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Ch. 2 Review Questions:

1. What is the first thing we should set up in SOLIDWORKS when creating a new
model?
When starting a new CAD file, the first thing we should do is choose the units we
would like to use.

2. Describe the general parametric modeling procedure.

a. Create a rough two-dimensional sketch of the basic shape of the base feature
of the design.
b. Apply/modify constraints and dimensions to the two-dimensional sketch.
c. Extrude, revolve, or sweep the parametric two-dimensional sketch to create
the base solid feature of the design.
d. Add additional parametric features by identifying feature relations and
complete the design.
e. Perform analyses on the computer model and refine the design as needed.
f. Create the desired drawing views to document the design.

3. What is the main difference between a rough sketch and a profile?

As the name implies, a rough sketch is not precise at all; while a profile is the
completed and precise sketch that is used to create the solid feature.

4. List two of the geometric constraint symbols used by SOLIDWORKS.

Parallel indicates a line is parallel to other entities

Perpendicular indicates a line is perpendicular to other entities

5. What was the first feature we created in this lesson?

The first feature we created in this lesson was an extruded feature.

6. Identify the following commands:

(a)

Shaded with Edges – Allows the display of a shaded view of a 3D

model with its edges.

(b)

Sketch - Allows the creation of a new sketch.

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(c)

The Circle command - Allows the creation of a circle.

(d)

The Rectangle command - Allows the creation of a rectangle.

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Ch. 3 Review Questions:

1. List and describe three basic Boolean operations commonly used in computer
geometric modeling software?
There are three basic Boolean operations: JOIN (Union), CUT (Difference), and
INTERSECT. The JOIN operation combines the two volumes included in the
different solids into a single solid. The CUT operation subtracts the volume of one
solid object from the other solid object. The INTERSECT operation keeps only the
volume common to both solid objects.

2. What is a primitive solid?

A primitive solid is a basic three-dimensional shape. The basic primitive solid set
typically includes: Rectangular-prism (Block), Cylinder, Cone, Sphere, and Torus
(Tube).

3. What does CSG stand for?

CSG stand for the Constructive Solid Geometry (CSG) method. CSG describes the
solid model as combinations of basic three-dimensional shapes (primitive solids).

4. Which Boolean operation keeps only the volume common to the two solid objects?
The INTERSECT operation keeps only the volume common to both solid objects.

5. What is the main difference between an EXTRUDED CUT feature and a HOLE
feature in SOLIDWORKS?
An EXTRUDED cut feature is a sketched feature, where we created a rough sketch
first and performed an extrusion operation. A hole feature is a placed feature. A
placed feature is a feature that does not need a sketch and can be created
automatically.
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Ch. 4 Questions:
1. What are stored in the SOLIDWORKS FeatureManager Design Tree?
The SOLIDWORKS FeatureManager Design Tree contains all features that were
created, including Boolean relations.

2. When extruding, what is the difference between Blind and Through All?
The Blind option requires the input of a number, while system will calculate a number
for the Through All option.

3. Describe the history-based part modification approach.

SOLIDWORKS uses the history-based part modification approach, which enables us
to make modifications to the appropriate features and re-link the rest of the history
tree without having to reconstruct the model from scratch. We can think of it as going
back in time and modifying some aspects of the modeling steps used to create the
part. We can modify any feature that we have created.

4. What determines how a model reacts when other features in the model change?
The parent/child relationships that are embedded in the model history tree will
determine how a model reacts when other features in the model change.

5. Describe the steps to rename existing features.

To rename existing features simply click twice on the name of the feature in the
SOLIDWORKS FeatureManager Design Tree.

6. Describe two methods available in SOLIDWORKS to modify the dimension values of

parametric sketches.
a. Use the Show Feature Dimensions option.
b. Use the Edit Sketch option.
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Ch. 5 Questions:
1. What is the difference between dimensional constraints and geometric constraints?
Dimensional constraints are used to describe the SIZE and LOCATION of
individual geometric shapes. Geometric constraints are geometric restrictions that
can be applied to geometric entities; for example, horizontal, parallel, perpendicular,
and tangent are commonly used geometric constraints in parametric modeling.

