SOLIDWORKS Simulation is an advanced finite element analysis (FEA) tool integrated within SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD, allowing engineers and designers to test and validate product performance before manufacturing. By applying forces, pressure, temperature, and motion to 3D models, users can simulate real-world conditions to identify weaknesses, optimise materials, and improve product durability. This reduces design errors, lowers costs, and speeds up product development by eliminating the need for multiple physical prototypes.

SOLIDWORKS Simulation provides a comprehensive range of analysis tools, including:

• Static Stress Analysis – Evaluates structural integrity under loads to identify weak points.
• Thermal Analysis – Simulates heat transfer and temperature effects on components.
• Fatigue Analysis – Predicts product lifespan under repeated loading conditions.
• Vibration & Frequency Analysis – Identifies natural frequencies to prevent resonance issues.
• Drop Test & Impact Analysis – Simulates real-world impact scenarios to assess product durability.
• Nonlinear & Dynamic Analysis – Models advanced behaviours such as plastic deformation and time-dependent loads.

These capabilities allow engineers to make informed design decisions, ensuring products meet performance, safety, and industry standards.

Traditional prototyping can be expensive and time-consuming, requiring multiple iterations before a final design is approved. SOLIDWORKS Simulation enables virtual testing, allowing engineers to:

• Detect design flaws early in the process, reducing costly revisions.
• Optimise material usage to lower manufacturing costs.
• Evaluate multiple design scenarios in a fraction of the time.
• Reduce physical prototypes, minimising waste and production delays.

By integrating simulation into the design workflow, companies can bring products to market faster and more cost-effectively.

• Seamless Integration – Works within the SOLIDWORKS interface, eliminating the need for third-party software.
• Ease of Use – Intuitive setup with automated meshing and guided workflows, making it accessible to both engineers and designers.
• Accurate Results – Uses industry-standard FEA solvers to deliver precise and reliable analysis data.
• Improved Product Quality – Identifies potential failures before manufacturing, reducing warranty claims and returns.
• Scalability – Available in Standard, Professional, and Premium versions to match different engineering needs.

SOLIDWORKS Simulation is ideal for:

• Mechanical Engineers – Ensuring strength, durability, and efficiency of mechanical components.
• Product Designers – Testing performance under real-world conditions before production.
• Manufacturers – Reducing costs by optimising materials and minimising waste.
• Aerospace & Automotive Engineers – Analysing stress, aerodynamics, and thermal performance for high-performance applications.

Whether you’re designing small components or complex assemblies, SOLIDWORKS Simulation provides the tools to make better, data-driven decisions.

SOLIDWORKS Simulation uses proven FEA solvers to deliver highly accurate results when properly configured. Accuracy depends on:

• Material properties and load conditions applied in the simulation.
• Mesh refinement, as a higher-quality mesh improves precision.
• Boundary conditions, ensuring simulations closely match real-world scenarios.

For critical applications, engineers can validate results using experimental testing, ensuring compliance with engineering and safety standards.

SOLIDWORKS Simulation is available through MECAD Systems, an authorised SOLIDWORKS reseller. Our team provides:

• Custom pricing & licensing options to suit your business.
• Expert training & support to help you maximise the software’s capabilities.
• Free consultation & demos to show how SOLIDWORKS Simulation can enhance your design process.

Contact MECAD Systems today to learn more about SOLIDWORKS Simulation and how it can transform your product development.