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  1. Heckler

    Perpendicularity to make sure a threaded part sits flat to a sealing surface

    How about specifying PERPENDICULARITY for an axis at a projected height? Heckler [americanflag] Sr. Mechanical Engineer o _`\(,_ (_)/ (_) This post contains no political overtones or undertones for that matter and in no way represents the poster's political agenda.
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    3D Statics problem

    I am running this model in a FEA program but want to see if I could solve the problem by hand. RB can you expand on your method. I'm having trouble following your path. Thanks Heckler [americanflag] Sr. Mechanical Engineer o _`\(,_ (_)/ (_) This post contains no political...
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    3D Statics problem

    I need a little help on this 3D statics problem. Any takers? Heckler [americanflag] Sr. Mechanical Engineer o _`\(,_ (_)/ (_) This post contains no political overtones or undertones for that matter and in no way represents the poster's political agenda.
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    Linked dimension?

    Why do you like to put the origin at the center of the model? Heckler [americanflag] Sr. Mechanical Engineer o _`\(,_ (_)/ (_) This post contains no political overtones or undertones for that matter and in no way represents the poster's political agenda.
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    Transition from 2001 to WF

    I am curious want the learning curve will be coming from Pro/E 2001 (2 years usage) and SolidWorks (12 years usage). I just got let go and will be competing for some contract-2-hire jobs. I want to be realistic with my skills presentation. I would appreciate any feedback. Heckler...
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    SolidWorks 2010 Service Pack 1.0 EV (Early Visibility) is now availabl

    The EV release is available for download at http://www.solidworks.com/sw/support/subscription/downloads.htm. Notes: Performance reporting is turned on for EV releases. Report critical problems to SolidWorks Technical Support at evis@solidworks.com. The full version is scheduled 2 weeks...
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    Rear suspension design

    This is how suspension designers isolate pedal forces, chain growth, and other noncritical inputs. "Propedal is a marketing term created by FOX to describe a digressive compression damping force curve. Digressive force curves have been around long before bicycles had suspension. Digressive...
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    looking for bicycle component engineers

    Just remember you don't go into the Bike Industry to make "good" money. You do it because you have a passion for bikes. I have a friend who use to be a test engineer for a Bike Suspension company. It was a tough job because it was at a time when that technology was very new to bikes. In the...
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    SP2 Production Release is Available

    Some conditions: Cannot Upgrade SP2 EV to SP2 Full Due to changes made in SP2 Full, the SP2 EV version cannot be upgraded to SP2 Full version. If you have installed 2009 SolidWorks SP2.0 EV, you must uninstall it before installing 2009 SP2.0 Once 2009 SP2.0 EV is uninstalled, you can...
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    Loctite or Anti-seize on MTB fasteners

    I use Loctite C5-A Anti-Seize Compound on my mtn bike. Just be aware loctite threadlocker (222/242/243/262/603) outgasses so using it around plastics and some composites could create more problems then it fixes. Heckler [americanflag] Sr. Mechanical Engineer o _`\(,_ (_)/ (_) This...
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    Helical Sweep Feature with Variable Section

    Variable Section Sweeps have been around for sometime. Heckler [americanflag] Sr. Mechanical Engineer o _`\(,_ (_)/ (_) This post contains no political overtones or undertones for that matter and in no way represents the poster's political agenda.
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    Mastercam - SolidWorks - PDMWorks Enterprise?

    No MasterCAM in not an add in like CAMWorks. It's a stand alone program. We are in the process of setting up Enterprise and we use MC X3. We have yet to come across that problem since we're still trying to deal with our SWx data. But we were told by our VAR that SWx Enterprise can read in...
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    SolidWorks 2009 SP1.0 EV (Early Visibility) is now available for downl

    We're still on 2007 because our version of Activault will not work with 2008. But a ray of hope....we're in the process of purchasing SWx Enterprise PDM online. Heckler [americanflag] Sr. Mechanical Engineer o _`\(,_ (_)/ (_) This post contains no political overtones or undertones...
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    SolidWorks 2009 SP1.0 EV (Early Visibility) is now available for downl

    Go get it Heckler [americanflag] Sr. Mechanical Engineer o _`\(,_ (_)/ (_) This post contains no political overtones or undertones for that matter and in no way represents the poster's political agenda.
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    NEW CSWP Advanced Sheet Metal Certification Exam

    NEW CSWP Advanced Sheet Metal Certification Exam: Receive a complimentary try at the new Advanced Sheet Metal Exam, by using the discount coupon CPN8885263359. This coupon code is only valid for one try until September 30, 2008. >> http://www.solidworks.com/pages/services/Training/CSWPSMTL.html...
  16. Heckler

    SW09 Beta is out!!!

    Try "Mother may I"....I'm in the same boat.....[ponder] Heckler [americanflag] Sr. Mechanical Engineer o _`\(,_ (_)/ (_) This post contains no political overtones or undertones for that matter and in no way represents the poster's political agenda.
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    GD&T seminar or class in SF Bay area

    De Anza college offers a great beginner class in GD&T Heckler [americanflag] Sr. Mechanical Engineer o _`\(,_ (_)/ (_) This post contains no political overtones or undertones for that matter and in no way represents the poster's political agenda.
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    SolidWorks 2008 SP4.0 EV (Early Visibility) is now available

    SolidWorks 2008 SP4.0 EV (Early Visibility) is now available for download. Heckler [americanflag] Sr. Mechanical Engineer o _`\(,_ (_)/ (_) This post contains no political overtones or undertones for that matter and in no way represents the poster's political agenda.
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    What kind of finish will a edm produce?

    What type of EDM? Wire or graphite electrodes (Plunger type)? No, the EDM process has no lay like a mechanical cut surface. Heckler [americanflag] Sr. Mechanical Engineer o _`\(,_ (_)/ (_) This post contains no political overtones or undertones for that matter and in no way...
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    Quoting someone

    The ever-quotable Tick with his keen perception has provided many a LOL.......[2thumbsup] Heckler [americanflag] Sr. Mechanical Engineer o _`\(,_ (_)/ (_) This post contains no political overtones or undertones for that matter and in no way represents the poster's political agenda.

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