This text presents a tutorial-based introduction to solid modeling and the SOLIDWORKS software.Although the tutorials can be followed by anyone interested in learning the software, it is geared toward freshman engineering students or high school students interested in engineering. Accordingly, the examples and problems are based on the authors’ experience with teaching engineering students.
This text primarily consists of chapter-long tutorials, which introduce both basic concepts in solid modeling (such as part modeling, drawing creation, and assembly modeling) and more advanced applications of solid modeling in engineering analysis and design (such as mechanism modeling, mold creation, sheet metal bending, andrapid prototyping). Each tutorial is organized as “keystroke-level” instructions, designed to teach the use of the software.
Table of Contents: Part 1: Learning SOLIDWORKS
1 Basic Part Modeling Techniques
2 Engineering Drawings
3 Additional Part Modeling Techniques
4 Advanced Part Modeling
5 Parametric Modeling Techniques
6 Creation of Assembly Models
7 Advanced Assembly Operations
8 Assembly Drawings
Part 2: Applications of SOLIDWORKS
9 Generation of 2-D Layouts
10 Solution of Vector Problems
11 Analysis of Mechanisms
12 Design of Molds and Sheet Metal Parts
13 The Use of SOLIDWORKS to Accelerate the Product Development Cycle
Appendix
A Recommended Settings
B The SOLIDWORKS Interface: Use and Customization
