Quickly Make Rapid, Rough, Low-Fidelity Prototypes When it comes to innovation, sometimes the best ideas start not with a polished 3D model or CAD rendering — but with a handful of LEGO bricks, a cardboard box, or even a back-of-the-napkin sketch. These low-fidelity prototypes may look rough, but they are powerful tools for thinking, communicating, […]
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This is a video from SolidProfessor. SolidProfessor is an engineering design training platform with 7,500 tutorials on SOLIDWORKS, Autodesk Inventor, GD&T, and more. Explore more on SolidProfessor for Business at https://www.solidprofessor.com/business/?affkey=K23327 SolidProfessor for Business allows you to train your design team anytime, anywhere. Get an inside look at features including the training plan builder, progress
Realtime Collaborative Whiteboard Tools (like Miro) for Design Engineers Design engineers play a crucial role in creating innovative products and solutions, utilizing powerful software like Solidworks for 3D modeling and prototyping. However, the design process often requires effective collaboration, brainstorming, and visual communication with team members, stakeholders, and clients. This is where Miro, a versatile
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Find top reads related to SOLIDWORKS Versions 2018-2023 With so many options out there, it’s hard to know where to start when you’re on the hunt for SOLIDWORKS educational material. To help narrow things down a bit, here are our recommendations for the best SOLIDWORKS books. Let’s get started! 1. SOLIDWORKS A Power Guide for
How to Get a SOLIDWORKS Certification in Sheet Metal Using SolidProfessor The SOLIDWORKS Sheet Metal Certification is challenging to even the most experienced SOLIDWORKS user, but it can be readily attained with the right tools and preparation. The SOLIDWORKS Sheet Metal exam tests for knowledge of several key aspects of the add-in, how they work
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Learn How to Be More Confident in Your Simulation Analysis Results When Testing SOLIDWORKS Designs Most engineering design professionals are familiar with finite element analysis (FEA): a numerical method for predicting how an object will react to real-world forces, vibration, and other physical effects. FEA is an essential step in the product development design cycle
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This is a 2021 SOLIDWORKS guest article by SolidProfessor. Finally, the SOLIDWORKS 2021 update has arrived! The main focus of the 2021 SOLIDWORKS update is to improve the quality of life for users. That means that extra attention is placed on software performance and user experience to increase productivity. This article touches on the five
This SOLIDWORKS certification article is by SolidProfessor. Preparing for the CSWP Exam and other advanced SOLIDWORKS certifications can be a daunting task, but knowing what to expect on each exam will set you up for success on the exams and your career. SOLIDWORKS offers several different levels of software certifications. These exams include the Certified
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This SOLIDWORKS training article on how to use a topology study for generative design is by SolidProfessor. The unique qualities of generative design 3D printing is rapidly becoming a viable form of manufacturing thanks to improvements in materials, software, and 3D printing processes. 3D printers are also becoming much more accessible for personal use, with
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This is a guest article by SolidProfessor. There’s always something more to learn in SOLIDWORKS, whether it’s a different way to approach familiar methods like 2D drawings, or helpful adjustments when working with more complex large assemblies. Even for seasoned engineers, it can be challenging to keep up with all of the best tips and
This is a guest article from on design for additive manufacturing: Factors to consider and pitfalls to avoid. Additive manufacturing can be defined as any process where materials are added together to form a finished product. This definition can apply to a wide range of processes, but in the engineering design world today all the
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This is an invited guest article from TransferFi. They have a very interesting dev kit specific for IoT that allows engineers to get their hands on experimenting with and applying wireless power technology. TransferFi Wireless Power Network Introduction Wireless power transfer is an area of innovation that aims to untether the world from the complexity
Can the SOLIDWORKS CSWP Exam Help Your Career? By Earning software certifications has long been touted as a way to advance your career and show off your skillset as a designer. For SolidWorks users, there are three different software certifications you can achieve: The Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA) is designed for new users to show
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This guest post on the CSWA is from SolidProfessor. The Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) is a widely-recognized industry certification for beginner to intermediate SOLIDWORKS users. Earning your CSWA is a great way to hone your skills and show employers that you’re well-versed in SOLIDWORKS. To help you pass the exam, we compiled our top test-taking
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Learn about smartphone apps for scanning objects and creating 3d models. See visual examples of Qlone, Scann3D, and Capture.
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Becoming a Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional (CSWP) or Expert (CSWE) as an engineering manager can have multiple benefits for you and your team.
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I just got back from a launch event hosted by our SolidWorks VAR (Value Added Reseller), GoEngineer. One thing I like about SolidWorks and GoEngineer is they make these things fun. From SolidWorks World to onsite 3D Printer kid camps to a launch day (with a movie thrown in), they find a way to celebrate
You’re hiring for a new technical position and you’re looking for a SolidWorks skills in the candidate? You’re not alone. CAD is the #1 requirement for mechanical design professionals and Solidworks is the #1 CAD software as far as usage. This is the guide to getting the right person for the job you need done.
