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What's New in SOLIDWORKS 2026: AI, Collaboration, and Smarter Design Tools

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Explore SOLIDWORKS 2026 new features: AI-powered design, enhanced collaboration, smarter PDM, and user-driven tools that save time and boost accuracy. What's New in SOLIDWORKS 2026: AI, Collaboration, and Smarter Design Tools The latest release of SOLIDWORKS is here, and it’s packed with powerful innovations designed to accelerate your design process, enhance collaboration, and simplify complex tasks.  SOLIDWORKS 2026 new features  are heavily focused on integrating artificial intelligence and implementing hundreds of user-driven enhancements to streamline your entire workflow—from initial sketch to final production. This article breaks down the top enhancements, with a special focus on the groundbreaking  AI in SOLIDWORKS , the robust data management in  SOLIDWORKS PDM 2026 , and the seamless connectivity of  SOLIDWORKS Collaboration 2026 . SolidWorks 2026 Guide for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Journey to Mastering CAD Design and Engineering Techniques Harness the...

How to Design a Spur Gear in Fusion 360 – Step-by-Step Tutorial Introduction

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  How to Design a Spur Gear in Fusion 360 – Step-by-Step Tutorial Learn how to design a  spur gear in Fusion 360  with this step-by-step guide! Perfect for  beginners & pros Master gear parameters, 3D modeling, and CAD design. Watch the video tutorial ! Introduction Spur gears are one of the most common types of gears used in mechanical systems, from simple machines to advanced robotics. If you're looking to  design a spur gear in Fusion 360 , this step-by-step guide will walk you through the entire process, whether you're a  beginner or an experienced CAD user . By the end of this tutorial, you'll be able to: ✔  Understand spur gear parameters  (module, teeth count, pressure angle) ✔  Sketch and model a gear  in Fusion 360 ✔  Create a 3D-printable or machinable gear ✔  Use parametric design  for easy modifications This guide is perfect for  mechanical engineers, hobbyists, 3D printing enthusiasts, and CAD designe...

Fusion 360 Tutorial for Beginners: Exercise 6 – Mastering Sketch, Patterns, and Analysis Tools

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  Fusion 360 Tutorial for Beginners: Exercise 6 – Mastering Sketch, Patterns, and Analysis Tools By MecDesign Hub Step-by-step Fusion 360 Exercise 6 tutorial for beginners! Learn Sketch, Extrude, Rectangular Pattern, Rib, Mirror, Chamfer, Fillet, Rendering & Section Analysis. Introduction Welcome to  Exercise 6  of our  Fusion 360 Beginner Tutorial Series ! In this guide, we’ll create a  3D model  using essential tools like  Extrude, Rectangular Pattern, Rib, Mirror, Chamfer, Fillet, and Section Analysis . This tutorial is perfect for  beginners  who want to: ✔ Improve  sketching  and  parametric modeling  skills ✔ Learn efficient  pattern duplication  with  Rectangular Pattern ✔ Use the  Rib  tool for structural reinforcement ✔ Apply  Mirror  for symmetrical designs ✔ Enhance models with  Chamfers & Fillets ✔ Generate  realistic renders  and  section views ...

Fusion 360 Tutorial for Beginners: Designing a 90° Flange Elbow (Exercise 5)

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  Fusion 360 Tutorial for Beginners: Designing a 90° Flange Elbow (Exercise 5) By MecDesign Hub Introduction In this  Autodesk Fusion 360 tutorial , we’ll walk through the step-by-step process of designing a  90° Flange Elbow —a common component in piping and mechanical systems. This exercise is perfect for  beginners  looking to strengthen their  3D modeling skills  in Fusion 360. We’ll cover essential tools and techniques, including: ✔  Adding Parameters  for flexible design changes ✔ Using the  Sweep  and  Extrude  commands ✔ Applying  Mirror  for symmetrical features ✔ Adding  Chamfers & Fillets  for smooth edges ✔ Final  Rendering  for a professional presentation This guide will help you master parametric modeling in Fusion 360, whether you are an engineering student, a hobbyist, or a professional. Step 1: Setting Up Parameters Before modeling, we’ll define  parameters  to c...