SOLIDWORKS Simulation

Simulation Diagnostic Tools: What They Are and When to Use Them

There can be a lot to keep track of when setting up a simulation, and it can also be difficult to understand if the study you’re running will give you results that make sense. Thankfully, SOLIDWORKS Simulation has a lot of tools that, in 2023,…

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Physics Fun with Jamie: Best Practices for Applying Materials

SOLIDWORKS Simulation Offload

Welcome back to “Physics Fun with Jamie”. SOLIDWORKS Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is a powerful tool for designing and analyzing products. The accurate representation of materials is an essential factor in the simulation’s success. Here are some best practices for applying materials in SOLIDWORKS FEA….

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Physics Fun with Jamie: Setting Up a Drop Test Study

SOLIDWORKS Drop Test Study

Welcome back to “Physics Fun with Jamie”. SOLIDWORKS Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is a powerful tool for simulating the effects of a drop on a product. The software can be used to perform a drop test study, which predicts the response of a product when…

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Physics Fun with Jamie: Setting Up a Design Study Analysis

Design study Analysis

Welcome back to “Physics Fun with Jamie”. A design study analysis in SOLIDWORKS FEA is a powerful tool for simulating and optimizing the performance of a product or part. It allows designers to evaluate multiple design alternatives quickly and efficiently, thereby reducing the cost and…

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Physics Fun with Jamie: Setting Up a Topology Study in SOLIDWORKS FEA

Topology Study in SOLIDWORKS FEA produces organic geometry that is optimized for its intended application

Welcome back to “Physics Fun with Jamie”. A topology study in SOLIDWORKS FEA is a powerful tool for optimizing the design of a part or assembly by determining the most efficient use of materials. It helps designers to explore different design possibilities and find the…

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What is the SOLIDWORKS Materials Web Portal?

add materials

If the stock materials library is lacking in a material you may need, and you lack the information to create a custom material for a study you’d like to conduct in SOLIDWORKS Simulation, the solution lies in the SOLIDWORKS Materials Web Portal. How can I access the…

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Physics Fun with Jamie: Setting Up a Frequency Analysis

solidworks frequency analysis

Welcome back to “Physics Fun with Jamie”. A frequency study in SOLIDWORKS FEA is a powerful tool for predicting the natural frequencies and mode shapes of a structure. It is used to identify any resonant frequencies that may lead to unwanted vibrations or failures. Here…

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Physics Fun with Jamie: Setting Up a Static Analysis

static analysis

Welcome back to “Physics Fun with Jamie”. A static study in SOLIDWORKS FEA is used to analyze the behavior of a structure under a static load. It can help engineers determine if a design is capable of withstanding the loads it will experience in its…

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Physics Fun with Jamie: Best Practices for Obtaining Accurate Results

SOLIDWORKS Simulation

Welcome back to “Physics Fun with Jamie” series. SOLIDWORKS FEA (Finite Element Analysis) is a powerful tool for simulating and analyzing the behavior of structures and mechanical components. However, obtaining accurate results in SOLIDWORKS FEA can be challenging, and there are several best practices that…

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