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Handling Solid Edge Events

Solid Edge provides a wide range of COM event sets that notify us when certain things occur. In this article, I will discuss how you can attach to these events from .NET. Prior to .NET, handling COM …

My First 3D Print – Teddy Roosevelt

If you wish to read my previous post on this topic, look here.

It’s here!  My AirWolf 3D model HD printer has arrived.  I unboxed it (following all printed instructions and a hel…

Solid Edge Tips and Tricks #5

How can I place a Detail View on a different sheet from the parent view?

You will initially need to place it on the parent view’s sheet. Then right click on the detail view and select Properties…

The Use of Colors in Solid Modeling

The use of color in CAD has evolved over the years. Early versions of CAD, of course were whatever color the CRT created, usually white or green. In more sophisticated 2D, we had colors for different…

From NC Pro to 3D Printer Novice

I am a machinist and CNC Programmer, and I like to refer to myself a “CAMologist”.  My entire professional career has revolved around subtractive processes.  I don’t use the word “expe…

“New trends” event series underway for USA and Canada

We had presentations from 3 Solid Edge users who design industrial machinery, custom bicycles and architectural signage. And we had discussions with Microsoft on mobility for designers, and…

Spotlight on Laura Watson

Recently Eric Spiegel, the President and CEO of Siemens USA wrote a brief article about Laura Watson. Laura is the head of Solid Edge Technical Operations (and my boss) in Huntsville, and had ju…

Interview with Michael Brown, Director of Academic Relations

The charismatic Michael Brown is based in the UK, and is the Global Director of Academic Relations for Solid Edge and related products. Here in the Community we have an area for Academic, and we are …

Solid Edge Tips and Tricks #4

Why is my fully-defined sketch not changing colors? The first item to check is to ensure that the option is enabled; in an Ordered sketch, go to Inspect -> Evaluate, Select the Relationship …