I am looking to configure a structure built from the "mechanically welded elements" function using DriveWorksXpress. I've managed to set up all my ribs and whether or not my functions appear, but I can't seem to set up my tube profiles.
I want to be able to choose which profile to use when performing the welded structure feature from a profile library that I have already created.
I first tried to configure the choice of profile via a list that includes all the profile configurations present in my library, but I did not manage to link this list to the choice of the profile used in the function of mechanically welded elements. I also tried to link the dimensions of the profile sketch to length, width and thickness parameters that I could enter in my form, but when I do that Solidworks just can't generate the profile and therefore my structure (I have a whole bunch of errors).
Having very little experience with DriveWorksXpress, I find myself running out of ideas. I tried to look for some information on the DriveWorks website but I couldn't find anything interesting.
Do any of you have a solution/idea that could help me solve my problem?
DriveWorks Solo has a 30-day trial period if you want to try (Xpress => Solo is possible automatically).
If capturing the dimensions of your profile directly is enough and you think SOLIDWORKS should be capable, DriveWorksXPress should be able to do it, share screenshots of your worries perhaps?
Since most of my tubes are rectangular or square in profile, I think the option with the dimension capture will be enough for me.
After several tests I finally managed to capture the dimensions of my profile sketch and therefore to set up my chassis well (I still don't know the explanation for the failure of my previous tests though).
Forgot to mention but of course, if you want to get started with programming, a SOLIDWORKS Macro to run at the end to finish your automation is also possible (run manually in XPress & Solo, automatically is a Pro feature ).