2. How can we confirm that a sketch is fully constrained?

SOLIDWORKS will indicate the sketch is Fully Defined near the bottom of the
screen.

3. How do we distinguish between derived dimensions and regular dimensions on the

screen?
The derived dimension values are displayed with Σ in front of the numbers.

4. Describe the procedure to Display/Edit user-defined equations.

In the Tools pull-down menu select the Equations

command by left-clicking once on the icon.

5. List and describe three different geometric constraints available in SOLIDWORKS.

Coincident indicates a point is constrained to a curve.

Concentric indicates the circles constrained to the same center point.

Tangent indicates the two curves to be tangent to one another

6. Does SOLIDWORKS allow us to build partially constrained or totally unconstrained

solid models? What are the advantages and disadvantages of building these types of
models?
Using SOLIDWORKS to build partially constrained or totally unconstrained solid
models can be extremely helpful during the initial conceptual design stage, where the
emphases are placed on the general forms and shapes of the designs.
Although we can use SOLIDWORKS to build partially constrained or totally
unconstrained solid models, the models may behave unpredictably as changes are
made. In most cases, it is important to consider the design intent and to add proper
constraints to geometric entities.
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7. Identify and describe the following commands.

(a)

Tangent - Constrains two curves to be tangent to one another.

(b)

Fix - Constrains selected entities to a fixed location relative to the sketch

coordinate system. However, endpoints of a fixed line, arc, or elliptical segment
are free to move along the underlying fixed curve.

(c)

Coincident - Constrains a point to a curve.

(d)
Concentric - Constrains selected items to the same center point.
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Ch. 6 Questions:

1. Can we create a profile with extra 2D geometry entities?

In SOLIDWORKS, profiles are closed regions that are defined from sketches. Profiles
are used as cross sections to create solid features. The sketches used to define a
profile can contain additional geometry since the additional geometry entities are
consumed when the feature is created. To create a profile we can create single or
multiple closed regions, or we can select existing solid edges to form closed regions.
Regions selected in a single operation form a single profile.

2. How do we access the SOLIDWORKS’s Edit Sketch option?

In the Design Tree, right-mouse-click once on the

Extrude feature to bring up the option menu, then
pick Edit Sketch in the pop-up menu.

3. How do we create a profile in SOLIDWORKS?

In the Extrude dialog box, click on the Selected

Contours button to edit/redefine the 2D profile.

4. Can we build a profile that consists of self-intersecting curves?

A region cannot contain self-intersecting geometry, a profile can contain multiple
regions/contours

5. Describe the procedure to create a copy of a sketched 2D wireframe geometry?

Pre-select the objects to be copied and use the windows clipboard to copy and paste.
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6. Describe the Selected Contours option in SOLIDWORKS.

a. In the Boss-Extrude1 PropertyManager, click

on the arrow to reveal the Selected Contours
option panel as shown (if necessary).

b. Move the cursor over the Selected Contours

panel and click once with the right mouse
button. In the pop-up option menu, select
Clear Selections.

c. Move the cursor inside the desired bound area. When the area is
highlighted, click once with the left-mouse-button to select the area for
inclusion in the profile.

7. Identify and briefly describe the following commands:

(a)

Offset – create copies of entities at the specified offset distance.

(b)

Hidden Remove Display – Display the model with hidden lines removed.

(c)

Trim – Allows the trimming of constructed entities.

(d)

Extend – Allows the extending of constructed entities.

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Ch. 7 Questions:
1. Why is it important to consider the parent/child relationships in between features?
The parent/child relationship is one of the most powerful aspects of parametric
modeling. In SOLIDWORKS, each time a new modeling event is created, previously
defined features can be used to define information such as size, location, and
orientation. The referenced features become PARENT features to the new feature,
and the new feature is called the CHILD feature. The parent/child relationships
determine how a model reacts when other features in the model change, thus
capturing design intent. It is crucial to keep track of these parent/child relations. Any
modification to a parent feature can change one or more of its children.

2. Describe the procedure to suppress a feature.

Move the cursor inside the Model Tree

window. Click once with the right-mouse-
button on top of the feature to be
suppressed to bring up the option menu.
Pick Suppress in the pop-up menu.

