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Book Mastering SolidWorks

    Book Details:
  • Author : Matt Lombard
  • Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
  • Release : 2018-10-29
  • ISBN : 1119300584
  • Pages : 1248 pages

Download or read book Mastering SolidWorks written by Matt Lombard and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-10-29 with total page 1248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The complete SolidWorks reference-tutorial for beginner to advanced techniques Mastering SolidWorks is the reference-tutorial for all users. Packed with step-by-step instructions, video tutorials for over 40 chapters, and coverage of little-known techniques, this book takes you from novice to power user with clear instruction that goes beyond the basics. Fundamental techniques are detailed with real-world examples for hands-on learning, and the companion website provides tutorial files for all exercises. Even veteran users will find value in new techniques that make familiar tasks faster, easier, and more organized, including advanced file management tools that simplify and streamline pre-flight checks. SolidWorks is the leading 3D CAD program, and is an essential tool for engineers, mechanical designers, industrial designers, and drafters around the world. User friendly features such as drag-and-drop, point-and-click, and cut-and-paste tools belie the software’s powerful capabilities that can help you create cleaner, more precise, more polished designs in a fraction of the time. This book is the comprehensive reference every SolidWorks user needs, with tutorials, background, and more for beginner to advanced techniques. Get a grasp on fundamental SolidWorks 2D and 3D tasks using realistic examples with text-based tutorials Delve into advanced functionality and capabilities not commonly covered by how-to guides Incorporate improved search, Pack-and-Go and other file management tools into your workflow Adopt best practices and exclusive techniques you won’t find anywhere else Work through this book beginning-to-end as a complete SolidWorks course, or dip in as needed to learn new techniques and time-saving tricks on-demand. Organized for efficiency and designed for practicality, these tips will remain useful at any stage of expertise. With exclusive coverage and informative detail, Mastering SolidWorks is the tutorial-reference for users at every level of expertise.

Book SOLIDWORKS 2019 and Engineering Graphics

Download or read book SOLIDWORKS 2019 and Engineering Graphics written by Randy Shih and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2018-12-31 with total page 750 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: SOLIDWORKS 2019 and Engineering Graphics: An Integrated Approach combines an introduction to SOLIDWORKS 2019 with a comprehensive coverage of engineering graphics principles. Not only will this unified approach give your course a smoother flow, your students will also save money on their textbooks. What’s more, the exercises in this book cover the performance tasks that are included on the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) Examination. Reference guides located at the front of the book and in each chapter show where these performance tasks are covered. The primary goal of SOLIDWORKS 2019 and Engineering Graphics: An Integrated Approach is to introduce the aspects of Engineering Graphics with the use of modern Computer Aided Design package – SOLIDWORKS 2019. This text is intended to be used as a training guide for students and professionals. The chapters in this text proceed in a pedagogical fashion to guide you from constructing basic shapes to making complete sets of engineering drawings. This text takes a hands-on, exercise-intensive approach to all the important concepts of Engineering Graphics, as well as in-depth discussions of parametric feature-based CAD techniques. This textbook contains a series of sixteen chapters, with detailed step-by-step tutorial style lessons, designed to introduce beginning CAD users to the graphics language used in all branches of technical industry. This book does not attempt to cover all of SOLIDWORKS 2019’s features, only to provide an introduction to the software. It is intended to help you establish a good basis for exploring and growing in the exciting field of Computer Aided Engineering.

Book Introduction to SolidWorks

Download or read book Introduction to SolidWorks written by Godfrey C. Onwubolu and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2017-03-03 with total page 1676 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This senior undergraduate level textbook is written for Advanced Manufacturing, Additive Manufacturing, as well as CAD/CAM courses. Its goal is to assist students in colleges and universities, designers, engineers, and professionals interested in using SolidWorks as the design and 3D printing tool for emerging manufacturing technology for practical applications. This textbook will bring a new dimension to SolidWorks by introducing readers to the role of SolidWorks in the relatively new manufacturing paradigm shift, known as 3D-Printing which is based on Additive Manufacturing (AM) technology. This new textbook: Features modeling of complex parts and surfaces Provides a step-by-step tutorial type approach with pictures showing how to model using SolidWorks Offers a user-Friendly approach for the design of parts, assemblies, and drawings, motion-analysis, and FEA topics Includes clarification of connections between SolidWorks and 3D-Printing based on Additive Manufacturing Discusses a clear presentation of Additive Manufacturing for Designers using SolidWorks CAD software "Introduction to SolidWorks: A Comprehensive Guide with Applications in 3D Printing" is written using a hands-on approach which includes a significant number of pictorial descriptions of the steps that a student should follow to model parts, assemble parts, and produce drawings.

