05-14-2008, 05:43 PM
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Location: Kennewick, Washington, USA
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Solidworks or Alibre
Hey guys I would like some input from you that have some experience with either or both of these softwares. *I would like to use some 3d software to model my new car and design suspension etc. *Since this is a hobby I dont want to spend 5-10k on the software. *But...I want a software that is dependable, functional and fairly uncomplicated to use too. *Any suggestions you guys have would be appreciated. *Thanks...Chris
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05-14-2008, 07:07 PM
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Re: Solidworks or Alibre
I have Alibre and it is fine.SW is BETTER. Alibre has improved greatly. SW is easier to use with fewer steps involved. Alibre is a little "quirky" but once you figure them out it works rather well. SW is more"normal"
 and logical. Alibre is MUCH cheaper.All in all I like alibre for the price. |
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05-14-2008, 09:58 PM
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Re: Solidworks or Alibre
You can buy solidwork for $ 189.00 ( student version). at least the last time I check
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05-14-2008, 10:42 PM
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Re: Solidworks or Alibre
I got my student version for 70. It's a two year license, but no cosmos stuff. You can renew if you are still a student.
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05-14-2008, 10:45 PM
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Re: Solidworks or Alibre
I am Alibre and the weemen still love me! *[smilie=blowkiss.gif]
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05-14-2008, 10:49 PM
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Re: Solidworks or Alibre
It's the analysis tools for stress and strength and stuff.
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05-14-2008, 11:13 PM
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Re: Solidworks or Alibre
It's actually COSMOS I think it's an acronym.
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