The integration of SOLIDWORKS with Maple is said to provide a seamless way to import CAD model parameters into Maple. This gives users access to Maple’s advanced analysis tools for rigorous mathematical analysis and optimisation. Updated model parameters can then be exported from Maple to SOLIDWORKS.
Samir Khan, product manager at Maple, said: “Integration of our products will provide users a strong connection between the engineering knowledge and the final applications, so the understanding behind the application is preserved, the process is validated, and changes are easily made. Customers will see improved productivity and significant savings in time.”
By importing multibody CAD models from SOLIDWORKS into MapleSim users can automatically capture the kinematic and kinetic properties of the model components. They can also evaluate how mechanical CAD models will behave as part of a larger, multidomain system, and apply MapleSim's advanced analysis tools to improve and optimise designs.
“SOLIDWORKS Partner Products are tools and applications that will help our customers extend the power and utility of their SOLIDWORKS solutions,” added Nicholas Iwaskow, director, Alliances & Partnerships, SOLIDWORKS. “It can help bring innovative, quality products to market more efficiently and cost-effectively.”
