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  1. CADGemini

    Electronic Redlining in SolidWorks??

    Jack, You would be able to achieve this using eDrawings and a file archive system such as PDMWorks. You would essentially have revisions of drawings, models, assemblies, and eDrawings in your folders. Of course the eDrawings would not be the same revision as the drawings, models, or assemblies...
  2. CADGemini

    Mouse Trap Animation

    I have never come across the mouse trap animation but Mike J. Wilson's site has several pages of animations that you could choose from if your in a bind. I like the slot car one myself, especially if your showing a younger crowd. Just click on the filmstrip icon to download the .AVI file and...
  3. CADGemini

    Oval sweep

    I think CBL's Oval spring is the better way to go. I was able to create the oval spring using your dimensions in less than 5 minutes. I think either way will work for your needs. Let us know if you need any other help. Below is my attempt using CBL's method: Best Regards, Jon Gemini CAD...
  4. CADGemini

    Oval sweep

    Below is my attempt. I used projected curves and then created a composite curve to be my path for my sweep. Hopefully this gets you close to the final model in fewer steps. Best Regards, Jon Gemini CAD Solutions http://www.geminicadworks.com Challenges are what makes life interesting...
  5. CADGemini

    Oval sweep

    Blair, You may also get some good ideas from the curve driven patterns on Mike J. Wilsons site. Download them here: http://www.mikejwilson.com/solidworks/files/curve_driven_pattern.zip Best Regards, Jon Gemini CAD Solutions http://www.geminicadworks.com Challenges are what makes life...
  6. CADGemini

    SolidWorks Certification Free Voucher again

    I wonder if they have changed the format of the CSWP test. The way it is structured it sets up even the most advanced user to fail. Best Regards, Jon Gemini CAD Solutions http://www.geminicadworks.com Challenges are what makes life interesting; overcoming them is what makes life meaningful...
  7. CADGemini

    vintage shading

    Looks like Autodesk Impression is only $495.00 per license and seems to be a standalone product. The link I found to download a trial is below: http://www.brothersoft.com/autodesk-impression-60042.html I think this is worth it if it really does what it says. I wish I would have found this...
  8. CADGemini

    Drawing Standards

    I have seen it both ways but the one I prefer is listing only 3 revisions at any given time. This does a couple things such as: It does not clutter the drawing and force you to go to a second page just because of the revision table. In many cases it is not important to see every revision level...
  9. CADGemini

    vintage shading

    Ctopher, How much is that Autodesk Impression program? I was looking for the ability to do this type of shading when I did patent drawings with SolidWorks but could not find an easy or cost-effective solution. Best Regards, Jon Knabenschuh Gemini CAD Solutions http://www.geminicadworks.com...
  10. CADGemini

    how do I put a dimple pattern on a non-flat curved surface

    In 2007 and up you have the option to select complex curved surfaces that were generated with splines or arcs as the starting surface to extrude from. Next you will want to set the end condition to be offset from the surface you want the dimple to protrude from. Next you will have to add a...
  11. CADGemini

    Revision Table & Part Properties

    Steris, Are you using some sort lifecycle management software like PDMWorks? If so, it will place the revision automatically into the parts/assemblies upon check in. Previous companies that I worked for tried using a folder structure system which became a nightmare to manage. If done properly...
  12. CADGemini

    Fixing Toolbox Fasteners Archived into PDM Works

    I don't think it will be simple. It sounds like the admin had the settings set to rev control toolbox parts and now has them set to uncontrolled. The only way I think you would have ultimate success would be to delete the assemblies from the vault that have toolbox components rev controlled...
  13. CADGemini

    Fixing Toolbox Fasteners Archived into PDM Works

    I think you can check out the assembly and point the hardware in that assembly to the network location using SolidWorks Explorer or by selecting "References.." before opening the assembly. Once the new paths to each piece of hardware are pointing to the network location you should be able to...
  14. CADGemini

    Width Mates

    What I have done before is suppress the width mate and any other constraining mates. Rotate the part to the new orientation and then un-suppress the mates you suppressed previously. This worked for me on a simple assembly but may give you problems on more complex assemblies. Best Regards, Jon...
  15. CADGemini

    bent washer

    Hotiron, Is this what you are looking for? http://files.engineering.com/getfile.aspx?folder=d2a75960-7e8a-4e43-b4e3-38682422c664&file=75°_Bent_Washer.SLDPRT Created in 2007. Hope it helps. Best Regards, Jon Knabenschuh Gemini CAD Solutions http://www.geminicadworks.com Challenges are what...
  16. CADGemini

    Importing *.stl file - Did I miss a setting?

    One other thing I thought you could have done with this is save the assembly as a IGES, SAT or Parasolid even with all parts suppressed and then it will ask you if you want to resolve all the hidden/suppressed components before exporting. Say "Yes" and probably wait for a very long time to...
  17. CADGemini

    SolidWorks Certification Test Deadline

    Shawlin, Congratulations on passing the CSWA exam. Good Luck on the CSWP but from what I heard on here it is not as difficult as previous CSWP tests. Best Regards, Jon Knabenschuh Gemini CAD Solutions http://www.geminicadworks.com Challenges are what makes life interesting; overcoming them...
  18. CADGemini

    Importing *.stl file - Did I miss a setting?

    Jeff, That's too bad. Are you using 2008? I am only working on 2007 here. I wonder if 08' has any better options for this? Best Regards, Jon Knabenschuh Gemini CAD Solutions http://www.geminicadworks.com Challenges are what makes life interesting; overcoming them is what makes life...
  19. CADGemini

    Importing *.stl file - Did I miss a setting?

    Jeff, What settings do you have set when opening a SAT file? I am wondering if un-checking "Import multiple bodies as parts" and checking "Merge Entities" under General File Format options would help with this issue. You get there by selecting "Open" then select the file format from drop-down...
  20. CADGemini

    SolidWorks Certification Test Deadline

    Hello All, Just wanted to remind each of you today is the last day you can get the free exams and your certification as either a CSWA or CSWP. It is free for each subscription and you will have until the end of July to take the test. Even if you are not ready it is worth trying to see where you...

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