SOLIDWORKS 2021 Learn by doing introduces new users to mechanical design using SOLIDWORKS and how it can be used to create a variety of models. In fourteen tutorial-based chapters, the author guides you through all the necessary commands and options in SOLIDWORKS 2021, from sketching to parametric modeling and finally ending with rendering. The commands are presented one step at a time using simple examples. The approach used in this book helps you to become a skilled SOLIDWORKS user.SOLIDWORKS 2021 Learn by doing begins with an introduction to basic modeling. The later chapters focus on additional modeling, top-down assemblies, sheet metal modeling, drafting, surface modeling, mold tools, weldments, Model-based dimensioning, Appearances, and SimulationXpress.

Table of Contents

1. Getting Started

2. Modeling Basics

3. Assembly Basics

4. Creating Drawings

5. Sketching

6. Additional Modeling Tools

7. Sheet metal Modeling

8. Top-Down Assembly

9. Dimensions and Annotations

10. Surface Design

11. Mold Tools

12. Weldments

13. MBD Dimensions

14. Appearances and Rendering

15. SimulationXpress