Snapshot
SOLIDWORKS Ultimate was recently introduced as the new top-of-the-line edition of SOLIDWORKS, with even more capability than SOLIDWORKS Premium. This additional capability is offered in the form of several 3DEXPERIENCE applications, including everything from basic browser-based design tools to advanced applications in manufacturing, simulation, and product lifecycle management (PLM). This comprehensive lesson reviews all the new and unique capabilities of SOLIDWORKS Ultimate along with licensing options and version differences to help you make an informed purchasing decision.
Discussing the 3DEXPERIENCE applications included with SOLIDWORKS Ultimate
Lesson Highlights
This webinar-length lesson provides all the information needed to understand who should be considering SOLIDWORKS Ultimate and the kinds of benefits they can expect to gain from it. Major sections of the lesson include:
- A short demonstration of each included application
- Overview and pros/cons of available licensing options
- Comparison between 3DEXPERIENCE and Desktop versions
- Cost-benefit framework to help you determine how much value Ultimate will provide
The included 3DEXPERIENCE tools have been categorized into five major functional areas to allow viewers to quickly navigate between sections of particular interest:
- Design – Browser-based CAD apps (xApps) for standard CAD modeling, subdivision surface modeling, mold tool design, sheet metal, and welded structures
- Simulation – Structural analysis and motion tools with cloud-solving capabilities
- Manufacturing – CAM apps for milling, laser/waterjet, and wire EDM processes
- Immersive Experiences – Documentation and marketing tools for rendering, animation, and development of interactive technical documents
- Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) – Tool for collaboration, BOM management, task assignment/tracking, project scheduling, and product release workflows
Highlighting the functionality of the tools included with SOLIDWORKS Ultimate
Who is this lesson for?
This lesson will be particularly helpful for:
- Existing SOLIDWORKS users considering an upgrade
- SOLIDWORKS Premium users pushing the limits of the software
- “Power Users” interested in performing many different design/engineering functions
- Designers/Engineers who prefer browser-based or cloud-connected software
- Team managers requiring more robust data management or PLM capabilities
This lesson is not intended for:
- Casual, occasional, or light users of SOLIDWORKS
- Users who are satisfied with SOLIDWORKS Standard or Professional
- The information provided will likely still be educational!
- Students or hobbyists looking to learn SOLIDWORKS or use it for personal projects
How can you use these tools?
- Design with SOLIDWORKS in the same way as other versions
- Access browser-based applications for CAD, simulation, and more from any device
- Program designs for a variety of manufacturing methods
- Create interactive technical documentation and photorealistic renderings
- Improve team collaboration and plan/manage complex design release processes
- Take advantage of cloud computing and cloud rendering capabilities
Discussing the full feature matrix of SOLIDWORKS Ultimate as compared to other versions
SOLIDWORKS Ultimate is the most capable tier of SOLIDWORKS ever released, bundling dozens of applications into a single license and unlocking new previously unavailable tools and capabilities. Whether you’re a power user doing a little bit of everything or you’re managing a team with complex workflows, our SOLIDWORKS Ultimate Overview provides all the information you’ll need to determine if it’s right for you and your team.
