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Suman Sudhakaran
Runner Balancing Using SOLIDWORKS Plastics Professional
By Suman Sudhakaran on May 13, 2026
Designing multi‑cavity injection molds and family molds requires careful consideration of runner systems and ejectors. In family molds, paired parts rarely have identical volumes, which introduces challenges in achieving consistent flow behavior across all cavities. For high‑quality parts with minimal defects, molten polymer must reach…
Simulating Free Surface Flow with SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation
By Suman Sudhakaran on March 30, 2026
Free surface flow occurs when a fluid interacts with an open boundary, such as water crashing on a beach or sloshing in a moving container. It typically occurs at the interface between immiscible fluids (liquids and air) and proves a challenge to properly account for…
How to Use Particle Simulations on 3DEXPERIENCE
By Suman Sudhakaran on March 23, 2026
Particles, whether liquid droplets, bubbles, or solids, interact with fluid flows in complex ways. These interactions influence product performance, efficiency, and safety. Understanding behavior within fluid flow with particle simulations is critical for industries ranging from automotive and aerospace to pharmaceuticals and consumer goods. What…
Knowing how to reorient SOLIDWORKS model views is critical for creating accurate drawings, assemblies, and presentations. Whether you’re preparing a technical drawing or setting up a rendering, having the correct view alignment ensures clarity and consistency. What Are The Standard SOLIDWORKS Model Views? SOLIDWORKS uses…
Improving Simulation Results with SIMULIA’s Material Modeling
By Suman Sudhakaran on March 6, 2026
SOLIDWORKS Simulation Premium users can use different material models, such as nonlinear elastic, nonlinear plastic, Von Mises, or Tresca, to achieve accurate simulation results. However, a more realistic simulation requires advanced material modeling capabilities, such as those offered by SIMULIA. How SIMULIA Improves Simulation Results…
Reaction Injection Molding using SOLIDWORKS Plastics
By Suman Sudhakaran on February 25, 2026
Reaction injection molding (RIM) is a specialized molding technique in which two reagents (e.g., a resin) are mixed and injected into a mold cavity to react and solidify. While reaction injection molding is a low-pressure, low-temperature application, it ultimately results in a high-strength bond. SOLIDWORKS…
Evaluating Angular Deformation using SOLIDWORKS Simulation
By Suman Sudhakaran on February 16, 2026
When post-processing simulation results, we may want to evaluate the angular displacement of components. Angular deformation represents the rotational displacement of a body or region about a defined axis under applied loads. This is particularly important when torsional loads are applied. SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2026 introduced…
Modeling Thermoelectric Coolers in SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation
By Suman Sudhakaran on February 11, 2026
The Peltier effect is a phenomenon observed in thermoelectric coolers when an electric current is maintained in a circuit of two dissimilar conductors. This results in the cooling of one junction and heating of the other. SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation has a built-in feature that allows…
Computational Fluid Dynamics with Geometry-Based Methods
By Suman Sudhakaran on January 19, 2026
The accuracy of simulation results depends on the quality of the mesh used to represent the actual geometry. Historically, computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations have relied on mesh-based approaches. Using a geometry-based approach has several key advantages over traditional methods. The simulation tools on 3DEXPERIENCE…
How to Simulate Fluid-Structure Interaction Using 3DEXPERIENCE
By Suman Sudhakaran on December 5, 2025
Simulation tools on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform empower designers and engineers to solve fluid-structure interaction (FSI) problems. With advanced meshing capabilities, robust solvers, and cloud computing, 3DEXPERIENCE simulation can streamline your product design process. The computational fluid dynamics role, Fluid Dynamics Engineer, combined with a finite…
Simulating Two-Shot Injection Molding with 3DEXPERIENCE
By Suman Sudhakaran on November 7, 2025
The two-shot injection molding process has transformed the plastic product design and manufacturing by allowing you to create parts of two different materials. This innovative technology provides the best of both rigid plastic for strength and softer plastic for comfort without having to create multiple…
Elevating SOLIDWORKS Plastics Simulation with Abaqus Tools
By Suman Sudhakaran on October 27, 2025
As product design engineers, we occasionally encounter disconnected workflows using different software packages and not being able to transfer data from one app to another easily. For example, insights gained from a plastics simulation might not easily make their way into structural performance evaluations. For…
Solar Radiation in SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation
By Suman Sudhakaran on October 9, 2025
When designing outdoor electronics, building facades, or any object exposed to the sun, solar radiation is a critical heat source that can dramatically change your product’s lifespan. Knowing how the sun’s power affects your design can help you make decisions that help produce a better…
Working With Composite Materials in SOLIDWORKS Simulation Premium
By Suman Sudhakaran on September 30, 2025
Composite materials, known for their superior strength-to-weight ratio, continue to revolutionize industries from aerospace to automotive. They are made of two or more constituent materials with different properties whose combination results in enhanced material characteristics that individual materials cannot provide by themselves. SOLIDWORKS Simulation Premium…
Using Warp Analysis to Fix Your Plastic Parts
By Suman Sudhakaran on September 18, 2025
In plastic part manufacturing, warpage is a common yet costly issue to fix. Warpage occurs when uneven shrinkage during cooling causes a part to deform from its intended shape. This deformation can lead to assembly issues, aesthetic defects, and functional failures. To address this, engineers…