Dassault Systemes SolidWorks

Description

Dassault Systemes SolidWorks is a CAD package used to design and model parts and assemblies. The software is available in Standard, Professional, and Premium editions, with each edition providing more advanced features.

The CAD software is used to design sheet metal, piping, tubing, molds plastic and cast parts as well as weldments and electrical cable harnesses. SolidWorks supports a variety of popular industry formats, such as Autodesk Inventor, IGES, STEP, ProEngineer, and Solid Edge. The software uses its own proprietary file format to store each of the 3 different aspects of a design created with the software:

SolidWorks offers many tools that will help you in the engineering design process. SolidWorks' 3D solid modeling allows you to create 3D solid models for any part or assembly, make variations, edit your model by clicking on and dragging the model geometry, and generate surfacing. The software also provides advanced photorealistic rendering, automated cost estimation, and eDrawings Professional collaboration capabilities. The Interference Check tool allows you to verify that your parts and assembly will fit, assemble and operate correctly before you start producing your design.

SolidWorks is a professional tool for engineers. The software's large range of capabilities makes it a good choice with other professional CAD programs such as TurboCAD from IMSI and Autodesk's Inventor. Dassault Systemes SolidWorks is a great choice for designing your mechanical drawings, parts, and assemblies.

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