Solidworks | 2015
This version introduced significant improvements in assembly and part modeling, making it a favorite for machine and industrial design.
More than 200 enhancements were introduced, categorized into ten major areas of improvement for enhanced daily productivity, streamlined workflows, lower operating costs, and tackling more complex design challenges. Here is a look at the standout features that defined this version.
The 2015 release brought a strong emphasis on architectural stability and reducing the computing overhead for large assemblies. Reduced Graphical Overhead
Drawings gained automated sheet zone annotations that tracked view locations, enhanced formatting control for notes and tables, and the ability to omit layers from printing. Splines could be used as leaders for annotations, and angle dimensioning and decimal rounding were improved. solidworks 2015
Advanced sheet metal features allowed users to create more complex sheet metal parts with improved flattening capabilities, ensuring design-for-manufacturability.
Enhanced rendering capabilities, through integration with Visualize, allowed for creating photorealistic imagery directly from the design data. 4. Extended Functionality: CAM and PDM
Perhaps the most significant strategic addition in 2015 was the introduction of . This functionality allowed users to define, organize, and publish 3D product definitions directly within the CAD model, bypassing the need for traditional 2D drawings. The 2015 release brought a strong emphasis on
A standout feature for industries like footwear and upholstery, allowing you to automatically flatten 3D surfaces into 2D patterns. Sketching Improvements: Midpoint Line
Managing large, multi-component models saw massive efficiency jumps. The software added a , which automatically aligned the geometric centers of two profiles regardless of their shape. This drastically minimized the number of distinct mating steps required to position fasteners, brackets, and structural beams. 3. Enhanced Detailing and Drawing Tools
For those just beginning with SOLIDWORKS 2015, the interface is designed to maximize the central graphics window. Advanced sheet metal features allowed users to create
The software reduces graphical clutter by showing relevant tools only when you click on specific geometry.
A visual tool for planning and managing complex assembly structures before starting a design. Manufacturing & Simulation
: Upgraded context menus dynamically highlight geometry to reduce unnecessary clicks. Key Product Modules and Tool Upgrades