To learn more about DFAM from SolidProfessor, Forecast 3D, SOLIDWORKS, and HP. Register for their webinar: Demystifying Additive Manufacturing. Many years ago, injection molding and subtractive manufacturing were brand new, groundbreaking technologies. Injection molding, the act of creating parts by injecting heated material into a mold, and subtractive manufacturing, the act of producing parts by eliminating
This year, I embarked on my first journey into the world of 3D printing with the Anet A3 3D printer. To learn more about this machine, check out our Anet A3 overview. The A3 is a solid unit for beginners, featuring a tried-and-true open source design. While available in kit form, my Anet A3 3D
Are you looking to start exploring the world of 3D printing? Perhaps you’ve already dabbled in 3D printing, but are interested in elevating your hobby with some new supplies. The following list has some of the top 3D printing supplies and tools to help you with 3D printing, all available through Amazon. Clayroof 3D Pen
“These machines are fabulous,” said the operator, “Except for one problem. The bottoms are rotting out.” Customer experience engineering, that is visiting customer sites to improve the product’s engineering, was quickly producing results. The scene? A muddy field at a mining site in the Mexico. The machines? Enormous earth-moving equipment that makes typical road construction
Anet A3 3D Printer Overview The Anet A3 3D Printer is a straightforward, easy to understand 3D printer available fully assembled or in kit form. But don’t let the simple design fool you—the A3 is a fully-featured machine with little touches designed to get you printed right away. The A3 by Anet is designed to
Tune in to the SOLIDWORKS World 2018 highlights! Are you at the conference or following from the office or home? Join the SOLIDWORKS conversation! Tweet with the hashtag #SWW18 to add your voice. LEARN, PLAY, WORK, CONNECT, IGNITE is the theme for the 2018 conference in Los Angeles, California. Over 5,000 engineers, manufacturers, product designers, entrepreneurs,
The Tech Trends of 2018 There have already been several exhibits and presentations regarding the tech trends for both the coming year and the future. This is a representation of the expected patterns and trends that may play an important role for 2018. The top seven most highly anticipated are described below. Robotics Robotics are
This guest 3D printing education article is authored by Quilen Blackwell, President and Founder of the Chicago Eco House. The Chicago Eco House, an inner city nonprofit with the mission of alleviating poverty through sustainability on Chicago’s south and west sides, was invited to the first educator 3D printing training at the University of Louisville.
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This is a guest article from SolidProfessor. See their Design for Manufacturing resources including DFM – The Fundamental Best Practice. Manufacturing–past and present When thinking about manufacturing, most people probably think of big warehouses, assembly lines, and trucks coming in and out to ship product all over the country. In movies, manufacturing jobs are
Robo R2 Smart 3D Printer Overview If you’re the kind of person who may be scared off by sharp edges and bare-bones mechanical design, then the Robo R2 Smart 3D Printer with Wi-Fi may be just what you needed to finally make the plunge into the world of 3D printing. The Robo R2 is just about
This is a CAD learning article from SolidProfessor, famous for their free 30 SOLIDWORKS tips in 30 days learning series. Avoiding the Forgetting Curve when Learning CAD: 3 Simple Steps How much do you really forget? Believe it or not, forgetting is actually an advantage. Think of it this way, if the brain retained every bit of information
This CAD productivity article is from SolidProfessor. You can get their 2018 SOLIDWORKS Update Lessons to stay productive with the latest SOLIDWORKS changes. Staying focused and productive during an eight (or more) hour work day is a challenge. Especially for CAD designers, who often have complex and detail-oriented tasks to complete each day, being efficient and effective is
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This guest article about becoming SOLIDWORKS certified (CSWA) is from the experts at SolidProfessor. The Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) exam is the entry-level SOLIDWORKS certification, demonstrating basic SOLIDWORKS skills. Even if you don’t have a proven employment history, the CSWA is an achievement that can open doors to employment or career advancement. 1. Understand The
This guest article about becoming SOLIDWORKS certified (CSWP) is from . The CSWP (Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional) exam is one of the top industry certifications for demonstrating your expertise using SOLIDWORKS. Through SolidProfessor’s partnership with SOLIDWORKS, you can be confident in your preparation for the exam by going through our CSWP Learning Path. Here are the
This guest post is from the CEO of SolidProfessor. Our 3D Engineer readers can currently get a free SolidProfessor account. Engineers and designers who want to get (and keep) their skills sharp, can no longer rely on one-time training to stay on the cutting edge. Often, the engineers who need training the most are the ones
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3D printing is a fast-growing technology. Similarly, mobile applications have been growing in availability and popularity to assist in 3d CAD and 3d printing. 3D computer aided design with a variety of software and applications and 3D printing is already widely used in the engineering sector and the experts have predicted that in near future,
