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Welding simulations are inherently complex, as they require accurate geometric representation, multiple weld passes, temperature-dependent nonlinear material behavior, and carefully defined thermal and structural boundary conditions. Capturing all of these details typically demands significant time and effort from the user. In this blog, we will provide an overview of the AWI plug-in user subroutine and its integration with the Abaqus Legacy framework for welding simulation . AWI Plugin The AWI plug-in is designed to leverage the capabilities already present in Abaqus Legacy for welding simulation. It employs a sequentially coupled procedure, beginning with a thermal analysis that computes the temperature field during welding Process. This analysis uses the Goldak heat-source model to approximate the heat flux generated by the welding torch. The computed temperatures are subsequently transferred to a structural model to evaluate the residual stresses and distortions produced by the w...

I n SOLIDWORKS, design intent defines how a model should react when dimensions, sketches, or features are modified. Every part, feature, sketch relation, and assembly mate is interpreted by the rebuild engine based on the logic you apply while modelling. When design intent is correctly built into a model, changes propagate cleanly through sketches, features, assemblies, and drawings. Without it, the model fails during updates, generating dangling dimensions, broken references, and rebuild errors. From a SOLIDWORKS technical standpoint, design intent is controlled through sketch relations , driving dimensions , equations , reference geometry , and feature hierarchy . These elements allow the software to predict how geometry should change under different conditions. 1. Sketch-Level Design Intent The foundation of design intent begins in the sketch. SOLIDWORKS regenerates geometry based on the constraints defined here. Key SOLIDWORKS tools involved: Geometric Relations: ...

One of the most common modelling errors faced by SOLIDWORKS users is the Zero Thickness Geometry error. Many designers know how to avoid it, but only a few understand why SOLIDWORKS shows this error and what it really means for the model. In this blog, we will break down: What Zero Thickness Geometry actually is Why SOLIDWORKS does not allow it And finally, three simple ways to solve it Zero Thickness Geometry (also known as non-manifold geometry ) happens when two solid features in your model touch each other only at a single edge or a single point, without sharing a real volume of material. A valid solid body in SOLIDWORKS must follow one strict rule: Every edge in a solid must have exactly two adjacent faces. If an edge has: ·         Only one face → invalid ·         More than two faces → also invalid ·         Features touching only at a point or line → non-manifold → e...

 How to Create an Exploded View in SolidWorks: A Stepby-Step Guide Exploded views are an essential feature in SolidWorks that allow you to visually separate the components of an assembly, making it easier to understand how parts fit together.  This blog gives you a simple overview of what exploded views are in SOLIDWORKS, how to create them step-by-step, and how to animate them effectively.  What is an Exploded View in SolidWorks ?  An exploded view in SolidWorks is a configuration of an assembly where parts are spaced apart to show how they fit together without disassembling the model.  Typical Use Cases:  ➢ Assembly instructions or manuals  ➢ Presentations and design reviews  ➢ Technical drawings with BOM  ➢ Marketing visuals  Step-by-Step: Creating an Exploded View  Step 1: Open Your Assembly File  ➢ Launch SolidWorks and open your assembly. Make sure all components are properly mated and positioned. Figure 1 Step 2: Go to t...