Bearing Types and Applications: Choosing the Right Bearing
Practical bearing types and applications guidance for mechanical designers, CAD engineers and students.
Design Guide
Design Guide
Gear Design Basics: Module, Pitch Diameter and Tooth Geometry
Practical gear design basics guidance for mechanical designers, CAD engineers and students.
Design Guide
Fastener Selection Guide: Bolts, Nuts, Washers and Threads
Practical fastener selection guidance for mechanical designers, CAD engineers and students.
Design Guide
CNC Machining Materials: Aluminum vs Mild Steel vs Stainless Steel
Practical CNC machining materials guidance for mechanical designers, CAD engineers and students.
Design Guide
FEA Boundary Conditions: The Part of Simulation You Should Not Rush
Practical FEA boundary conditions guidance for mechanical designers, CAD engineers and students.
Design Guide
Design for 3D Printing: 10 Practical DFM Rules
Practical design for 3D printing guidance for mechanical designers, CAD engineers and students.
Design Guide
Injection Molding Design: Ribs, Bosses, Draft and Wall Thickness
Practical injection molding design guidance for mechanical designers, CAD engineers and students.
Design Guide
SolidWorks Assembly Design: Mates and Design Intent
Practical SolidWorks assembly design guidance for mechanical designers, CAD engineers and students.
Design Guide
Sheet Metal Design in SolidWorks: Bend Allowance and K-Factor
Practical sheet metal design in SolidWorks guidance for mechanical designers, CAD engineers and students.
Design Guide
CNC Hole Design Guide: Drilled, Reamed and Tapped Holes
Design holes that are easier to machine, inspect and assemble by thinking about the process before release.