3D Modeling: Objects, Assemblies & Certificates (SolidWorks)

This interesting looking C-Clamp was modeled directly from a physical object using only a pair of digital calipers for measurement. Each individual piece was modeled as a separate SolidWorks "Part" and then mated to created this complete 3D assembly.

This cardioid microphone assembly was modeled directly from a physical object using only a pair of digital calipers for measurement. Each individual piece was modeled as a separate SolidWorks "Part" and then mated to created this complete 3D assembly.

This power connector was modeled directly from a physical object using only a pair of digital calipers for measurement.

This interesting looking C-Clamp was modeled directly from a physical object using only a pair of digital calipers for measurement. Each individual piece was modeled as a separate SolidWorks "Part" and then mated to created this complete 3D assembly.

Every part of this 3D loudspeaker assembly was modeled in SolidWorks based on dimensional references found in old, 2D AutoCAD drawings. Each individual piece was modeled as a separate SolidWorks "Part" and then mated to created this complete 3D assembly.

Every part of this 3D loudspeaker assembly was modeled in SolidWorks based on dimensional references found in old, 2D AutoCAD drawings. Each individual piece was modeled as a separate SolidWorks "Part" and then mated to created this complete 3D assembly.

This 3D tilting wall bracket assembly was modeled directly from a physical object using only a pair of digital calipers for measurement. Each individual piece was modeled as a separate SolidWorks "Part" and then mated to created this complete 3D assembly.

This phoenix connector was modeled directly from a physical object using only a pair of digital calipers for measurement.

This PowerCon connector was modeled directly from a physical object using only a pair of digital calipers for measurement.

This XLR connector was modeled directly from a physical object using only a pair of digital calipers for measurement.

Dynamic/Flexible Assembly and 3D Part Modeling Sample. This “Flexible” assembly is made up of 3D parts that I modeled from physical objects. Then by simply adding a hierarchy of carefully assigned mating relationships, I created a flexible chain link that allows the bottom two shackles to be spaced apart (and moved together) while pulling the cables and pivoting the upper shackles along with them.

Large Dynamic Assembly w/Multiple Configurations. This example illustrates how I organize and build complex mechanical assemblies with dynamic mating relationships in order to generate a wide variety of technical illustrations from the same 3D model.

Large Dynamic Assembly w/Multiple Configurations. This example illustrates how I utilize the awesome power of SolidWorks configurations in order to create a wide variety of scenarios all within the same complex mechanical assembly.

Mechanical Assembly Cutaway. In this example, I’m showing how I use SolidWorks configurations to create alternate versions of a part within the same assembly in order to generate cutaway illustrations of mechanical features.

Exploded Complex Mechanical Assembly. This example illustrates how I organize the large quantities of features in complex assemblies using folders in the design tree. It also shows how I use multiple configurations to create exploded assembly views for user guides and technical manuals.

Using Advanced SolidWorks Configurations to create radically simplified versions of a complex master assembly in a matter of seconds. This first example shows a highly detailed master assembly, but notice how the next image is the exact same model only stripped of all details. This technique makes the creation simplified 3D models for public use incredibly easy to generate directly from complex master assemblies.

Using Advanced SolidWorks Configurations to create radically simplified versions of a complex master assembly in matter of seconds. This second example shows how the previous, highly detailed master assembly, was easily converted into a simplified 3D model (suitable for public use) within a matter of seconds by using a series of powerful nested configurations at the part level of every component.

Hawkridge Systems Training Certificate for SolidWorks Advanced Part Modeling Course completed in February 2007.

Hawkridge Systems Training Certificate for SolidWorks Advanced Assembly Course completed in February 2007.