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Convert STL (or OBJ) Mesh to SOLIDWORKS Model (NURBS)

FredSWUG
in Modeling
72 12 Intermediate
Need to convert an STL (or OBJ) file into a "real CAD model"? There are several tutorials which already exists for this topic. I'm making a new tutorial to give additional information.
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Some Keyshot Tips

FredSWUG
in Modeling
59 13 Beginner
Keyshot is pretty easy to use, but there are some tips and tricks which can boost the quality of your output. These are some of the tips I've learned. I pass them on to you and hope they give a boost to your rendering abilities. For additional Keyshot and Photoshop tips check out: https://grabcad.com/tutorials/more-keyshot-and-photoshop-tips
KeyShot tutorial tricks tips brush paint paintbrush

How to Complete Your CAD Homework

FredSWUG
in Modeling
52 9 Beginner
Models like this are common homework assignments for CAD students. Let's learn some skills to convert an isometric drawing into a 3D model. SOLIDWORKS is used, but these skills apply to any 3D CAD program.
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Some Tips for Dealing With Splines

FredSWUG
in Modeling
32 5 Beginner
A lot of new SOLIDWORKS users are creating a computer mouse based off of some videos on Youtube. This is great, welcome to SOLIDWORKS. I wish there were a Youtube to learn from when I started! This is one example of the mouse, but there are dozens of others: https://grabcad.com/library/mouse-199 The tutorial is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HlTXEHjqWRI like many, it lacks audio. I truly appreciate the time and effort that goes into tutorials, so this is not to bash or complain. Follow along with the video, and you will learn. I just want you to see that there are a few issues which can occur. This problem arises around the five minute mark.
SOLIDWORKS tutorial mouse spline solidworks
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