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Design Optimization in Solid Edge

I guess you can say this is an “oldie but goodie” in Solid Edge Simulation.  Well not that old, introduced in ST6, we bring to you the advantages of design optimization.  Do you need to opt…

Scott Wertel blogs on built-in Solid Edge data management

Scott Wertel is an experienced Solid Edge user and commentator, and is certified in the mysterious world of Configuration Management Just a quick note that if you are looking for a straightforward w…

New in ST9 – Pack and Go

One of the latest new features added in Solid Edge, and much requested functionality, is the Pack and Go command.  This command allows you to quickly and easily collect a set of project document…

Plan it or Wing it?

When you start a new model (this can mean either a complex single part or an assembly), do you plan out your approach to the model, or do you just start working? And if you plan it, is it a formal pl…

PLM plus …

My last article talked about whether CAD is growing more specialized or more generalized. My opinion is that it is moving in both directions at the same time. It is becoming more specialized in that …

Is CAD Moving Toward Specialization or Generalization?

 
A lot of CAD users get really passionate about our work because CAD itself enables us to bring our imaginations to life. See it in your head, make it in CAD, then everybody can see it on the…

Tips to install Solid Edge Machinery and Piping Library

Solid Edge delivers sets of standard parts for machinery (fasteners, bearings, structural shapes) and piping (pipes, fittings, valves) design. Libraries contain US and international standards includi…

Designing welded frames? – this new case study may be of interest!

Calder manufacturers high pressure pumping systems that are used in hostile environments such as North Sea oil rigs
Calder Ltd. is a manufacturer of high pressure pumping systems based in Worces…

Greenpower is About Engineering

My Greenpower weekend was a lot of fun, and I learned a lot about Greenpower and stuff kids are learning. One of the things I learned was that it wasn’t always the car that looks the best that wins (…