3. What is the basic concept of the BORN technique?

The basic concept of the BORN technique is to use a Cartesian coordinate system as
the first feature prior to creating any solid features. With the Cartesian coordinate
system established, we then have three mutually perpendicular datum planes (namely
the XY, YZ, and ZX planes) available to use as sketching planes. The three datum
planes can also be used as references for dimensions and geometric constructions.
Using this technique, the first node in the history tree is called an “orphan,” meaning
that it has no history to be replayed. The technique of creating the reference geometry
in this “base node” is therefore called the “Base Orphan Reference Node” (BORN)
technique.

4. What happen to a feature when it is suppressed?

Feature suppression is a method that enables us to disable a feature while retaining
the complete feature information; the feature can be reactivated at any time.

5. How do you identify a suppressed feature in a model?

The suppressed feature names are shown differently in the

design tree, the gray color.
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6. What is the main advantage of using the BORN technique?

SOLIDWORKS automatically establishes a set of reference geometry when we start a
new part, namely a Cartesian coordinate system with three work planes, three work
axes, and a work point All subsequent solid features can then use the coordinate
system and/or reference geometry as sketching planes. The base feature is still
important, but the base feature is no longer the ONLY choice for selecting the
sketching plane for subsequent solid features. This approach provides us with more
options while we are creating parametric solid models. More importantly, this
approach provides greater flexibility for part modifications and design changes.
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Ch. 8 Questions:
1. What does SOLIDWORKS’s associative functionality allow us to do?
SOLIDWORKS provides associative functionality in the different SOLIDWORKS
modes. This functionality allows us to change the design at any level, and the system
reflects it at all levels automatically. For example, a solid model can be modified in
the Part Modeling Mode and the system automatically reflects that change in the
Drawing Mode. And we can also modify a feature dimension in the Drawing Mode,
and the system automatically updates the solid model in all modes.

2. How do we move a view on the Drawing Sheet?

a. Move the cursor on top of the isometric view and watch for the four-arrow
Move symbol as the cursor is near the border indicating the view can be dragged
to a new location as shown in the figure.

b. Press and hold down the left-mouse-button and reposition the view to a new
location.

3. How do we display feature/model dimensions in the drawing mode?

Select Model Items to display the

parametric dimensions used to create
the model.

4. What is the difference between a feature dimension and a reference dimension?

Feature dimensions are used to control the geometry, whereas reference dimensions
are controlled by the existing geometry.

5. How do we reposition dimensions?

Move the cursor on top of the dimension and drag the grip points to reposition the
dimension.

6. What is a base view?

A base view is the primary view in the drawing; other views can be derived from this
view.

7. Identify and describe the following commands:

(a)

Standard 3 views layout – This command can be used to create a drawing

layout of 3 standard views.
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(b)
Model View – This command can be used to create individual views and/or
projected view layout

(c)

Model Items - This command can be used to display parametric dimensions

to the drawing.

(d)

Note – This command can be used to add notes to drawings.

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Ch. 9 Questions:
1. What are the different types of reference geometry features available in
SOLIDWORKS?
In SOLIDWORKS, we can create reference planes, axes, or points.

2. Why are reference geometry features important in parametric modeling?

Reference geometry features can be thought of as user-definable datum, which are
updated with the part geometry. We can create reference planes, axes, or points that
do not already exist. Reference geometry features can also be used to align features or
to orient parts in an assembly. Reference geometry features are not converted into
solid features. By creating parametric reference geometry features, the established
feature interactions in the CAD database assure the capturing of the design intent.

3. Describe the purpose of auxiliary views in 2D drawings?

An important rule concerning multiview drawings is to draw enough views to
accurately describe the design. This usually requires two or three of the regular views,
such as a front view, a top view and/or a side view. However, many designs have
features located on inclined surfaces that are not parallel to the regular planes of
projection. To truly describe the feature, the true shape of the feature must be shown
using an auxiliary view.

4. What are the required elements in order to generate an auxiliary view?

An auxiliary view is a supplementary view that can be constructed from any of the
regular views. In SOLIDWORKS, the orthographic projection direction of the
auxiliary view is set by selecting an existing edge.

