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Re: How Do I Make A Wolf In Onshape
And keep in mind, everybody, that wolves can only be created at full moon. ;0)
Re: Model Based Definition for Onshape announced by PTC
That's great! I can imagine that many companies needed MBD before they could switch to Onshape.
Model Based Definition for Onshape announced by PTC
From the improvement request thread for MBD, I just saw this shared:
Excited to see this. It seems like news like this should always be shared on the forums in addition to other channels.
S1mon
Re: adding a bend to tubes
This kind of thing? I've got a workflow I'm not super happy with at the moment that I'm attempting to turn into a featurescript at some point to make this a lot less manual but haven't prioritized it recently.
Re: Improvements to Onshape - June 6th, 2025
I just realized the call out justification was something I was interested in! Its doing what I like, but would prefer to control the justification on a per callout basis rather than a document or template standard only. Request #378787
06/19 Update: This is working independently as I wished. Thanks Onshape, sorry for the false alarm!
I think we're do up for something big next release. This light release must be due to the extra effort required for it! 🙂
Re: Improvements to Onshape - June 6th, 2025
I'm comfortable using two mates to define the position, but was also initially hoping that a single width mate could define the relationship. I wonder if the Width mate dialog could have a dropdown option for the type of mate to apply (fastened, revolute, or planar by default).
Re: delete branch
I made the version mistakely and it is for no reason or use there. so it can be easily ignored. i just like to clean up things to avoid confusion later.
ml
Default BOM column widths
Is there a way to default the column width of BOM tables in the assembly? I have a BOM that is used to check that relevant metadata has been filled out prior to releasing an assembly but this is only viewed in the assembly and not used on drawings. I've found that the columns default to the same width when I create a new assembly whereas I'd like certain columns to be smaller (Item, Quantity, etc.).
I've tried creating the BOM template through the dots and 'save as template' and using it another assembly but found the columns still defaults to equal widths.
Current default:
Desired default widths:
Cheers, Hannah
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with 18 patents, ex Dyson NPI looking for Onshape work.
I am an experienced CAD designer with over twelve years of experience in mechanical design and creative design, a BSc (Hons) in Automotive Design Technology and proficiency in Onshape.with extensive background experience using Creo, Nx, Solidworks, PDM such as Windchill and Teamcentre and also cross industry experience using polygon based programs such as Cinema 4d and Unreal, I also have FEA experience in onshape using the extension simscale.
As Senior engineer at Dyson I have developed detailed CAD models and managed BOMs for complex electro-mechanical systems, including the latest product, the Dyson pencil vac for which I conceptualised and led the cleanerhead project. At Dyson, I used NX to create and prototype innovative products, and hand built prototypes for testing an verification before they went on to productionisation. During my time at Dyson I secured seventeen patents. My hands-on experience with CNC machining, injection moulding, and product testing ensured robust designs and efficient production. I also have significant experience in translating customer requirements into functional concepts, as demonstrated at Kohler, where I led projects from ideation to production gained my first patent, and visited China to verify my projects before release.
Based near Totnes, Devon, I am looking for a remote role, I am experienced with WFH as have been running my own business. I am confident my technical expertise and creative problem-solving skills will add value to your projects. Please contact me know at andywarner@me .com to discuss how I can contribute.
Thanks!
Andy andywarner@me.com