Book SolidWorks For Dummies

    Book Details:
  • Author : Greg Jankowski
  • Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
  • Release : 2011-02-09
  • ISBN : 1118051475
  • Pages : 391 pages

Download or read book SolidWorks For Dummies written by Greg Jankowski and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-02-09 with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether it’s your first venture into 3D technical drawing software or you’re switching to SolidWorks from something else, you’re probably excited about what this CAD program has to offer. Chances are, you figure it’s going to take awhile to get the hang of it before you can begin cranking out those perfectly precise 3D designs. SolidWorks For Dummies, 2nd Edition, can help you dramatically shorten that get-acquainted period! SolidWorks For Dummies, 2nd Edition will help you get up and running quickly on the leading 3D technical drawing software. You’ll see how to set up SolidWorks to create the type of drawings your industry requires and how to take full advantage of its legendary 3D features. You’ll discover how to: Work with virtual prototypes Understand the user interface Use templates and sketch, assemble, and create drawings Automate the drawing process Review drawings and collaborate with other team members Define and edit sketches Create dimensions and annotations Print or plot your drawings Leverage existing designs Sample files on the bonus CD-ROM show you how to apply the latest version of SolidWorks and accomplish specific tasks. Even if you’re brand-new to CAD software, SolidWorks For Dummies, 2nd Edition will have you feeling like a pro in no time. You’ll find you’ve entered a whole new dimension. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Book Engineering Design with SOLIDWORKS 2022

Download or read book Engineering Design with SOLIDWORKS 2022 written by David Planchard and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2022-02 with total page 835 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive introduction to SOLIDWORKS using tutorial style, step-by-step instructions Designed for beginning or intermediate SOLIDWORKS users Learn to create parts and assemblies using machined, plastic and sheet metal components Also covers Simulation, Sustainability, and Intelligent Modeling techniques Includes bonus chapters on the CSWA exam and 3D printing Engineering Design with SOLIDWORKS 2022 is written to assist students, designers, engineers and professionals. The book provides a solid foundation in SOLIDWORKS by utilizing projects with step-by-step instructions for the beginner to intermediate SOLIDWORKS user featuring machined, plastic and sheet metal components. Desired outcomes and usage competencies are listed for each project. The book is divided into five sections with 11 projects. Project 1 - Project 6: Explore the SOLIDWORKS User Interface and CommandManager, Document and System properties, simple and complex parts and assemblies, proper design intent, design tables, configurations, multi-sheet, multi-view drawings, BOMs, and Revision tables using basic and advanced features. Additional techniques include the edit and reuse of features, parts, and assemblies through symmetry, patterns, configurations, SOLIDWORKS 3D ContentCentral and the SOLIDWORKS Toolbox. Project 7: Understand Top-Down assembly modeling and Sheet Metal parts. Develop components In-Context with InPlace Mates, along with the ability to import parts using the Top-Down assembly method. Convert a solid part into a Sheet Metal part and insert and apply various Sheet Metal features. Project 8 - Project 9: Recognize SOLIDWORKS Simulation and Intelligent Modeling techniques. Understand a general overview of SOLIDWORKS Simulation and the type of questions that are on the SOLIDWORKS Simulation Associate - Finite Element Analysis (CSWSA-FEA) exam. Apply design intent and intelligent modeling techniques in a sketch, feature, part, plane, assembly and drawing. Project 10: Comprehend the differences between additive and subtractive manufacturing. Understand 3D printer terminology along with a working knowledge of preparing, saving, and printing CAD models on a low cost printer. Project 11: Review the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) program. Understand the curriculum and categories of the CSWA exam and the required model knowledge needed to successfully take the exam. The author developed the industry scenarios by combining his own industry experience with the knowledge of engineers, department managers, vendors and manufacturers. These professionals are directly involved with SOLIDWORKS every day. Their responsibilities go far beyond the creation of just a 3D model.