5. Describe the methods used to create centerlines in the chapter.

The Center Mark command can be used to add centerlines of the circular views. The
Centerline Bisector command can be used to add centerlines of the edge views.

6. Can we change the View Scale of existing views? How?

Yes, by using the Edit Properties command.

7. Identify and describe the following commands:

(a)

Auxiliary view - This command can be used to create an auxiliary view in a

drawing.

(b)

Convert Entities - This command can be used to project existing curves to

the sketching plane.
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(c)

Reference Geometry – This command can be used to create reference

geometry such as planes, Lines and points.

(d)
Centerpoint Arc – This command can be used to sketch an arc by
specifying a centerpoint location and create the arc by dragging the mouse.
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Ch. 10 Questions:

1. What is the main difference between Additive Manufacturing and the traditional
Subtractive Manufacturing technologies?
A number of limitations exist in the traditional subtractive manufacturing processes,
which can be labor intensive, requiring expensive tooling, designing of fixtures, and
the assembly of parts. The 3D printing technology provides a way to create parts with
complex geometric shapes quite easily using thin layers. The traditional subtractive
manufacturing can also be quite wasteful as excess materials are cut and removed
from large stock blocks, while the 3D printing process basically uses only the
material needed for the parts. 3D printing is an enabling technology that encourages
and drives innovation with unprecedented design freedom while being a tooling-less
process that reduces costs and lead times. The relatively fast turnaround time also
makes 3D printing ideal for prototyping. Components with intricate geometry and
complex features can also be designed specifically for 3D printing to avoid
complicated assembly requirements. 3D printing is also an energy efficient
technology that can provide better environmental friendliness in terms of the
manufacturing process itself and the type of materials used for the product. There are
quite a few different techniques to 3D print an object. 3D Printing brings together
two fundamental innovations: the manipulation of objects in the digital format and the
manufacturing of objects by addition of material in thin layers.

2. Which 3D printing process is recognized as the first 3D printing process?

In 1986, the first US patent for stereolithography apparatus (SLA) was issued to
Charles Hull, who first invented his SLA machine in 1983.

3. Describe the general procedure to create a 3D printed part.

To create a 3D printed part, it all starts with making a virtual design of the object.
This virtual design may be created with a computer-aided design (CAD) package, via
a 3D scanner, or by a digital camera and photogrammetry software. 3D scanning and
photogrammetry software can process the collected digital data on the shape and
appearance of a real object, and create a digital 3D model. The 3D virtual design can
generally be modified with 3D CAD packages, allowing verification of the virtual
design before it is 3D printed. Once the virtual design is verified, the 3D data will
then be transferred to the 3D printing software. The 3D printing software will process
the imported 3D data by the special software known as a Slicer, which converts the
model into a series of thin layers and produces a G-code file containing instructions
and the 3D printed part can be printed.

4. What are the three primary types of 3D printing processes?

Stereolithography (SLA or SL), Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM or FFF) and
Laser Sintering (LS or SLS) represent the three primary types of 3D printing
processes; the majority of the other 3D printing technologies are variations of the
three main types.
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5. Which 3D printing process is the most popular 3D printing process?

The Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), or the similar process, Fused Filament
Fabrication (FFF) utilizing the extrusion of thermoplastic material is the most
popular 3D printing process.

6. What is the main advantage of using PLA over ABS for FFF process?
PLA is a staple and it is becoming one of the most popular choices for 3D printing
with good reasons. In addition to the fact that it is a biodegradable thermoplastic
derived from renewable resources such as corn starch, tapioca roots, chips or starch,
or sugarcane. PLA is a very rigid material that is easy to use for 3D printing and it is
able to withstand a good amount of impact and weight. It also has a glossier finish
than ABS and in most scenarios PLA is the preferred material for 3D printing large
objects.

