Now that we added a feature to the Design Library, we can now add it to a new part. Adding features from the Design Library are as easy as drag-and-drop, so easy even an AutoCAD user can do it ( I Kid).  There are two types of features you will drop into a part; features [...]

Here we are at the beginning of another fine week in the blogosphere. I hope each and every one of you had a great weekend. I also hope you got some rest because I have tons of tips and tricks to throw your way this week. Today we will start with our continuing exploration of [...]

In Design Faster with Design Library and Mate References Pt1, I described the process for creating components with Mate References to be used in the Design Library. The Design Library is a great place to store assembly components you use most often in order to streamline the assembly process for new assemblies. This example will [...]

Last week, I spoke briefly about the benefits of using the Design library in Why Do I Need to Use the Design Library? . As promised, this week I will show you my favorite way of using the Design Library. Adding frequently used components, with Mate References, to the Design Library allows you to build [...]

Today’s post is a perfect example of a reader’s question having a direct affect on the content of the site. Earlier last week, I had a brief email exchange with a reader regarding the merits of the Design Library. The Design Library is a subset of folders, available in the Design Library tab in the [...]

After missing a week, I am finally back with a new design tutorial. Two weeks ago we started building a stapler with the first part of the assembly, the base. This week, I will be building the arm bracket which is a simple sheet metal component. After today, you will be able to make a [...]

In the previous two weeks for Standards Tuesday I spoke about the proper way to create drawing notes, see Standards Tuesday – Drawing Notes and Standards Tuesday – Drawing Notes Pt2. Now I admit that it could be a bit overwhelming and a lot of information to remember but it doesn’t have to be that [...]