Book Learn SOLIDWORKS

    Book Details:
  • Author : Tayseer Almattar
  • Publisher : Packt Publishing Ltd
  • Release : 2022-01-31
  • ISBN : 180107433X
  • Pages : 676 pages

Download or read book Learn SOLIDWORKS written by Tayseer Almattar and published by Packt Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2022-01-31 with total page 676 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get to grips with leading 3D engineering and product design application to design robust 3D models and achieve CSWA and CSWP certification Key FeaturesGain comprehensive insights into the core aspects of 3D modeling's mechanical partsLearn how to generate assembly designs with both standard and advanced matesDiscover design practices for both 2D as well as 3D modeling and prepare to achieve CSWP and CSWA certificationBook Description SOLIDWORKS is the leading choice for 3D engineering and product design applications across industries such as aviation, automobile, and consumer product design. This book helps you to get up and running with SOLIDWORKS and understand each new concept and tool with the help of easy-to-follow exercises. You'll begin with the basics, exploring the software interface and finding out how to work with drawing files. The book then guides you through topics such as sketching, building complex 3D models, generating dynamic and static assemblies, and generating 2D engineering drawings to prepare you to take on any design project. You'll also work with practical exercises to get hands-on experience with creating sketches, 3D part models, assemblies, and drawings. To reinforce your understanding of SOLIDWORKS, the book is supplemented by downloadable files that will help you to understand the concepts and exercises more easily. Finally, you'll also work on projects for 3D modeling objects inspired by everyday life. By the end of this SOLIDWORKS book, you'll have gained the skills you need to create professional 3D mechanical models using SOLIDWORKS and be able to prepare effectively for the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) and Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional (CSWP) exams. What you will learnUnderstand the fundamentals of SOLIDWORKS and parametric modelingCreate professional 2D sketches as bases for 3D models using simple and advanced modeling techniquesUse SOLIDWORKS drawing tools to generate standard engineering drawingsEvaluate mass properties and materials for designing parts and assembliesJoin different parts together to form static and dynamic assembliesDiscover expert tips and tricks to generate different part and assembly configurations for your mechanical designsWho this book is for This book is for aspiring engineers, designers, makers, draftsmen, and hobbyists looking to get started with SOLIDWORKS and explore the software. Individuals who are interested in becoming Certified SOLIDWORKS Associates (CSWAs) or Certified SOLIDWORKS Professionals (CSWPs) will also find this book useful. No specific background is needed to follow the concepts in the book as it starts from the basics of SOLIDWORKS. However, basic theoretical knowledge of 3D modeling will be helpful to get the most out of this book.

Book Learn SOLIDWORKS 2020

    Book Details:
  • Author : Tayseer Almattar
  • Publisher : Packt Publishing Ltd
  • Release : 2019-12-02
  • ISBN : 1789801958
  • Pages : 576 pages

Download or read book Learn SOLIDWORKS 2020 written by Tayseer Almattar and published by Packt Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2019-12-02 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore a practical and example-driven approach to understanding SOLIDWORKS 2020 and achieving CSWA and CSWP certification Key FeaturesGain comprehensive insights into the core aspects of mechanical part modelingGet up to speed with generating assembly designs with both standard and advanced matesFocus on design practices for both 2D as well as 3D modeling and prepare to achieve CWSP and CWSA certificationBook Description SOLIDWORKS is the leading choice for 3D engineering and product design applications across industries such as aviation, automobiles, and consumer product design. This book takes a practical approach to getting you up and running with SOLIDWORKS 2020. You'll start with the basics, exploring the software interface and working with drawing files. The book then guides you through topics such as sketching, building complex 3D models, generating dynamic and static assemblies, and generating 2D engineering drawings to equip you for mechanical design projects. You'll also do practical exercises to get hands-on with creating sketches, 3D part models, assemblies, and drawings. To reinforce your understanding of SOLIDWORKS, the book is supplemented by downloadable files that will help you follow up with the concepts and exercises found in the book. By the end of this book, you'll have gained the skills you need to create professional 3D mechanical models using SOLIDWORKS, and you'll be able to prepare effectively for the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) and Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional (CSWP) exams. What you will learnUnderstand the fundamentals of SOLIDWORKS and parametric modelingCreate professional 2D sketches as bases for 3D models using simple and advanced modeling techniquesUse SOLIDWORKS drawing tools to generate standard engineering drawingsEvaluate mass properties and materials for designing parts and assembliesUnderstand the objectives and the formats of the CSWA and CSWP examsDiscover expert tips and tricks to generate different part and assembly configurations for your mechanical designsWho this book is for This book is for aspiring engineers, designers, drafting technicians, or anyone looking to get started with the latest version of SOLIDWORKS. Anyone interested in becoming a Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) or Certified SOLIDWORKS Professional (CSWP) will also find this book useful.