7. Which are the most popular file formats for 3D printing?

Once the virtual design is verified, the 3D data will then be transferred to the 3D
printing software. There is a multitude of file formats that 3D printing software
supports. However, the most popular are the STL file format and the OBJ file format.
The STL file format is the most commonly used file format for 3D printing. Most
CAD software has the capability of exporting models in the STL format. The STL file
contains only the surface geometry of the modeled object. The OBJ file format is
considered to be more complex than the STL file format as it is capable of displaying
texture, color and other attributes of the three-dimensional object. However, the STL
file format holds the top spot for 3D printing, as this file format is simpler to use and
most CAD packages work better with STL files than OBJ files.

8. What is the main function of a Slicer program?

The Slicer program is a program that can convert a 3D model into a series of thin
layers and produces a G-code file containing instructions tailored to a specific type of
3D printer.

9. List and describe the print validation options available with the SOLIDWORKS
Print3D command.
Three options are available: 1. Show faces that require supports, this option will
show us if any surface needs additional supports. This is typically needed for
overhang features. Note that supports can be added in the 3D printing/Slicer software.
2. Show striation lines, this option can be used to determine whether the print
resolution is sufficiently fine to produce the desired output. Adjusting the layer height
will change the appearance of the 3D print. However the layer height is mainly
determined by the specific 3D printer in use; check your 3D printer’s specs before
lowering the layer height. 3. Thickness/Gap Analysis, one of the most common
causes of a failed 3D print is because there are features in the model that are too small
to print, or gaps too small to be recognized. To help prevent these failed builds, there
is the Thickness/Gap analysis check. This check is particularly useful when scaling
down a model to fit on the 3D printer.
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Ch. 11 Questions:

1. List the different symmetrical features created in the Pulley design.

The main body is symmetrical about the center axis and the vertical plane. The holes
are also symmetrical about the center axis of the main body.

2. What are the advantages of using a drawing template?

We can use any of the predefined templates, or create our own templates to enforce
drafting standards and other conventions. Using a drawing template greatly reduced
the amount of repetitions of steps.

3. Describe the steps required in using the Mirror Feature command.

a. Select the Mirror Feature command.

b. Select the Mirror Plane.

c. Select the Features to be mirrored.

4. Why is it important to identify symmetrical features in designs?

Symmetry is an important characteristic that is often seen in designs. Symmetrical
features can be easily accomplished by the assortments of tools that are available in
feature-based modeling systems.

5. When and why should we use the Circular Pattern option?

We can create multiple identical copies of symmetrical features with the Circular
Pattern command. The copies created with this command are parametrically linked
to the original feature, which means they are updated automatically.

6. What are the required elements in order to generate a sectional view?

A section requires a parent view and a cutting plane line identifying the location of
the cut.

7. How do we create a Linear Diameter dimension for a revolved feature?

 To create a dimension that will account for the

symmetrical nature of the design: pick the
centerline (axis of symmetry), pick the entity,
and then place the dimension on the side of the
centerline opposite the entity.
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8. What is the difference of construction geometry and normal geometry?

Construction geometry cannot be used as part of the feature profiles.

7. Identify and describe the following commands:

(a)

Revolved Feature - For designs that involve cylindrical shapes, shapes that
are symmetrical about an axis, revolving two-dimensional sketches about
an axis can form the needed three-dimensional features.

(b)

Mirror Image - create mirror images of features.

(c)

Circular Pattern command - create multiple identical copies of

symmetrical features with the Circular Pattern command

(d)
Circular Center Mark command - The Centered Pattern option
allows us to add centerlines to a patterned feature.
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Ch. 12 Questions:
1. Keeping the Design History Tree in mind, what is the difference between cut with a
pattern and cut each one individually?
First of all, we do not need to re-create the sketch and secondly, the patterned copies
are associated with the original geometry. The patterned copies can be updated
automatically when changes made to the original objects.

2. What is the difference between Sweep and Extrude?

Extrude is a special case of the Sweep command. The Sweep command allows the
use of 3D path, where the Extrude operation is a straight line sweep.

3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of creating fillets using the 3D Fillets
command and creating fillets in the 2D profiles?
The 3D Fillets command generates 3D surfaces, which involves much more complex
calculations. For complex edges and surfaces, it might not be that obvious to
determine the correct orders in creating the associated 3D fillets. The 2D fillets
command is less versatile, but it is very easy to use and it seldom fails.