QIDI TECHNOLOGY X-one 3D Printer Review Built on MakerBot’s previous generation open source hardware design, the QIDI Tech X-one 3D printer technology is adapted by Chinese company Ruian QIDI Technology Co., Ltd. The X-one’s simple and colorful design shows QIDI’s aim to produce an easy-to-use mainstream 3D printer. QIDI Tech is previously known for it’s
Just in the past five years, 3D printing has boomed. Starting out, users could create only small items such as knickknacks, but his is no longer the case. 3D printers now have amazing capabilities. These small but powerful tools can create objects ranging from clothing, to toys, jewelry, artificial limbs, and cars. Because you can
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Sindoh 3D Printer Review (DP200 3DWOX) With Sindoh’s new lower-budget DP201 3DWOX 3D Printer releasing in 2017, we absolutely needed to cover it’s big brother, the DP200 3DWOX first. While both models are focused on user safety and thermal consistency, the upcoming Sindoh DP201 model only supports PLA filaments (compared to the DP200’s ABS and
Before launching into Solidworks certification training courses, study tips, and practice exams for the Certified Solidworks exams you may ask yourself “Is it worth it”? If you have asked yourself this you are not alone. The question is a valid one and comes up often, on reddit’s /solidworks forum, in industry publications, and is even
Owning a 3D printer doesn’t always make 3D printing a smooth experience, which is why the incorporation of essential and compatible parts and accessories are required. Such required accessories also make a 3D printer easy to use and help in its proper maintenance. Some of these parts are necessarily needed to use a printer. There
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LulzBot TAZ 6 3D Printer While the LulzBot Mini and the LulzBot TAZ 5 3D printers developed a fan base, customers noted that each model was missing a few options. In response to requests, Aleph Objects introduced the LulzBot TAZ 6 3D printer. In addition to upgrades, the latest version features some of the best
Ultimaker 2+ 3D Printer Review For anyone experiencing disappointment with the performance of inexpensive 3D printers, then the second generation Ultimaker 2 + is the premium device you should consider. The print quality is outstanding while keeping noise levels to a minimum. The build capacity is also ample despite the fact that the printer is
QIDI TECHNOLOGY 3D Printer Review Anyone familiar with the FlashForge Creator Pro will likely notice that the QIDI Tech 3D printer is practically an equivalent 3D printer. Both are also based on the MakerBot Replicator 2X. However, the QIDI is currently priced less than the FlashForge and much less than the price of the MakerBot while
LulzBot TAZ 5 Desktop 3D Printer with 0.5 mm Nozzle The Lulzbot TAZ 5 3D printer, prominent in Lulzbot’s flagship line of 3D printers, is intended to bring industrial printing to the desktop. Make magazine’s 3D Printer Review (Buyer’s Guide) named the new TAZ 5 as “Best Overall”, “Outstanding Open Source”, and “Best Large Format”.
Review The is a user-friendly, entry-level printer designed for classrooms and homes. This very compact 3D printer has a very clean design with cables concealed from sight within the plastic alloy body so that the printer is more or less plug-and-play. For safety, all the heated elements are protected from touch, and the printing material
The introduction of 3D printers opened the realms of creative possibilities for hobbyists, architects, engineers, research scientists and other brilliant minds. However, the cost and size of the new technology made the devices unreachable for many. The up and coming Wiiboox company based in Nanjing Jiang, China, set out to solve the problem by recently introducing the Wiiboox One Mini.
Despite being one of the lowest priced 3D printers on the market, the XYZprinting Da Vinci Jr. 3D printer has the capacity to provide quality results in a timely manner. This printer is a well-designed and highly intuitive machine that is easy to use. Designed to be used by individuals who may not have a
The exciting world of 3D printing is becoming increasingly mainstream thanks to desktop printers such as the Leapfrog Creatr. Although the Leapfrog Creatr has been designed for the household market, it offers advanced 3D printing functions that set it slightly apart from competing devices. The first technical aspect to consider when evaluating the Leapfrog Creatr
Printrbot Metal Plus with its sleek design and precise metal construction offer hobbyists and professionals alike an amazingly accurate machine. There is a lot to like with this model. It is large: The 10 inch by 10 inch print bed allows for volumes up to 1000 cubic inches. It is adaptable: The Metal Plus has
Measuring 17″ x 13.4″ x 15.2″ and weighing a mere 19 pounds, the LulzBot Mini fits nicely on a desktop. Set-up takes about 15 minutes. Just take the printer out of the box, hang the filament, download the software, connect the printer to the PC and start printing. The LulzBot Mini uses open source CAD
The MakerGear M2 is a highly rated 3D printer on Amazon, scoring an average rating of 4.9 out of 5.0 from 160 reviewers. The M2 3D printer is one of MakerGear’s most recent product releases. This printer has a steel frame coated in black powder. The z-axis allows for printing resolution from 50 to 300
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