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SolidWorks 2009: Decimate the Weak

Started by Josh M · 10 months ago

I dunno? A bit too strong, ya think?
At SolidWorks World the most anticipated moments are sleeping and the presentation of features on the next release. SolidWorks 2009 is set to launch the third quarter of 2008 and the development crew has some very pretty functionality theyâ€% ... Continue reading »

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  • I think if they increase performace, than it is impossible for it to be a bad change. You can complain about UI changes if you don't like them. Noone will complain about true performance speed enhancements.
  • I like the sound of the instant dimensions while sketching, the magnifying glass, and I'd give a minor appendage for that title block wizard NOW since I'm converting all our blocks manually over to SWX from AutoCAD
  • I like 'em. The UI update for 2008 was great, I love that, but that can be left alone for a while, good to see them getting back to performance.
  • Now if they could just make it do all my work for me...
  • I could go for that too. I would seriously pay some big bucks if they did that.. we could get one of those SW robots to help too..
  • Someone reminded me of another feature. If I remember correctly, Dual units on the measure command will be in 2009. no more switching back and forth in options. It's little things like that make all the difference.
  • how do you create a solid in order to control sheet metal? is this a part that i can use to wrap the metal around?

    i know dumb question; however it was brought to my attention and it has been mentioned in here.

    Thank you
  • is there anyone that can help me?
  • Hey there Aspen, from what it looked like on the screen, the solid was used to define the inner faces of the sheet metal. It was quick, but the solid looked like it was inside the sheet metal that was 'wrapped' around it. I'm not sure how bends and open edges are determined quite yet. Beta Testing will begin shortly (April or May) so you may want to sign up to test things out.
  • Thank You so much for getting back with me. I've tried 2 things in versions '06-07 -create a solid with rounds, shell it then convert it to sheet metal.-create solid minus thickness, sketch sheet metal constraining to edges of solid, hide solid. i would like to know how this "wrapping" works i have not figured it out. my concerns are tabs and welding seems also flat patterns. in the above operations that was a concern as well and reverting back to the basics was safe and time consuming. granted I'm new to SolidWorks, please forgive my ignorance thats why I'm here; to learn what i can. i would like to know if I'm really off my rocker? where would i find out about the testing and getting certified?
  • Hey Aspen, sorry if I wasn't too clear. The wrap sheetmetal feature will be in the next version of SolidWorks, 2009. It will probably release around September of 08.

    Sheet metal can be challenging. I've done some post on it and if you want specific sheet metal training, your reseller should offer that course. You can start here to find out about certification.

    Hope this helps you!
  • My only question to Solidworks Corp is with all performance changes coming in 2009 release, how are they going to address stability problems. Everyone I know thats using Solidworks on a daily basis has a different machine/software/hardware setup; as a result, have been faced with machine reboots and program lockups. Will this new release also require hardware upgrades such as graphic cards and memory? I'm all about change and new features to make engineers and designers like myself jobs more easier, but Solidworks need to focus on one release every couple years, rather than every year.
  • Hey Mike, I think the performance improvements are meant to address stability. I'm going to be looking at what the requirements are for upgrading and will mention that in a future post. Thanks!
  • thanks you
  • Have they fixed the 'Failed to save file' error? I'm running out of service pack CDs to burn as offerings to the CAD deities...
  • Hey guys, I'm not sure really. I've used it off and on in Beta for the last few months. I just installed SP0.0 and haven't gotten it on anything yet. I'm attempting to 'break' some configurations so they don't rebuild completely before switching, but have been unable to reproduce the 'Failed to Save' event so far. I will touch on this topic after more testing.

    One thing I can say for sure. I am able to open configurations of some assemblies without crashing. It my opinion that 09 SP0 is more stable than 08 SPX. Which is why I'm moving everyone else over this week.
  • I installed and cracked Solid Works 2009, but when I click on the icon nothing happening, not to open SolidWorks. Please help me: (
  • Call 1-800-899-7349.
  • Like Dave says. I wouldn't recommend trying to crack any software. I use to be that guy. nothing good comes of it. try Sketchup if you don't have cash, or Rhino if you have a little. 09 has an activation you have to go through, so it's not going to run with the crack you've applied.

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