4. Describe the steps used to create the Shell feature in the lesson.
a. In the Part Features toolbar, select the Shell command by left-clicking once on
the icon.
b. In the Shell dialog box, the Remove Faces option is activated. Select the faces to
be excluded from the shell operation.
c. In the Shell dialog box, set the option to Inside or ouside.
d. Enter the shell thickness.

5. How do we modify the Rectangular Pattern parameters after the model is built?
Use the Model history tree.

6. Describe the elements required in creating a Swept feature.

The Sweep operation is defined as moving a planar section through a planar(2D) or
3D path in space to form a three-dimensional solid object. The path can be an open
curve or a closed loop, but must be on an intersecting plane with the profile. In
SOLIDWORKS, we create a swept feature by defining a path and then a 2D sketch of
a cross section. The sketched profile is then swept along the planar path. The Sweep
operation is used for objects that have uniform shapes along a trajectory.
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Ch. 13 Questions:
1. List and describe two of the more commonly used sheet metal processes.
Drawing
Drawing forms sheet metal into parts by using a punch, where the punch presses a
sheet metal blank into a die cavity. This process is generally used to create shallow or
deep parts with relatively simple shapes. Soft punches can also be utilized to create
more arbitrary shapes. Deep drawing is generally done by making multiple steps;
this process is known as draw reductions.
Flanging
Flanging is a process used to strengthen different sections of a sheet metal part and
also to form various shapes. This process is commonly used for a variety of parts, for
example, aluminum cans for soft drinks

2. Is it possible to construct a solid model first, and then convert it into a sheet metal
model in SOLIDWORKS?
Yes, we can construct a solid model first, then convert it into a sheet metal model.
See Page 12-36 for an example.

3. How do we display the flat pattern of a 3D sheet metal design?

The SOLIDWORKS Flat Pattern Disply command calculates the material and
layout required to flatten a 3D sheet metal model.

4. What is the k-factor used in sheet metal processes?

The conversion between the 3D formed designs and 2D flat pattern layouts requires
the using of the correct K-Factor, which can be used to determine the required Bend
Allowance.
The location of the neutral axis in a bend is called the k-factor. Since the amount of
inside compression is always less than the outside tension, the k-factor can never
exceed 0.50 in practical use. To the other extreme, a reasonable assumption is that
the k-factor cannot be less than 0.25.

5. How is the k-factor used to calculate the flattened length in sheet metal flat patterns?
The equation to calculate the flattened length is: L=A(R+KT)
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6. List and describe two of the factors that can change the k-factor value.
Several factors can change the k-factor, such as the type of bending (free vs.
constrained), tool geometry, rate of bend, material (Mild Steel, Cold Rolled Steel,
Aluminum, etc.), and even grain direction. With some grades of aluminum, the age of
the material can also be a factor.

7. List and describe two of the settings available in the Base Flange/Tab command in
SOLIDWORKS.
We can change settings such as material type, K-factor and thickness.

8. Can the Model Items command be used on a flat pattern view?

Yes, the Model Items command through the Annotation toolbar is available for use
on Sheet Metal flat pattern views.

9. What do the Flat Pattern Disply options allow us to do when creating a drawing
view?
We can set the orientation of the displayed flat pattern.

10. In the SOLIDWORKS sheet metal module, can the feature-duplicating commands,
such as Mirror and Pattern, be used on sheet metal features?
Yes, all of the feature-duplicating commands are also available for sheet metal
models.

11. When does the Flat-Pattern item appear in the FeatureManager Design Tree?
Where is it placed? Where are subsequent features placed relative to the Flat-Pattern?
The Flat-Pattern item appear in the FeatureManager Design Tree when a sheet
metal model is created.The Flat-Pattern1 feature flattens the sheet metal part. It is
suppressed upon creation leaving the part in the bent condition. To flatten the part,
unsuppress the Flat-Pattern feature. When the Flat-Pattern feature is suppressed,
new features are inserted above the Flat-Pattern feature.

