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Re: SolidWorks Robotics Summer School
I dont know if it has been fixed in this version, but the last one I always had trouble with the automated bolt mates, that might have also been partially the computer I was using, as it was somewhat slow. A tutorial on doing that correctly would be nice.[/quote]
I will definitely cover bolt assembly this summer, but for now I will give you a few pointers.
First method. A bolt requires a Concentric and Coincident mate with a hole in the assembly. Open the assembly. Open the bolt part. Tile the two windows. Click and drag the circular edge at the bottom of the bolt head into the assembly window. Drag the mouse over the hole edge. Release the mouse button when you see the Coincident/Concentric symbol on the hole's edge.
Second method. Use HoleWizard for the holes and Toolbox for the bolts, to automatically size the bolts for your holes. Smart Fasteners will size all holes on one face. Always choose the first seed feature in a pattern and use derived patterns in the assembly, Marie
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