SolidWorks® 2011 Assemblies Bible®
Table of Contents
Part I: Introducing Assembly Basics
Chapter 1: Understanding Assemblies
Understanding the Purpose of Assemblies
Identifying types of assemblies
Creating an alternative to multiple assemblies
Understanding External References
Referencing external files in-context
Referencing external files from a part
Chapter 2: Navigating the Assembly Interface
Identifying Elements of the SolidWorks Assembly Interface
Using the CommandManager and toolbars
Introducing the assembly tools
Using the Heads-Up View toolbar
Using the Shortcut “S” toolbar
Working in the assembly FeatureManager
Working with multiple document windows
Understanding the Interface for Moving and Mating
Using the Move Component interface
Chapter 3: Visualizing Assemblies
Investing in a 3D mouse device
Removing appearances and overrides
Using Edge and Wireframe Settings
Making the case for shaded with edge display
Tutorial: Using Assembly Visualization
Part II: Working with Assemblies
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