This computer-aided design software can be also used for 2D drawing but it is not the main purpose of its development. Whether it is rapid prototyping or production, there are many tools and features offered by this program that can get the job done.
It is CAD software that allows you to create 2D drafts and complex 3D solid models with a high degree of efficiency. It provides better design, visualization of products, in addition to faster iterations, improved communications, that helps engineers and designers to do their job properly.
SolidWorks is a 3D modeler that uses parametric design tools. It generates 3 types of files relating to three basic concepts: the part, the assembly, and drawings. It is used to develop mechatronic systems from starting to the end. At the initial stage, the software is used for planning, visual ideation, modeling, feasibility assessment, prototyping, and project management. The software is then used for the design and building of mechanical, electrical, and software elements. Rhino, on the other hand, is CAD software with a multitude of modeling tools, which allow you to model a wide variety of shapes — without limiting creativity.
It can create, edit, analyze, document, render, animate, and translate NURBS curves, surfaces, and solids with no limits. This surface modeling software is commonly used for architecture, prototyping, engineering, jewelry, and industrial, graphic, naval, and automotive design. Rhino also supports polygon meshes and point clouds.
Its accuracy and flexibility make it possible for you to explore and build your ideas and bring them to life. SolidWorks Vs Rhino, both are used to make drawings and create models. But the process of creating these models can be a bit different. SolidWorks, as you might understand from its name, is primarily a solid modeler. It is parametric, which means you assign dimensions to your geometry that will show directly on the interface. You can build your design with surfaces or by creating any shapes you can imagine.
Besides this, you can also use solid modeling to create complex designs because the software has many tools and features, but there are some limitations. Often your models will appear somewhat boxy and dull. The best way to benefit from this software is to use surfaces and solids to achieve truly realistic models. Solidworks comes with a box of tools that You can use freely in different situations.
Rhino uses the curve modeling technique, with non-uniform rational B-splines. This technique involves performing its modeling by working on curves rather than connecting polygons.
You can, therefore, create your surface in three dimensions by making changes on curves. It is a type of modeling that allows you to optimize the number of facets making up the surface of the object. It also is one of the most precise methods for delivering high-quality 3d Models and prototypes, especially in the automotive, jewelry, and aeronautics industry.
Rhino provides access to a wide range of tools to develop your projects, whatever your field is. After only 8 hours of teaching I noticed that boys aged 15 are able to independently perform simple solids of revolution or extrusion with elementary Boolean operations and to carry out the drafting I do not sell and do not have friends that sell Rhino and my observations are merely the result of my experience.
Comparing Rhinoceros to Solidoworks IS a bit like comparing apples and pears. You see, whereas Solidworks is a full 3D package, Rhinoceros is merely a surface modeler. A very good surface modeler but nothing more than that. So, if you are looking to get into 3D modelling, by all means invest your time, energy and money into learning a proper 3D package.
Solidworks is such a package. While you are doing this it doesn't hurtn to learn Rhinoceros on the side, like I said; it has great surface modelling tools which can come in handy from time to time. Just don't make the mistake of investing too much time and money in Rhinoceros in fact, avoid spending money on it alltogether - although the student edition is actually quite affordable.
I too have to agree with Anna and James. Heck, some shops buy a seat of Rhino simply to translate various CAD file formats. It's good but I find Rhino to be faster. I've used SW and we do have a seat. Again, I like Rhino. Your mileage may vary. It strikes me that the reviewer doesn't have a firm knowledge base on Rhino.
Amen to the comments. Obviously total biased bullcrap! I have a lot of high end CAD programs. Use RhinoCAD a lot. Not a perfect program there is no such thing as a perfect CAD program. The entire review simply shows ignorance of RhinoCAD's functions.
Please drop this post. Total biased! Needs to be taken down! Don't remember that much about it. But wasn't impressed enough to add it to my wish list. This is not an augment for or against Solidworks. I simply don't like biased reviews. You don't even have the basic facts correct William!
For some projects I did the main shape in Rhino and then used SolidWorks for the shelling, filleting, adding draft, some parametric features like snaps holes for screws, producing 2d drawings. He appreciates it. The PowerSurfacing plugin for SolidWorks could handle this. It uses subd modeling, and can generate the controlling subd using the plugin, or with any poly modeler that can save quads in an OBJ file. No educational discount available. Each project will be related, but unique.
Having used SolidWorks, I know how to approach my ideas with that tool regarding final assembly of the parts. I have Rhino 4, but have not yet used it life happens. I know, with SolidWorks, that I could create a model, then slice it, create a separate shell for parts that would be molded in different colors or materials, etc. I appreciate all the feedback and tips.
There are no relationships between parts in Rhino. There is some form of history in some commands for a list of these in Rhino 4, see here. More commands can record history in RH5 but that history will be gone when you split surfaces.
Best advice to give is to just start modelling and ask questions and get help as you go. There are some difficulties with organic shapes and nurbs modeling in general, unless using T-Splines, PowerSurfacing, Clayoo, etc, which is why these products are so important.
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