12. Can we create a sheet metal feature that is at a 30 degree angle to the base face
feature? Which command would you use if the new feature contains fairly complex
2D geometry?
The Sketched Bend command can be used to create a sheet metal feature that is at
a any desired angle to the existing sheet metal model.
Both the Edge-Flange command and the Sketched Bend command can handle
features containing fairly complex 2D geometry. All of the very powerful parametric
sketching tools are available in the different modeling approaches.
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Ch. 14 Questions:
1. What is the purpose of using assembly constraints?
To assemble components into an assembly, we need to establish the assembly
relationships between components. It is a good practice to assemble components the
way they would be assembled in the actual manufacturing process. Assembly
constraints create a parent/child relationship that allows us to capture the design
intent of the assembly. Because the component that we are placing actually becomes a
child to the already assembled components, we must use caution when choosing
constraint types and references to make sure they reflect the intent.

2. List three of the commonly used assembly constraints.

 Mate – Constraint positions components face-to-face, or adjacent to one another,
with faces flush. Removes one degree of linear translation and two degrees of angular
rotation between planar surfaces. Selected surfaces point in opposite directions and
can be offset by a specified distance. Mate constraint positions selected faces normal
to one another, with faces coincident.

Offset

 Flush – Makes two planes coplanar with their faces aligned in the same direction.
Selected surfaces point in the same direction and are offset by a specified distance.
Flush constraint aligns components adjacent to one another with faces flush and
positions selected faces, curves, or points so that they are aligned with surface
normals pointing in the same direction. (Note that the Flush constraint is listed as a
selectable option in the Mate constraint.)

Offset
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 Angle – Creates an angular assembly constraint between parts, subassemblies, or

assemblies. Selected surfaces point in the direction specified by the angle.

Angle

3. Describe the difference between the Aligned option and the Anti-Aligned option.
 Anti-Aligned – Constraint positions components face-to-face, or adjacent to one
another, with faces flush.

Offset

 Aligned – Makes two planes coplanar with their faces aligned in the same direction.

Offset

4. In an assembly, can we place more than one copy of a part? How is it done?
Yes, more than one copy of a part can be placed in an assembly, simply use the Place
Component command. Each copy has its own degrees of freedom. All copies of a
part are referencing the same external part file, but each can be constrained
independently.
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5. How should we determine the assembly order of different parts in an assembly

model?
To assemble components into an assembly, we need to establish the assembly
relationships between components. It is a good practice to assemble components the
way they would be assembled in the actual manufacturing process.

6. How do we adjust the information listed in the Bill of Materials of an assembly

drawing?
Select Properties from the File pull-down menu. Using the Properties command,
we can easily set different options to make adjustments to the information listed in the
parts list of an assembly drawing.
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Ch. 15 Questions:
1. What is included in the SOLIDWORKS Design Library?
In SOLIDWORKS, we also have the option of using the standard parts library
through what is known as the Design Library. The Design Library consists of
multiple libraries of standard parts that have been created based on industry
standards. Significant amounts of time can be saved by using these parts.

2. What is the usage of Mate Reference?

SOLIDWORKS Mate References specify one or more entities of a component to
use for automatic mating. When a component with a mate reference is dragged
into an assembly, SOLIDWORKS looks for other combinations of the same mate
reference name and mate type. If the mate name and type match, the mate can be
added automatically.

3. How do you save the SOLIDWORKS simulation as an AVI movie?

Record the animation through the Save Animation button on the
MotionManager toolbar.

4. How do you access the Motor command?

The Motor command is available through the MotionManager toolbar, left-
mouse-click once to bring up the option menu.

5. How do we enter the Edit mode in an assembly model?

Double click on the face of the part to be edited.

6. Can we access the 2D sketch of a feature of a part in an assembly?

Yes, we can access the 2D sketch of a feature of a part in an assembly by
expanding the part’s feature in the Model history tree.

7. How do we end the Edit mode and return to the assembly model in
SOLIDWORKS?
Double click on the assembly model name in the design history tree.
.
8. List and describe two methods to edit the angle of an Angle constraint.
(a) Through the Design Tree.
(b) By Editing the Angular constraint.
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9. Describe the procedure to perform a Collision Detection in an assembly.

In the Move Component PropertyManager, select

Collision Detection, All components, and Stop
at collision on the Options panel, and Highlight
faces on the Advanced Options panel.

