SOLIDWORKS 2019 introduces new features to help you streamline interactions with manufacturers, enhance user controls, increase productivity, and more.
Mesh Modeling Improvements Speed Reverse Engineering, Topology Optimization & 3D Printing
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Faster reverse engineering, streamlined topology optimziation, and increased capabilities for mesh geometry are at your fingertips. You’re now able to:
- Easily create complex textures by converting 2D appearances into real 3D geometry
- Use mesh files like they are solids using the new Segment Mesh
- Automatically create 2D sketches at intersections of geometry and a plane with the slicing command
Increased Productivity & Flexibility With SOLIDWORKS Inspection
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Increase your productivity when creating quality control documentation. New features include:
- Improved Bill of Characteristics with new grid layout and group/ungroup
- Additional extraction options to include hole tables for use on complex parts
- Integration with SOLIDWORKS® PDM to manage and organize inspection projects and deliverables
Improved Workflows With SOLIDWORKS Composer for Technical Documentation
![SOLIDWORKS Inspection example](https://www.gsc-3d.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/003-inspection.jpg)
Enjoy better workflow and SOLIDWORKS integration, productivity improvements and amplified user experience. Improvements include:
- SOLIDWORKS PDM integration enables access to PDM functionality directly from the ribbon within SOLIDWORKS Composer
- Import Product Manufacturing Information (PMI) data directly from SOLIDWORKS models into SOLIDWORKS Composer
- New icons, new commands and support for five new languages
Visualization & Rendering – Making the Digital World More Real … Faster
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Render your projects 10x faster through real-world physics and advanced measured materials. To do so:
- AI (Artificial Intelligence) Denoiser—Uses AI to decipher and eliminate noise from your renders
- Integrated Physics Engine & Vehicle Driving Simulator for faster scene setup and real-time design review
- Enhanced Decal features and support for Video Decals
From CAD Model to Real Parts in Record Time With 3DEXPERIENCE Marketplace|Make
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Streamline interactions with manufacturers such as quoting and ordering parts. Improvements include:
- On-demand manufacturing across all manufacturing processes
- Place orders, track communications and collaborate with leading manufacturers worldwide
- Seamless integration between SOLIDWORKS and your favorite manufacturers
Enhanced MBD (Model Based Definition) Capabilities for Faster 3D Annotation of Models
![Models](https://www.gsc-3d.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/008-models.jpg)
Take advanage of faster downstream manufacturing with more intuitive and actionable 3D annotations. New features include:
- DimXpert renamed to MBD Dimension and now available in Assembly mode
- Create bend tables, bend notes and flat views automatically for sheet metal parts
- 3D annotations passed to derived and mirrored parts
- Enhanced security controls for 3D PDF outputs
More Powerful Simulation Capabilities
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Easily set up and conduct complex simulation studies with greater accuracy. New tools and enhancements are:
- Topology Optimization with Stress and Frequency constraints / goals for optimum parts
- Enhanced non-linear pin connector for accurate pin and clevis analysis
- Easy data reuse with drag-and-drop connectors/contacts into Non-Linear Dynamic studies
SOLIDWORKS Electrical & PCB Improved for Faster Mechatronic Design
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Discover improved capabilities for designing mechatronics products with SOLIDWORKS. You can:
- Drive mechanically-oriented PCB placement barriers for SOLIDWORKS PCB
- Auto-generate flattened route drawings and related tables in SOLIDWORKS Electrical
- Use splices from SOLIDWORKS Electrical schematics utilizing passing circuit symbols in 3D
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