{"id":5099,"date":"2017-05-10T10:42:28","date_gmt":"2017-05-10T09:42:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.solidapps.co.uk\/blog\/?p=5099"},"modified":"2017-05-10T10:42:28","modified_gmt":"2017-05-10T09:42:28","slug":"solidworks-support-monthly-news-may-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.solidapps.co.uk\/blog\/2017\/05\/solidworks-support-monthly-news-may-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"SOLIDWORKS Support Monthly News \u2013 May 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hello to all,<\/p>\n

Welcome to this new edition of the SOLIDWORKS Support Monthly News, coauthored by members of the SOLIDWORKS Technical Support teams worldwide.<\/p>\n

NEW Functionality: Import SOLIDWORKS Bill of Materials into SOLIDWORKS Composer<\/h1>\n

By Jennifer Tashiro
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With the latest version of SOLIDWORKS Composer, you can now import SOLIDWORKS Bill of Materials<\/strong> (BOM) directly into SOLIDWORKS Composer.\u00a0 This means that you can repurpose even more of your 3D CAD data and save more time when creating technical communication content.<\/p>\n

To use the new Import SOLIDWORKS BOM<\/strong> functionality:<\/p>\n

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  1. In the \u2018FILE\u2019 > \u2018Open\u2019 dialog, select a SOLIDWORKS part or assembly which includes a Bill of Materials.<\/li>\n
  2. Select the \u2018SOLIDWORKS\u2019 options, then select the \u2018Import SOLIDWORKS BOM<\/strong>\u2019 checkbox.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    After the import, you can see that a BOM is automatically generated in SOLIDWORKS Composer.\u00a0 The Composer BOM contains the same data as the SOLIDWORKS BOM.<\/p>\n

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    The Import SOLIDWORKS BOM<\/strong> functionality is available in SOLIDWORKS Composer 2017 SP3 and later versions.\u00a0 Other enhancements in SP3 include automatic import of SOLIDWORKS appearances and textures.<\/p>\n

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    Augmented Reality with eDrawings<\/h1>\n

    By Sagar Gokulchand AGRAWAL
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    Some of you have already been explosed to the Augmented Reality<\/strong> (AR) of the eDrawings app\u00a0or have enjoyed product design using AR. But for the rest of us, just know that SOLIDWORKS 2017 enables you to experience 3D CAD data in virtual reality using either the eDrawings iOS app<\/a> or the Android app<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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    So what is Augmented Reality?<\/strong><\/p>\n

    In simple terms, Augmented reality<\/strong> (AR)<\/strong> is a live direct or indirect view of a physical, real-world environment whose elements are augmented<\/em> (or supplemented) by computer-generated sensory input such as sound, video or graphics data.<\/p>\n

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    What do you need to experience Augmented Reality with eDrawings?<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Short answer: Google Cardboard<\/a> & a smartphone in which eDrawings app is installed<\/p>\n

    Google Cardboard<\/strong> is the least expensive way to dip your toe into virtual reality. And Cardboard viewers are designed to work with nearly any smartphone.<\/p>\n

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    How does it work?<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Similar to other Cardboard apps, the AR function of eDrawings mobile generates two images of the object being viewed, with a slight offset to account for stereo vision, making the object appear three-dimensional.<\/p>\n

    Convex lenses in the Cardboard headset resolve the two images into one and make it appear farther than a few inches in front of your eyes. The accelerometers in the phone also track movement, so the object moves and rotates, changing your perspective as you move your head.<\/p>\n

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    What is the procedure to view eDrawings<\/strong> with AR?<\/strong>
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    1. Open a model in eDrawings<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Launch eDrawings app on your Smartphone > select a model<\/p>\n

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    1. Start a VR mode<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Once the model loaded in eDrawings > Select VR button from left menu bar<\/p>\n

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    1. Keep your phone in Google cardboard or any other VR devices<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    1. Wear you device and gets ready to experience your CAD data in AR.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      As an eDrawings user, you can able to view the model 360\u00ba by simply moving your head around.\u00a0 Although I would advise some caution<\/strong> if using in conjunction with a swivel office chair and doing full\u00a0360\u00ba rotation!\u00a0 It can bring on a little motion sickness!\u00a0 J<\/p>\n

      Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Viewing a model in eDrawings virtual reality allows you to add an extra layer of immersive realism to your design, using the movement of your head, rather than your finger, to manipulate the model.<\/p>\n

      It would be very impressive to demo 3D models of products to clients, where they can interact with them in VR space. VR is available only with the\u00a0professional version<\/strong>\u00a0of the eDrawings app, for both Android and iOS systems.<\/p>\n

      Some of the most remarkable fields where AR in eDrawings can be applied are\u00a0architecture, construction and furniture. In these cases, CAD images of a structure can be superimposed into a real life local view before constructing the physical building.<\/p>\n

      AR is also very helpful in\u00a0industrial design because it can help designers experience products\u2019 designs and operations before completion.<\/p>\n

      Simulation Step-Up Series<\/h1>\n

      Last month, Reza discussed the topic of FEA with an Engineering View<\/strong>. This month, Omar discusses the topic of basic failure analysis<\/strong><\/span>.
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