing sponsors Kubotek and CT …

News

Cybernet Systems Japan Acquires U.S. Software Developer
Major Japanese importer/ distributor of CAE software, …
ITI Announces the Acquisition of Proficiency
Two of the largest names in CAD …
Comparevidia Traces and Validates the Original CAD Model
New release CompareVidia helps customers identify and …
Comparevidia Traces and Validates the Original CAD Model
New release CompareVidia helps customers identify and …
Océ Publishes 2nd Quarter 2009 Results
Océ reports loss but cash flow and …
CIMdata Introduces a New PLM Certificate Program
Program ensures strong understanding of PLM concepts …
Website Is A Content-Sharing Portal And Learning Resource
New content sharing site allows artists to …
10 Years Online for EngineerSupply.com
EngineerSupply.com, founded in 1999, and has grown …
Technology Forecasters Expands in Asia
Technology Forecasters Inc. expands into Asia after …
Datakit and Sycode Sign OEM agreement
Sycode will embed Datakit data exchange technology …
Wittur Group Adopts SolidWorks Enterprise PDM
SolidWorks Corp has announced that the Wittur …
Luxology Launches modo 401
The evolution of Luxologly’s modo took another …
Edgecam 2009 R2 Features Significant Enhancements
Featuring significant enhancements to all aspects of …
SIMULIA Joins SolidWorks Community as a Gold Level Sponsor
ConnectPress announces SIMULIA, the Dassault Systèmes brand …
VDR Group Enhances Search-Based Application
The partnership incorporates a subset of Actify’s …
Geometric to Demonstrate Solutions for Medical Imaging
Geometric will showcase its innovative technology components …
Delcam Issues Guide to Parallel Processing for CAM
Delcam, specialist supplier of CAM software, has …
CAM Software Market Leaders Named by CIMdata
Consulting and research firm CIMdata, Inc. has …
Quickparts is the “Home Depot” for Custom Parts
Quickparts will be offering both Plaster and …
Lattice Technology Releases XVL Player Version 10
XVL Player is a freely available viewer …
Lattice Technology Releases XVL Web Master Version 8.0
XVL Web Master takes 3D XVL data …
Clippard Launches 3D Product Catalog Powered by TraceParts
Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc is now using …
Dan Kussman to Speak at CPDA’s PLM Road Map™ 2009
Dan Kussman will consider several key elements …
Procter & Gamble Selects SimManager and SimXpert
P&G’s objective is to minimize the time …
Features

The uPrint Opens New Doors for CAD Users
Dimension 3D Printing’s latest 3D Printer makes 3D printing more accessible by bringing it to the desktop. …
Making the Most of Electrical Simulation in a MCAD/PLM World
This article explores some of the types of electrical simulation and the technologies that robustly link the mechanical and electrical worlds. …
SolidWorks Tutorial: Hole Wizards
Watch this demo and learn how to equally space entities using a sketch pattern in SolidWorks. …
The Visualization Pipeline in CAD Evolves
Maher discusses advances in rendering technology and how companies in the rendering business are making their way into the CAD industry. …
LG Shows Full Range of 3D LCDs
Chris Chinnock of Insight Media talks about how the new line of LG monitors is maturing to help enable many 3D consumer market applications. …
2009 Collaboration & Interoperability Industry Spotlight
ConnectPress brings you an informative report on the latest developments in collaboration and interoperability, featuring a compilation of articles. …
Mastering Geometry for Interoperability
A profile of Kubotek and why they believe they can provide significant relief to interoperability issues plaguing manufacturing productivity. …
Classes of MCAE Software: Clarifying the Market
How can MCAE be used to drive decisions in a timely way? That is the question both suppliers and customers must answer. …
From Physical Media to Digital Models
Jeff Holmlund of Lockheed Martin, discuses how his team met the challenge of migrating literally decades worth of legacy data. …
Enhance Your Collaboration
Collaboration tools are gaining in strength and usefulness. Here is a brief view of some tools available to make interoperability a bit easier. …
Bridging the Gap Between CAD and CAE
A profile of CT CoreTechnologie and their collaboration tool 3D_Evolution, including feature highlights on de-featuring and geometry simplification. …
Updates From Collaboration & Interoperability Conference
An update on the hottest topics, valuable strategies, new technologies and costly challenges that remain in collaboration and interoperability. …
Social Media in Engineering Collaboration
CAD industry professionals weigh in on the recent developments in the field of collaboration technology and some possibilities for the future. …
Leading ADM Users Start the Simulation Framework Journey
Webinar with end users of Altair Data Manager ADM discussing their implementations and new approaches/processes across their development groups. …
Moving Analysis Further Up in the Design Phase
Find out how Intel based products may be able to help you transform the way you work and design higher quality products in less time. …
Cost Effective Machined Parts: Material Selection and Sizing
In this month’s column Paul Van Metre talks about material specs, sizes, and other material cost drivers. …
CAD in Crisis — COFES
Kathleen Maher reports on the recent Congress On the Future of Engineering Software (COFES) conference and the outlook of the CAD industry. …
Delcam Software Used by Bowes for Airbus Cabin Design
Delcam’s CADCAM software has been used by Bowes Design and Development in most projects over the last 15 years. …
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