You're welcome! I'm glad to hear you completed the tutorial and learned so much! 😊

Thanks Alex! :) For everyone interested in modeling an F1 helmet as well, check www.learnsolidworks.com/f1

Hi! It sounds like you're encountering issues with your lofted surface not merging with the existing body. Here are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot and resolve this issue: Check for Gaps: Ensure there are no small gaps between the lofted surface and the existing body. Even tiny gaps can prevent surfaces from merging. You might need to zoom in and inspect the edges closely. Adjust End Constraints: When creating the lofted surface, try adjusting the end constraints (tangency, curvature, etc.) to ensure that the surface blends smoothly with the existing body. This can sometimes help with the merging process. Use the “Merge Tangent Faces” Option: When you create the lofted surface, make sure to check the “Merge tangent faces” option in the loft feature settings if available. This can help in seamlessly integrating the new surface with the existing body. Use the Knit Surface Tool: If the lofted surface still doesn’t merge automatically, use the Knit Surface tool. In the Knit Surface options, make sure to select both the lofted surface and the body. Also, check the "Merge entities" option. Check Surface Continuity: Ensure that the continuity between the surfaces is sufficient for merging. Sometimes, surfaces need to be G2 continuous (curvature continuous) to merge properly. Rebuild and Simplify: If all else fails, try rebuilding the surfaces involved or simplifying the geometry to see if that helps in merging. If none of these steps work, providing more details or screenshots of the specific issue might help in diagnosing the problem further. Good luck, and feel free to reach out if you have more questions!

Make sure to select the surface in the Surface Bodies folder. This way you know for sure you're hiding the correct surface body :)

Thank you so much for your kind words! :) I'm thrilled to hear that you found my videos helpful. Your feedback means a lot! Wishing you all the best in your SolidWorks journey! 😊

Thanks for your kind words Gary! :)

Thank you for your feedback and kind words about the video! You are indeed right that it's difficult to adjust the glasses later on with the method shown. However, the goal of this video is to introduce people to surface modeling by modeling a product. The aim is not to create a perfect glasses design that can be adjusted later. I'm glad you found the design flow interesting and enjoyed seeing a different approach to designing frames. Your insights and experience with designing for top sunglass makers are much appreciated. Thanks again for watching and sharing your thoughts! :)

Thank you for your comment! The subtle edge you're seeing in the middle of the frame after using the Mirror feature is a common issue. It often happens because of slight misalignments or imperfections in the geometry that get mirrored. Here's a tip to address this: Ensure symmetry before mirroring: Double-check that the original half is perfectly symmetrical and clean before applying the Mirror feature. Any small imperfections will be duplicated and can cause that edge.

Thank you for reaching out. To select the surface for the cut at 16:41, please try accessing it through the "Surfaces Bodies" folder in the feature tree. Sometimes, directly selecting it from the revolve feature might not work as expected. If you're still encountering difficulties despite trying this method, please feel free to email your SOLIDWORKS file to [email protected]. I'd be happy to take a look and provide further assistance. Best regards, Jan

Wait nevermind I saw the learn solidworks thing but I have a question do I actually have to put my email I don’t want to put it in there

@@IcedFireboy11 yes

Absolutely, having some kind of underlayer (a blueprint, hand sketch or picture of glasses with similar dimensions) definitely makes things easier. In this case, though, we had the overall width and height of the frame, as well as the length of the stem above the ear. Sometimes, even with all the tools and knowledge, it's like trying to paint a picture with your eyes closed, isn't it? Glad we could navigate this one smoothly! :)

Thanks Mohammad! :)

Thanks, glad to hear you liked it! :)

Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot coming from someone with your level of experience. Teaching complex subjects like construction project management and Microsoft products can be challenging, so I'm glad to hear that you think I did a good job conveying the material. :)

Check www.learnsolidworks.com/f1 for the SOLIDWORKS Formula 1 course

Yes, that was just a timelapse to provide a glimpse of the tutorial. I also included a link to the full video in that post. :)

Yes, it's just a timelapse to give an impression of the full course. Check www.learnsolidworks.com/roadster to get instant access to the first parts of the course. :)

@learnsolidworks very good thanks for thanks for the link

Thanks!! :)

It's not just about the Smart Fasterners. That's also why I added the Timestamps so you could skip the first part if you wanted

You are very welcome! Glad it was helpful! :)

Thanks for your kind words, glad you like it! :)

Thank you for your insightful questions! You're absolutely right that in some cases, using Lofted Surface or Boundary Surface could achieve similar results to Fill Surface. Both Lofted and Boundary surfaces are indeed great options for surface modeling. I like to demonstrate various techniques in my tutorials to show different approaches to achieving the same result. While Fill Surface may sometimes be considered a last-resort option, it can still be a valuable tool in certain scenarios, especially for filling in irregular or complex surface areas. Regarding your second question about selecting Curvature to face at 30:00, it's an excellent point! Selecting Curvature to face can indeed result in a smoother transition compared to Tangency to face, particularly when dealing with surfaces where curvature continuity is crucial for achieving the desired aesthetic and functional outcome.