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Variable Spring Length in an Assembly
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I have been following a number of SolidWorks users, both in this forum and others, with variable spring lengths when added to assemblies.  In this regard, I have been unable to completely resolve my…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Deepak Gupta Aug 10, 2010.

 

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Deepak Gupta left a comment for Kenneth Hueston
A birthday is just the first day of another 365-day journey around the sun. Enjoy the tripHAVE A BLASTMANY MANY RETURNS OF THE DAY!!HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
Dec 14, 2010
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Deepak Gupta replied to Kenneth Hueston's discussion 'Variable Spring Length in an Assembly'
John, I can help for this point only. For rest you may need to seek help from Simulation expert.
Aug 10, 2010
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Alexander Sebok replied to Kenneth Hueston's discussion 'Variable Spring Length in an Assembly'
thank you Deepak Gupta!i appreciate your help have a nice day
Aug 9, 2010
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Deepak Gupta replied to Kenneth Hueston's discussion 'Variable Spring Length in an Assembly'
Kenneth, check if this what you need.
Aug 9, 2010
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Deepak Gupta replied to Kenneth Hueston's discussion 'Variable Spring Length in an Assembly'
It is doable with simple animation.
Aug 9, 2010
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Alexander Sebok replied to Kenneth Hueston's discussion 'Variable Spring Length in an Assembly'
so like in this video: http://www.webs1.uidaho.edu/mindworks/past_projects.htm hoglet video i need only assembly motion?i tried animate the spring in engine but its not working.
Aug 8, 2010
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Deepak Gupta replied to Kenneth Hueston's discussion 'Variable Spring Length in an Assembly'
So you just looking towards motion only and not in real how 4 stroke engine works. I mean with the effect of gas. Then you can use animator to achieve that.
Aug 8, 2010
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Alexander Sebok replied to Kenneth Hueston's discussion 'Variable Spring Length in an Assembly'
everything:) how a 4 stroke engine works (piston,belts,springs,gears)
Aug 8, 2010
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Deepak Gupta replied to Kenneth Hueston's discussion 'Variable Spring Length in an Assembly'
Depends on what exactly you want to present.
Aug 7, 2010
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Alexander Sebok replied to Kenneth Hueston's discussion 'Variable Spring Length in an Assembly'
thanks for answering,im new here,new kid on the block :) i gonna design and animate a motorcycle(+engine) for me master degree. and den make some basic and advanced tutorials so its enough to simulate the engine motion in basic motion? i don't…
Aug 7, 2010
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Deepak Gupta replied to Kenneth Hueston's discussion 'Variable Spring Length in an Assembly'
No, this is only a basic motion study.
Aug 7, 2010
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Alexander Sebok replied to Kenneth Hueston's discussion 'Variable Spring Length in an Assembly'
it is made in COSMOmotion no ?
Aug 7, 2010
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John zhao replied to Kenneth Hueston's discussion 'Variable Spring Length in an Assembly'
Hi Deepap Gupta I zip a assembly file to you. What I want you to help me to figure it out how to 1: animate the movement of all cylinders to their directions when shaft and gear rotate 2 real motion study to get toque on the shaft when add 80 psi…
Aug 6, 2010
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Deepak Gupta replied to Kenneth Hueston's discussion 'Variable Spring Length in an Assembly'
John, I'll have a look at files and let you know. Please make sure you have added all the required part files along with assembly.
Aug 6, 2010
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John zhao replied to Kenneth Hueston's discussion 'Variable Spring Length in an Assembly'
Hi Deepap Gupta I have a project need to do torque test and flow test. It is a pneumatic actuator with 4 cylinder, it can be either double acting or spring return. the model was done by other people of the company. I will sent you the assembly and…
Aug 5, 2010
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What version of SolidWorks do you currently use?
2009
How many years have you been using SolidWorks?
6
What certifications do you have? (CSWP, CSWA, ETC...)
BSc - Mathematics
BSc - Mechanical Engineering
PEng - Professional Engineer of Alberta (Canada)
What other programs do you use?
MathCAD14
AutoCAD Mechanical 2010
MicroSoft Office 2007
What are you running SolidWorks on?
Windows Vista Premium
What field do you work in?
Oil & Gas - Mechanical Design
What are some of your group affiliations?
Engineering Forum (Cockroach)
What do you hope to gain from SWGeeks.com?
SolidWorks Motion on mechanical devices. Having difficulty modelling Springs, especially Torsion Springs.
How did you hear about SWGeeks.com?
Surfed the website, poof, saw Spring Tutorial and reviewed.

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At 1:21am on December 14, 2010, Deepak GuptaDeepak Gupta said…

A birthday is just the first day of another 365-day journey around the sun. Enjoy the trip

HAVE A BLAST

MANY MANY RETURNS OF THE DAY


!!HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

 
 
 

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