When creating assemblies, mating components is a time consuming step. However, this is critical to evaluating your final design. The more components you have the longer this can be. 'Aye, Aye', a phrase associated with pirate-speak, is an apt phrase here because it is said to the captain meaning, 'I will get that done right away!' In this session, utilizing pirate-themed models, we will look at several ways to do just that by more efficiently adding mates utilizing quick mates, smart mates, and mate references. We will also look at some other tools to help navigate and manage mates. We will then examine some of the more advanced mates, including Profile Center and Width mates. We will conclude by reviewing some of the advanced mating tools, including the Mate Controller and Magnetic Mates. At the conclusion of this presentation you will more confidently be able to say 'Aye, Aye' to your boss when asked to get a project done (although you probably shouldn't)!

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Speakers

Ryan Field

Sr. Application Engineer, COMPUTER AIDED TECHNOLOGY LLC

I am currently a Sr. Application Engineer with Go Engineer. I received my bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and associate’s degree in Plastics Engineering Technology from Penn State Behrend. As a co-op, 20 years ago(!), I was introduced to SOLIDWORKS, and have been an advocate ever since. Prior to joining the SOLIDWORKS Reseller Channel in 2015, I held several engineering roles in different industries, but primarily focused on machine design. I am a CSWE and SOLIDWORKS Elite AE. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and experience with others to try and help them more efficiently get their jobs done. I currently reside near Cleveland, Ohio with my wife, Angela and two young kids, Louisa and Nicholas.