by Matt Perez | Publisher: Infinite Skills | Release Date: December 2013 | ISBN: 9781771371865

In this SolidWorks Kinematics training course, expert author Matt Perez will teach you all about kinematics in this 3D modeling software. This course is designed for users that already have a fundamental understanding of SolidWorks. You will start out by learning how to set up your command manager and toolbars. You will then move into learning about sketch blocks, and how to create linkages, belts, and pulleys, as well as how to model cams and followers. From there, Matt will teach you about assembly mates, including standard mates, advanced mates such as symmetric and width, and mechanical mates such as slot and hinge. This video training will take you through the kinematics in assemblies, teaching you about collision detection and physical dynamics. Finally, Matt will take you through a sketch block motion study and a 3D motion study. Once you have completed this computer based training course, you will have an in-depth understanding of kinematics in SolidWorks and be able to apply this knowledge to your own projects. Working files are included, allowing you to follow along with the author throughout the lessons.

1. Introduction
   • What To Expect 00:00:34
2. Getting Started
   • Setting Up Your Command Manager And Toolbars 00:01:52
3. Sketch Blocks
   • Introduction To Sketch Block 00:08:37
   • Creating Linkages 00:04:51
   • Creating Belts And Pulleys 00:05:16
   • Modelling Cams And Followers 00:04:24
   • Friction - Engage Block 00:04:37
   • Layout Sketch Blocks 00:04:34
4. Assembly Mates
   • Concept Of Mates 00:01:38
   • Standard Mates 00:05:52
   • Advanced Mates - Symmetric 00:02:10
   • Advanced Mates - Width 00:01:13
   • Advanced Mates - Path Mate 00:04:15
   • Advanced Mates - Linear Coupler 00:02:23
   • Advanced Mates - Distance And Angle 00:04:19
   • Mechanical Mates - Cam And Follower 00:01:28
   • Mechanical Mates - Slot 00:02:30
   • Mechanical Mates - Hinge 00:01:50
   • Mechanical Mates - Gear 00:01:41
   • Mechanical Mates - Rack And Pinion 00:02:02
   • Mechanical Mates - Screw 00:01:50
   • Mechanical Mates - Universal Joint 00:02:04
5. Kinematics In Assemblies
   • Collision Detection 00:02:32
   • Physical Dynamics 00:03:02
6. Motion Studies
   • Sketch Block Motion Study 00:05:23
   • 3D Motion Study - Part 1 00:05:32
   • 3D Motion Study - Part 2 00:04:33
7. Conclusion
   • About The Author 00:00:40