Solidworks Sheet Metal and Weldments 5

Question 1

Which SolidWorks Weldments feature is used to add cosmetic representation of weld beads between structural members?

Accepted Answer

Weld Bead

Answer

Weld Bead adds a cosmetic or full weld bead annotation between selected faces, which also contributes weld mass to the cut list.

Question 2

In sheet metal, a 'Hem' feature folds the edge of a flange back on itself. Which hem type creates a completely flat doubled-over edge with zero gap?

Accepted Answer

Closed hem

Answer

A Closed hem folds the material completely flat against itself with no gap, while Open hem leaves a specified gap between layers.

Question 3

When using 'Lofted Bends' in SolidWorks Sheet Metal, what is required as input geometry?

Accepted Answer

Two open profile sketches on parallel or non-parallel planes

Answer

Lofted Bends requires two open (non-closed) sketch profiles that define the start and end cross-sections of the transitional sheet metal shape.

Question 4

What does the 'End Cap' feature add to a SolidWorks Weldment structural member?

Accepted Answer

A flat plate closing the open end of a hollow profile

Answer

End Cap closes the hollow open end of a structural member profile (such as a tube or channel) with a flat plate of specified thickness and offset.

Question 5

In SolidWorks Sheet Metal, which relief type removes a rectangular notch at the corner of intersecting bends to prevent material distortion?

Accepted Answer

Rectangular relief

Answer

Rectangular relief cuts a rectangular notch at the corner where two bends meet, preventing the material from tearing or distorting during bending.

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