Functional Value

Compare design alternatives leveraging SOLIDWORKS configurations for efficient what-if scenarios driving improved designs
Create high quality mesh with improved mesh flow algorithm addressing small geometric features such as holes, fillets and flanges
Easily amend intersecting model sections with enhanced automatic and manual tools to fix intersections and penetrations
Accelerate selection of specifications definitions with selection by propagation for topology edges and domains
Validate submodel accuracy by overlaying outputs with the global model

User Experience Value

Easily review simulation results with results plot legend enhancements
Efficiently detect and create point fasteners based on placement lines
Simplify import of Abaqus input files by bringing in both the model and the materials in one step
Accelerate definition of supports with the ability to create mesh groups directly in the support manager while defining scenario features