Book SolidWorks 2018 Black Book

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Book Beginner s Guide to SOLIDWORKS 2021   Level I

Download or read book Beginner s Guide to SOLIDWORKS 2021 Level I written by Alejandro Reyes and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2021-01-15 with total page 792 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is intended to help new users learn the basic concepts of SOLIDWORKS and good solid modeling techniques in an easy to follow guide that includes video instruction. It is a great starting point for those new to SOLIDWORKS or as a teaching aid in classroom training to become familiar with the software’s interface, basic commands and strategies as users complete a series of models while learning different ways to accomplish a particular task. At the end of this book, you will have a fairly good understanding of the SOLIDWORKS interface and the most commonly used commands for part modeling, assembly and detailing after completing a series of components and their 2D drawings complete with Bill of Materials. The book focuses on the processes to complete the modeling of a part, instead of focusing on individual software commands or operations, which are generally simple enough to learn. Throughout this book the author introduces you to new commands that are required to pass the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate exam, as listed on the SOLIDWORKS website. A dedicated chapter provides you with details about the exam, as well as a practice test to help you prepare for the actual exam. SOLIDWORKS is an easy to use CAD software that includes many time saving tools that will enable new and experienced users to complete design tasks faster than before. Most commands covered in this book have advanced options, which may not be covered in this book. This is meant to be a starting point to help new users to learn the basic and most frequently used commands.

Book SolidWorks Surfacing and Complex Shape Modeling Bible

Download or read book SolidWorks Surfacing and Complex Shape Modeling Bible written by Matt Lombard and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-06-24 with total page 509 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want to gain proficiency and expertise with SolidWorks surface modeling, this is the resource for you. You'll learn how to apply concepts, utilize tools, and combine techniques and strategies in hands-on tutorials. This Bible covers the range from sketching splines and shelling to modeling blends and decorative features. Complete with professional tips and real-world examples, this inclusive guide enables you to coax more out of SolidWorks surfacing tools.

Book Solidworks 2013 Bible

    Book Details:
  • Author : Matt Lombard
  • Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
  • Release : 2013-02-15
  • ISBN : 1118508394
  • Pages : 1298 pages

Download or read book Solidworks 2013 Bible written by Matt Lombard and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-02-15 with total page 1298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive resource packed with information for both beginners and advanced users SolidWorks is the leading 3D solid modeling software used in computer-aided design. It's powerful but not simple. This complete guide introduces beginners to the software but then goes far beyond, covering numerous details that advanced users have requested. Beginners will learn not only how the software works but why, while more experienced users will learn all about search criteria, Pack-and-Go, other file management concepts, and much more. A valuable companion website contains before and after real-world parts and assemblies along with many example files used in the text. Additionally, the text of the book is augmented by video tutorials with author voice-over which can be found on the website. SolidWorks is the leading 3D CAD program, and previous editions of this book have sold more than 33,000 copies Covers necessary information to give beginners a solid foundation in the software, including part and assembly modeling and 2D drawing techniques Addresses a wide range of advanced topics not treated in other books, including best practices, search criteria, Pack-and-Go, and other file management concepts Includes tutorials on both beginning and advanced topics, with videos; sample part, assembly, and drawing files; and before-and-after example files available on the companion website SolidWorks 2013 Bible is the ultimate resource on SolidWorks 2013, the book beginners can start with and advanced users will want to keep close at hand.