10. How do you control the speed of the simulation in SOLIDWORKS?

We can control the speed of the simulation by changing the Motion Speed option
in the Motor PropertyManager dialog box.
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Ch. 16 Questions:
1. What analysis method is used by SOLIDWORKS SimulationXpress?
In SimulationXpress, stresses are calculated using linear static analysis based on
the Finite Element Method. In linear static analysis, it is assumed that a linear
relationship exists between the applied loads and the response, the stress-strain
relationship is linear, no plastic deformation occurs, and no suddenly applied
loads are involved. The finite element method (FEM), is a numerical method for
finding approximate solutions to partial differential equations. The technique is
widely used for the solution of complex problems in engineering mechanics.
Analysis using the method is called finite element analysis (FEA).

2. Describe the steps in performing a stress analysis using SimulationXpress.

The wizard interface of SimulationXpress appears in a pop-up window when
SimulationXpress is activated from the Tools pull-down menu. The wizard guides
the user through a six step process to perform an analysis: (1) Material – specify
material, (2) Restraint - identify entities to be fixed in place during the analysis,
(3) Load – apply loads (4) Analyze – assemble equations and solve for the
unknown degrees of freedom, (5) Optimize – an optional step to find the optimal
value for a parameter, e.g. a fillet radius, based on a selected criterion; and (6)
Results – to view results, e.g. stress distribution.

3. Describe two ways the material properties can be defined or edited.

(a) Right-click on the Material icon in the

FeatureManger Design Tree and select
Edit Material from the pop-up menu.
(b) The wizard interface of SimulationXpress.

4. How do we open the SimulationXpress wizard interface and create a

SimulationXpress study?

Select the SimulationXpress command from the

Tools pull-down menu.

5. What is meant by the term Fixture in SimulationXpress?

Fixture - identify entities to be fixed in place during the analysis,
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6. How do we control whether a load applied to a face is in the outward or inward

direction?

The Reverse direction option is used to control the direction of the force load.

7. Can we return to a previous step in the SimulationXpress study and make

changes? If so, how?
Using the buttons located at the wizard interface.

8. Define degrees of freedom (DOF). How can you obtain the number of DOFs for
a SimulationXpress analysis. How can you change the number of DOFs?

While the solver is running, the pop-up

window appears as shown here. Note the
display of the number of Nodes, number of
Elements, and number of degrees of freedom
– D.O.F. in the current discretization.
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9. How is the ‘lowest factor of safety’ found?

 The wizard indicates the lowest factor of safety (FOS)

in the model, i.e. the FOS associated with the
maximum stress.

10. How do we end the SimulationXpress study and return to the model in
SOLIDWORKS?

Click on the Close button on the SimulationXpress wizard to exit the

application.
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Ch. 17 Questions:
1. How do we save a new View Orientation for future use?

 Select Modify under the

View pull-down menu and
then select Orientation.
This opens the Orientation
Dialog Box.

 In the Orientation Dialog Box, select the New View button.

 Enter the name for the new view and click OK.

2. Describe the effect of using the Up to Next end condition for an extruded boss feature.
SOLIDWORKS will calculate the necessary distance for the extrusion ending exactly
at the next surface of the model.

3. How can we view the mass of a part or assembly?

Select the Mass Properties option on the Tools pull-down menu.

4. Describe the steps in creating a Reference Coordinate System.

(a) In the Features toolbar, select the Reference

Geometry command by left-clicking the icon.

(b) In the pull-down option menu of the Reference

Geometry command, select the Coordinate System
option.

5. What mass properties are dependent on the selection of output coordinate system?
Center of mass and Moments of Inertia.
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6. What mass properties are independent on the selection of output coordinate system?
Mass, Volume, Surface area, Principal axes of inertia and Principal moments of
inertia.

7. How do we control the output coordinate system used in calculating mass properties?
Inside the Mass Property window, left-click on the arrow at the right end of the
Output coordinate system: selection window, and select from the selection list.

8. How can we apply an assembly mate establishing an offset distance between two
planes or faces?
The offset distance can be established by using the Distance option available under
the Mate command.