[SOLIDWORKS] 3D Structure Creator

Functional Value

Machine learning algorithms built into 3D Structure Creator will add a new level of productivity to your structure design projects. When picking edges or sketch entities as references for structure members, the selection helper makes suggestions for additional selections. If you agree with the suggestion the Selection Helper picks all suggested edges. And, users now have more advanced editing capabilities, with the addition of new functionality to split and merge structure members.

User Experience Value

Learn how to use 3D Structure Creator faster than before with the addition of Quick Tours. Quick Tours provide useful information about commonly used tools in the app to get new users up to speed.

Highlights of the new 3D Structure Creator features and improved user experience.


Add a new level of productivity to your structure design projects with machine learning algorithms built into 3D Structure Creator. When picking edges or sketch entities as references for structure members, the Selection Helper offers ideas for additional selections.

Visualize an accurate representation of your final product with realistic materials and new appearance settings.


Use the merge commands to manage members in the cut list and create manufacturable designs. The merge command is useful for creating bent structural tubes.


Use the split command to split a long member into multiple short members. Split members based on distance from an end point or based on a number of instances.