Advanced SOLIDWORKS 2025 for Engineers and Designers

Advanced SOLIDWORKS 2025 is a comprehensive guide designed for users who already understand the basics of SOLIDWORKS and want to elevate their skills to a professional level. This book focuses on advanced modelling techniques, complex assemblies, surfacing, simulation, and design optimisation used in real-world engineering environments.

Readers will explore advanced parametric modelling strategies, top-down assembly design, sheet metal, weldments, mold tools, and motion studies. Practical examples and industry-oriented workflows ensure that learners can confidently apply their knowledge in professional design projects.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
● Advanced part modelling and multi-body design techniques.
● Top-down assembly design and complex mate control.
● Surface modelling for complex geometries.
● Simulation basics for design validation.
● Sheet metal, weldments, and manufacturing tools.

WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR
This book is for mechanical engineers, product designers, CAD professionals, and advanced SOLIDWORKS users who want to deepen their expertise. It is also suitable for engineering students and professionals working in manufacturing, product development, and industrial design who want advanced CAD proficiency.

1. Surface Modeling
2. Working with Blocks
3. Sheet Metal Design
4. Equations, Configurations, and Library Features
5. Motion Study
6. Introduction to Mold Design
7. Working with SOLIDWORKS Simulation
8. Working with Weldments
9. Projects

Prof. Sham Tickoo is currently working as a Professor at Purdue University, USA. He received MS in Industrial Technology from Northern Illinois University, Illinois, USA; MS in Industrial and Management Engineering from the University of Iowa, Iowa City, USA; and BS in Mechanical Engineering from NIT, Srinagar, India. Before joining Purdue University in 1987, Prof. Tickoo has worked as a Design Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, and Software Developer. Prof. Tickoo has authored/co-authored textbooks on several major CAD/CAE/Animation software packages like SolidWorks, CATIA, Pro/Engineer, NX, AutoCAD, Customizing AutoCAD, AutoCAD LT, Solid Edge, 3ds Max, 3ds Max Design, Autodesk Inventor, Mechanical Desktop, and VIZ. In addition to North America, his textbooks have been translated and published in Russia, Japan, India, South Korea, and Serbia. Prof. Tickoo has obtained over $24 Million software grant from ANSYS, IBM, and Siemens.