Book SOLIDWORKS 2022 Intermediate Skills

Download or read book SOLIDWORKS 2022 Intermediate Skills written by Paul Tran and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2021-11 with total page 684 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: SOLIDWORKS 2022 Intermediate Skills is part of a three part series which builds on the SOLIDWORKS features learned in SOLIDWORKS 2022 Basic Tools. SOLIDWORKS 2022 Intermediate Skills broadens your SOLIDWORKS knowledge base by covering such features as surveys, lofts and boundaries, the use of multibodies, generating engineering drawings and other SOLIDWORKS functions that are critical for the effective use of this powerful software. This book helps prepare you for the advanced features of SOLIDWORKS which are covered in SOLIDWORKS Advanced Techniques. It uses a step by step tutorial approach with real world projects. This book also features a Quick-Reference-Guide to the SOLIDWORKS 2022 commands, icons, and customized hotkeys. Who’s this book for? This book is for the mid-level user, who is already familiar with the SOLIDWORKS program. It is also a great resource for the more CAD literate individuals who want to expand their knowledge of the different features that SOLIDWORKS 2022 has to offer.

Book SolidWorks 2007 Bible

    Book Details:
  • Author : Matt Lombard
  • Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
  • Release : 2007-04-30
  • ISBN : 0470080132
  • Pages : 1106 pages

Download or read book SolidWorks 2007 Bible written by Matt Lombard and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2007-04-30 with total page 1106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive reference enables readers to become proficient in the drag-and-drop, point-and-click, and cut-and-paste functions of the latest version of SolidWorks. It covers every detail about the program using real-world examples and more than 150 tutorials to allow readers to get hands-on experience.

Book Engineering Analysis with SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2020

Download or read book Engineering Analysis with SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2020 written by Paul Kurowski and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2020-02 with total page 604 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Engineering Analysis with SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2020 goes beyond the standard software manual. Its unique approach concurrently introduces you to the SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2020 software and the fundamentals of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) through hands-on exercises. A number of projects are presented using commonly used parts to illustrate the analysis features of SOLIDWORKS Simulation. Each chapter is designed to build on the skills, experiences and understanding gained from the previous chapters.

Book Engineering Design with SOLIDWORKS 2021

Download or read book Engineering Design with SOLIDWORKS 2021 written by David Planchard and published by SDC Publications. This book was released on 2021 with total page 832 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Engineering Design with SOLIDWORKS 2021 is written to assist students, designers, engineers and professionals. The book provides a solid foundation in SOLIDWORKS by utilizing projects with step-by-step instructions for the beginner to intermediate SOLIDWORKS user featuring machined, plastic and sheet metal components. Desired outcomes and usage competencies are listed for each project. The book is divided into five sections with 11 projects. Project 1 - Project 6: Explore the SOLIDWORKS User Interface and CommandManager, Document and System properties, simple and complex parts and assemblies, proper design intent, design tables, configurations, multi-sheet, multi-view drawings, BOMs, and Revision tables using basic and advanced features. Additional techniques include the edit and reuse of features, parts, and assemblies through symmetry, patterns, configurations, SOLIDWORKS 3D ContentCentral and the SOLIDWORKS Toolbox. Project 7: Understand Top-Down assembly modeling and Sheet Metal parts. Develop components In-Context with InPlace Mates, along with the ability to import parts using the Top-Down assembly method. Convert a solid part into a Sheet Metal part and insert and apply various Sheet Metal features. Project 8 - Project 9: Recognize SOLIDWORKS Simulation and Intelligent Modeling techniques. Understand a general overview of SOLIDWORKS Simulation and the type of questions that are on the SOLIDWORKS Simulation Associate - Finite Element Analysis (CSWSA-FEA) exam. Apply design intent and intelligent modeling techniques in a sketch, feature, part, plane, assembly and drawing. Project 10: Comprehend the differences between additive and subtractive manufacturing. Understand 3D printer terminology along with a working knowledge of preparing, saving, and printing CAD models on a low cost printer. Project 11: Review the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) program. Understand the curriculum and categories of the CSWA exam and the required model knowledge needed to successfully take the exam. The author developed the industry scenarios by combining his own industry experience with the knowledge of engineers, department managers, vendors and manufacturers. These professionals are directly involved with SOLIDWORKS every day. Their responsibilities go far beyond the creation of just a 3D model.

