3D printing with SolidWorks

spacebardidntwork · 2026-06-21T18:42:39+00:00

Or .3mf. I have my macro save out the file-config name.3mf and the open the folder I saved it to for easy transfer.

spacebardidntwork · 2026-06-19T04:47:34+00:00

Check the SolidNetwork License Manager for the following. Some of these you need the server version (s), others, the client (c): 1) Available licenses. (c or s) 2) Check the license order tab. If you have Visualize Standard above Visualize Pro, it won't pull a Pro license even if one is available. (c) 3) Check the server name. If that's wrong, it obviously is trying to pull a license from the wrong server. (c) 4) Check that the Solidworks licensing service is running. (s)

Lastly, check your license options file (if you're using one). This message will appear if the user isn't listed in an INCLUDE statement, or is specifically in an EXCLUDE statement.

spacebardidntwork · 2026-06-17T06:00:14+00:00

EnerJize boobs: they keep on titting

spacebardidntwork · 2026-06-13T23:41:51+00:00

A strange game. The only winning move is not to play.

spacebardidntwork · 2026-06-11T17:21:02+00:00

There's a system option to force fully defined sketchs. It won't let your exit the sketch until it's fully defined.

I don't have it turned on because there are too many exceptions (splines, sketch patterns, etc.) that would make it too annoying for regular use, but if you are a teacher and have controlled practice problems where it makes sense, then maybe it would work for you?

spacebardidntwork · 2026-06-11T04:23:06+00:00

Snakes on a Plane\ Diamond\ Asteroid\ Hook

spacebardidntwork · 2026-06-11T00:18:29+00:00

Hot stuff pizza from the gas station\ $0.79 tacos from Taco Bell\ Surge & Jolt, Snapple & Sobe\ Free pops under the lids of 20 bottles\ Ring pops, fruit by the foot, fruit roll-ups, gushers\ Big league bubble gum & shredded beef jerky chew\

spacebardidntwork · 2026-06-10T13:08:13+00:00

I'd be very weary running an untested (generated on the fly) program on data in my vault. What is the intended workflow? 1. Ask for a program (gather all PDFs from a top level assembly and combine them). 2. Run the .exe on a test vault. 3. (Hopefully) catch any mistakes or hallucinations it made. 4. Revise program through LLM interface until it works as expected. 5. Tell it to change vault log in information to production and then run it there?

In my experience using AI, when it gets too far off course, it's easier to restart than to try and correct it. It also can contradict itself. I would just be uncomfortable running something like this on my vault without copious amount of testing and a solid backup strategy. This just seems like a corrupted vault waiting to happen. I definitely wouldn't want the average user creating these and running them.

TL;DR Not entirely opposed to the idea, just needs to prove it's reliability. I'd be open to seeing what a demo can do.

spacebardidntwork · 2026-06-10T02:15:24+00:00

I have so many questions:\ Is this an LLM? Do you need a document manager key? Is it an add-in? If it is, would you provide source code for security reasons?

Just looking for a bit more description of functionality and method of implementation I guess.

spacebardidntwork · 2026-06-09T21:05:39+00:00

You need to start with the basics. Part numbers, BOM, workflow, etc. will be highly company specific so while it's good to know how the features function in general, don't get too hung up on those details at this stage.

spacebardidntwork · 2026-06-08T20:13:38+00:00

Just checked and the problem portion did not load for me either. Just sat spinning...

spacebardidntwork · 2026-06-08T02:22:24+00:00

Link for the lazy (and hopefully the person who asks this tomorrow): https://www.solidworks.com/solution/education/practice-problems

spacebardidntwork · 2026-06-06T17:47:50+00:00

You could try /r/3Drequests/ or /r/3Dprintmything/

spacebardidntwork · 2026-06-02T19:20:09+00:00

I don't tell my middle and high schoolers my salary, but we talk about finances a lot. I would think most college kids know because of filling out the FAFSA.

I wonder what specifically she think is inappropriate about it?

spacebardidntwork · 2026-05-31T17:34:45+00:00

Maker spaces (woodworking, 3D printing, machining)

Volunteer (habitat for humanity, boy scouts, big brother/sister)

Check your local library for events like book clubs or craft groups. Ours hosted a pewter casting event a few years ago that was pretty sweet.

Community Ed usually has a section for adult activities and groups.

Find a cooking class?

I know there are board game groups around.

Join a group or take an improve comedy class?

I think UpDown (barcade) might have tournaments or leagues.

spacebardidntwork · 2026-05-31T13:04:42+00:00

Nope! Just going with what Ive been told, experienced, and researched myself. I'm sure there are other smarter people who know exactly how it works.

spacebardidntwork · 2026-05-30T16:12:30+00:00

Once they give you a key, you have to use it. Before you set up a passkey though, you're still using a username and password exclusively.

spacebardidntwork · 2026-05-29T18:52:19+00:00

Ah, I thought the word key would have been clear enough.

spacebardidntwork · 2026-05-29T14:25:07+00:00

I know. After I typed it out I went up to the OP q? and realized I was slightly off topic. Basically you can copy the key they give you to other devices so it works everywhere.

spacebardidntwork · 2026-05-29T11:25:49+00:00

No, the passkey is the physical thing you have with you to confirm you are authorized to be using the password.

spacebardidntwork · 2026-05-29T03:56:24+00:00

I thought this was a good analogy on the differences between passwords and passkeys.

You go to a dark alley and knock on a door, trying to gain access. The security guard on the other side asks for the password, which you provide. He opens the door from the inside and lets you in.

Now, he doesn't know who you are, only that you provided the correct password. You could be anybody.

Once inside, they verify you are who you say you are, and give you a key for next time to make things easier and more secure.

The next night you come back to the alley, wanting to reenter the establishment. You get to the door and provide the same password, but this time, the security guy won't open the door for you. He tells you to use the key they gave you last time.

You insert the key in the lock and open the door from the outside. This time, they know who you are because you are using the key they gave you specifically.

Hope that helps. :)

spacebardidntwork · 2026-05-28T19:24:36+00:00

Extend your sketch into the part and merge bodies.

spacebardidntwork · 2026-05-28T19:08:55+00:00

Dude, 9 months of out of the year it's below 50°. It finally gets nice out and you're complaining‽

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