Tutorials

How to Convert CAD Files to STL Files in Various Software

10 8 Beginner
How CAD files are exported to STL is an important process for the accurate building of parts, but the conversion process can vary depending on the software. These step-by-step processes for converting CAD files to STL were taken straight from the mentioned companies websites.

Designing a Hirth Spline

24 8 Beginner
Solidworks + Excel instruction on how to design a Hirth Spline. Background on Hirth Splines: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hirth_joint The basic idea of a Hirth spline / Hirth Joint is that the whole geometry is defined from a combination of a single reference point and a grinding/cutting geometry. Two Hirth splines with the same basic tooth geometry will match to form a secure joint that can transfer torque and allows for accurate alignment of parts. Hirth splines and joints are often used in turbomachinery to accurately align various shaft parts and transfer torque.

How to 3D Texture Your Parts for FDM Printing Using SOLIDWORKS 2019!

35 7 Beginner
Instructions on how to create physical, repeating textures you can FEEL and TOUCH on your 3D prints, using a new feature found in SOLIDWORKS 2019. (And this technique will work with ANY type of 3D printer, not just Stratasys!)

Printing Full-Color FEA Results on 3D Printers

46 7 Beginner
Ever wanted to see, feel, and handle your FEA results in the best way to share them with colleagues and students? This tutorial goes through the steps how to use SOLIDWORKS Simulation and GrabCAD Print to print full-color FEA results on polyjet color printers such as the J750. It's a lot easier than you think!

How to 3D Print Jigs & Fixtures, Part 2: Designing for Print

55 5 Beginner
This is the second part of a four-part tutorial series on how to optimize your manufacturing jigs & fixtures for 3D printing. Today, we'll go over what to do in each design pass as you're optimizing your part, including specific steps to do in your CAD package, your print-preparation tool, and if you're bold, your FEA package. Later installments of this series will deal with FDM material selection and post-processing for jigs & fixtures.

How to make 3D posts of your models on Facebook

18 4 Beginner
Facebook has just updated their new feature that enables 3D viewing in posts... This feature has been around for some time, but the new update supports the industry-standard glTF 2.0 file format. This allows us to share 3D content on Facebook, whichever the designing software used was. Here I'll show you how to turn your 3D files into GLB, the only extension Facebook reads till now. By the way, GLB file format is a binary form of glTF that includes textures instead of referencing them as external images, so don't worry about the output's quality.

How do I activate realview graphics in SolidWorks 2020, Como Activar el Realview graphics de Solidworks 2020

6 3 Beginner
In this tutorial we will learn how to make the parts have a real representation according to the material assigned in Solidworks 2020. En este tutorial aprenderemos como hacer que las piezas tengan una representación real según el material asignado en Solidworks 2020.

How to 3D Print in Color- from SOLIDWORKS

5 2 Beginner
This tutorial shows an 'easier' workflow for applying full-color textures to CAD parts for 3D printing, if you are using SOLIDWORKS. It applies for anyone who has SOLIDWORKS Professional or Premium (2017+) since we'll be using the new SOLIDWORKS Visualize tool to map the textures.

How to REALLY export your color SOLIDWORKS files for printing

11 1 Beginner
An updated tutorial, showing you the BEST way to export your color SOLIDWORKS files for 3D printing, using the new '3MF' format!

SOLIDWORKS FOR 3D PRINTING USING ULTIMAKER CURA

3 1 Beginner
this will show you how to print any design, part or assembly in 3D using solidworks software

3D PRINTING OF A GEAR DESIGN IN SOLIDWORKS USING ULTIMAKER 2+ EXTENSION

2 1 Beginner
THIS TUTORIAL WILL SHOW YOU HOW TO LEAVE FROM SOLIDWORKS TO 3D PRINTING OF A GEAR AND ALSO HOW TO CONVERT TO STL, GENERATE THE GCODE

How to make multi-coloured renderings using Photoshop

13 1 Beginner
You've - probably - came upon a model of yours that you don't know which colour suits, so you decide to upload renderings of both colours. Here, I'll show you how to make a single rendering that shows the multiple colour variations you want using Photoshop.

Importing engineering CAD data into Unreal Engine with Datasmith

0 1 Beginner
Importing engineering CAD data into Unreal Engine with Datasmith Full details at this link. Thanks to Yusef from GrabCAD for the model. https://www.engineering.com/DesignSoftware/DesignSoftwareArticles/ArticleID/17901/Unreal-Studio-for-Engineers-Part-1-Importing-CAD-Data-with-Datasmith.aspx

Counter flow heat exchanger flow simulation In Solidworks

2 1 Beginner
In this video you will learn how to do counter flow heat exchanger simulation in solidworks with explanation . you will learn how to apply boundry conditions , selecting fluid , selecting material for your boiler in solidworks and much more all in this tutorial i hope you guys will like this tutorial Solidworks simulation for beginners : https://youtu.be/bKXdEMGxWPE Solidworks simulation for beginner Playlist : https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjExndY7KnkBnQ6LS2u9ZfjOMOVGFIfxI cad file link to download : https://grabcad.com/library/counter-flow-heat-exchanger-project-1

Flow Around a Circular Disc in SOLIDWORKS | Flow Simulation| External Flow |Cylinder Flow Simulation

0 0 Beginner
In this tutorial, we'll learn basic flow simulation in SOLIDWORKS 2020. First of all, we'll model a circular disc and then we'll do a basic simulation. The goal is to find out Drag Force and Drag Coefficient. Parameters for the study are as follows : 1) Cylinder Diameter=0.02m 2) Cylinder Length=0.03m 3) Dynamic Viscosity=0.0000181 Pa.s 4) Working Medium=Air 5) Reynolds Number=10 6) Velocity=0.0007 m/s 7) Density=1.23 kg/m3 8) Temperature=293.2 K 9) Pressure=101.325 kPa We will establish drag coefficient equation. We perform simulation, then we will plot results along with graphs and MS word report. It is a good exercise for beginners and it will be a good practice for beginners. Kindly use play pause technique for practice. I have attached files in the description for practice. Feel free to ask your queries in comment section. I will try to answer each and every question. Keep practicing as practice makes a man perfect. For Files: https://grabcad.com/library/solidworks-flow-simulaion-1 #solidworksflo