SolidWorks 2010 Bible

Part I: SolidWorks Basics.

Chapter 1: Introducing SolidWorks.

Chapter 2: Navigating the SolidWorks Interface.

Chapter 3: Working with Sketches.

Chapter 4: Creating Simple Parts, Assemblies, and Drawings.

Chapter 5: Using Visualization Techniques.

Part II: Building Intelligence into Your Parts.

Chapter 6: Getting More from Your Sketches.

Chapter 7: Selecting Features.

Chapter 8: Patterning and Mirroring.

Chapter 9: Using Equations.

Chapter 10: Working with Part Configurations.

Chapter 11: Editing and Evaluation.

Part III: Working with Assemblies.

Chapter 12: Building Efficient Assemblies.

Chapter 13: Getting More from Mates.

Chapter 14: Controlling Assembly Configurations and Display States.

Chapter 15: Using Component Patterns and Mirrors.

Chapter 16: Modeling in Context.

Part IV: Creating and Using Libraries.

Chapter 17: Using Hole Wizard and Toolbox.

Chapter 18: Working with Library Features.

Chapter 19: Using Smart Components.

Part V: Creating Drawings.

Chapter 20: Automating Drawings: The Basics.

Chapter 21: Working with Drawing Views.

Chapter 22: Using Annotations and Symbols.

Chapter 23: Dimensioning and Tolerancing.

Chapter 24: Working with Tables and Drawings.

Chapter 25: Using Layers, Line Fonts, and Colors.

Part VI: Using Advanced Techniques.

Chapter 26: Modeling Multi-bodies.

Chapter 27: Working with Surfaces.

Chapter 28: Employing Master Model Techniques.

Part VII: Working with Specialized Functionality.

Chapter 29: Using SolidWorks Sheet Metal Tools.

Chapter 30: Using Imported Geometry and Direct Editing Techniques.

Chapter 31: Using Weldments.

Chapter 32: Using Plastic Features and Mold Tools.

Chapter 33: Animating with MotionManager.

Part VIII: Appendixes.

Appendix A: Finding Help.

Appendix B: What’s on the CD-ROM.

Index.