"Nibby" (nibby68)
09/08/2014 at 12:50 • Filed to: None
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"Nibby" (nibby68)
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Thinking of learning it. I know a bunch of you use it for a living. Could you point me towards where to start? Thanks!
Arch Duke Maxyenko, Shit Talk Extraordinaire
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 12:52 |
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Online tutorials. It's really easy.
phenotyp
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 12:52 |
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What do you plan on using it for? Unless you're actually making parts from it, it's a pain in the ass and there are faster, easier 3D packages to use. There are a shitton of tutorials out there, though, and the user forums can be pretty helpful.
yamahog
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 12:53 |
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Do you use any other CAD software? From what I remember, SolidWorks wasn't that difficult coming from CATIA, just took some getting used to the different mice. If you're starting from scratch, I'd try digging around the interweb for training materials.
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Nibby
> yamahog
09/08/2014 at 12:54 |
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I've never even used CAD software before. I have used Maya and 3DS MAX, albeit very very limited knowledge of them.
IDROVEAPICKUPTRUCK
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 12:54 |
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Solidworks is very easy for CAD/CAM work, although is less used in industry compared to ProE. ProE is less intuitive but if you're looking to find a CAD job it might be more useful.
Solidworks is used extensively in Universities because it's easy to pick up and cheap for the schools, which is probably see it a lot on Oppo.
spanfucker retire bitch
> phenotyp
09/08/2014 at 12:54 |
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It can't possibly be harder to learn than Unigraphics NX.
I myself started my 3D Modeling career with Inventor, but I've heard nothing but good things about Solidworks.
camaroboy68ss
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 12:54 |
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yeah online tutorial or there are focus groups around the country that you can talk to. It's a good program and i liked it but I prefer inventor now that I'm using it for actual work and not in a classroom.
Alfalfa
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 12:56 |
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Not terrible if you've worked with CAD software. If you haven't, you could still learn with relative ease if you're decent with computers. An online tutorial or a friend with experience would help, as well.
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phenotyp
> spanfucker retire bitch
09/08/2014 at 12:56 |
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Definitely easier than Unigraphics, CATIA, Pro-E, etc. It's a decent enough package, but it has some real pain points. Ultimately, it's an engineering tool, not a design tool.
JEM
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 12:57 |
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I know here we start off all new hires using I Get It to train them in various (Caita, NX, Pro/E) packages:
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Nibby
> IDROVEAPICKUPTRUCK
09/08/2014 at 12:57 |
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Right. What about some other CAD software?
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Nibby
> JEM
09/08/2014 at 12:58 |
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._______. learning new software always scares me a bit
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spanfucker retire bitch
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 13:03 |
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If you've already got some familiarity with 3DS Max, Autodesk Inventor would be a good choice.
promoted by the color red
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 13:13 |
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It comes with some pretty good tutorials built into it, but there's no better way to learn software than to dive right in and just tinker with it. Check if your local community college offers coursework if you need "proof" of experience.
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Nibby
> promoted by the color red
09/08/2014 at 13:16 |
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Thanks! I think I'll try Autodesk Inventor though
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Nibby
> phenotyp
09/08/2014 at 13:16 |
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Good to know, thanks. I'm gonna check out Autodesk Inventor
RamblinRover Luxury-Yacht
> spanfucker retire bitch
09/08/2014 at 13:19 |
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I really like NX, but then again, I'm a crazy person.
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phenotyp
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 13:26 |
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Probably the right place to start.I hear it's pretty easy.
Twingo Tamer - About to descend into project car hell.
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 13:33 |
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Not too bad, the 3D modelling itself is fine provided you use a guide. The controls arent intuitive at first unless you have something to point everything out to you. Once you get the basics though it's just a case of practicing. Using it engineering is a little more complex though in regards of properly annotating everything but I assume that isn't what you want it for.
A simple 4 lug brake disc I rendered in it when I was starting out, that kinda stuff only takes about 5 minutes.
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spanfucker retire bitch
> RamblinRover Luxury-Yacht
09/08/2014 at 13:40 |
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I do as well. Especially after my company moved away from the abortion that was NX 7, but it's still one of the hardest CAD programs to learn and master.
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JEM
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 13:47 |
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Yeah, it's always a bit intimidating. Just jump in realizing you can't no any less than you do right now.
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Nibby
> Twingo Tamer - About to descend into project car hell.
09/08/2014 at 14:14 |
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Very cool! Brake discs are relatively easy shapes.
Also, I do not like your avatar :(
miadaman? yes please
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 14:19 |
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Not too bad to learn at all, most of the features are very intuitive - for instance the swipe along feature you just define what the cross section is and what path to follow. I don't personally use compound curves a lot since they are a nightmare to dimension.
Start by modeling some simple household stuff, Google when you have questions. If you start off trying to model an engine (which you totally could), the question you may have usually aren't as straight forward to answer.
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Twingo Tamer - About to descend into project car hell.
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 14:21 |
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Haha I've heard that a few times since I changed it, it'll probably get changed back at the end of the season.
LuczOr
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 14:24 |
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It's the easiest CAD program I have ever learned. You will be fine.
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Nibby
> Twingo Tamer - About to descend into project car hell.
09/08/2014 at 14:25 |
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So, hopefully before the new year.
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Twingo Tamer - About to descend into project car hell.
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 14:28 |
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No we'll make it to the AFC championship game again then get blown out by the Broncos.
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Nibby
> Twingo Tamer - About to descend into project car hell.
09/08/2014 at 14:32 |
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Or make it to the super bowl and lose to Eli Manning.
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Twingo Tamer - About to descend into project car hell.
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 14:34 |
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Don't you're giving me Nam style flashbacks. God damn that gormless looking interception machine.
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Nibby
> Twingo Tamer - About to descend into project car hell.
09/08/2014 at 14:35 |
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Just... watch the whole thing before replying.
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Twingo Tamer - About to descend into project car hell.
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 14:38 |
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Um... wow.
Montalvo
> Nibby
09/08/2014 at 15:22 |
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Go through the in program tutorials, they hold your hand step by step until you understand the various functions. Solidworks is very intuitive with the exception of a few functions that can be tricky. Another way is to just go wild and experiment, the end result will be a Frankensteinesque model. I think the most places where people trip up is when you want to start with simulations, you have to be very exact about how you apply forces and material properties. The good thing is though when you learn Solidworks you can also apply it to other programs like Autodesk or NX-IDEAS. It was really cool when I was able to build something in Solidworks, test it in more advanced simulation programs and then create tool paths for a CNC mill to create molds. Definitely a high point in my college education and could prove to be useful if I decide I ever want to go crazy with workshop. It also will help if you look around the various toolbars, a lot can be removed or replaced with options that make finding what you do use easier. It will go a long way for a first time user to understand how things are filed too.
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Nibby
> Montalvo
09/08/2014 at 16:56 |
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You da man thanks!
Tayseer
> Nibby
10/04/2015 at 10:01 |
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Check out this online course in Udemy. It takes people from Nothing to the Certified Associate level! It was just developed by TforDesign last month!
https://www.udemy.com/solidwokrs-go-…
*this link is with a coupon to take the course for free :) ... expires soon though!