Book SolidWorks 2020 Black Book  Colored

Download or read book SolidWorks 2020 Black Book Colored written by Gaurav Verma and published by CADCAMCAE Works. This book was released on 2019-11-19 with total page 1201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The SolidWorks 2020 Black Book is the 7th edition of our series on SolidWorks. With lots of additions and thorough review, we present a book to help professionals as well as learners in creating some of the most complex solid models. The book follows a step by step methodology. In this book, we have tried to give real-world examples with real challenges in designing. We have tried to reduce the gap between university use of SolidWorks and industrial use of SolidWorks. In this edition of book, we have included many new features of SolidWorks like Sketch Ink, Silhouette Entities, 3D Textures, Mesh Modeling, DriveWorksXpress, Markup, SolidWorks Inspection, and so on. New practice questions have been added in this edition. The book covers almost all the information required by a learner to master the SolidWorks. The book starts with sketching and ends at advanced topics like Mold Design, Sheetmetal, Weldment, SolidWorks CAM, Rendering, and MBD. In-Depth explanation of concepts Every new topic of this book starts with the explanation of the basic concepts. In this way, the user becomes capable of relating the things with real world. Topics Covered Every chapter starts with a list of topics being covered in that chapter. In this way, the user can easy find the topic of his/her interest easily. Instruction through illustration The instructions to perform any action are provided by maximum number of illustrations so that the user can perform the actions discussed in the book easily and effectively. There are about 1350 illustrations that make the learning process effective. Tutorial point of view At the end of concept's explanation, the tutorial make the understanding of users firm and long lasting. Almost each chapter of the book has tutorials that are real world projects. Moreover most of the tools in this book are discussed in the form of tutorials. Project Free projects and exercises are provided to students for practicing. For Faculty If you are a faculty member, then you can ask for video tutorials on any of the topic, exercise, tutorial, or concept. New Addition If anything is added in this edition but is not available in the previous editions, then it is displayed with New symbol in table of content.

Book Mastering SolidWorks  2 download

Download or read book Mastering SolidWorks 2 download written by Ibrahim Zeid and published by Peachpit Press. This book was released on 2014-08-29 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mastering SolidWorks: The Design Approach, Second Edition is entirely updated for SolidWorks 2014 and presents SolidWorks as a design system rather than a software program, using design, modeling, and drafting concepts as the building blocks, instead of focusing on menus and commands. It describes design approaches, methodologies, and techniques to help CAD designers/engineers and draftspersons achieve their engineering tasks in the fastest, easiest, and most effective way. It develops command sequences to achieve CAD and modeling tasks, providing SolidWorks syntax and details. Starting with a CAD task to accomplish, the book then goes about how to accomplish it, motivating students to learn more than simply going through layers of menus and commands. Intended for design courses, the book uses a minimal amount of mathematical concepts, covering basic math in Chapter 8 (Curves), Chapter 9 (Surfaces), and Chapter 13 (Analysis Tools). Intended for design courses, the book uses a minimal amount of mathematical concepts, covering basic math in Chapter 8 (Curves), Chapter 9 (Surfaces), and Chapter 13 (Analysis Tools). • Shows concepts to those who are curious about how CAD/CAM systems work "under the hood." • Broadens the book appeal to many students, professors, and readers. • The coverage of math in chapters 8, 9, and 13 may be ignored without affecting the continuity of the material in those chapters. Step-by-Step instructions help students learn SolidWorks as a design system rather than a software program. • Ample illustrations guide students as they learn. Tutorials offer comprehensive coverage of a full design task. • Each tutorial ends with a hands-on exercise that both challenges the student’s understanding and extends it. Examples with Solutions cover a single concept in detail. • Each example offers a hands-on exercise that builds on the previous example, ensuring the student has gone through each example. Each chapter includes challenging modeling and design examples and problems. • The book’s unique approach covers the theoretical concepts behind the various functions of SolidWorks. • This sheds light about why things work the way they do, as well as explains their limitations and uses.