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Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS 2019- Level I

34.2. -To properly simulate the downward force, we must divide (split) the

cylindrical face of the connecting rod in two, where the bottom half will carry the

load. To split the face, we will use the "Split Line" command. The first thing we

need to do is to add a sketch in one side of the model. Using the "Midpoint Line"

command draw a line starting in the center, up to the inside edge at an angle. Add

a vertical construction line and dimension the angle 103°. The force will be applied

perpendicular to this line.

34.3. - While still editing the sketch, select "Split Line" from the drop-down menu

in the "Curves" command of the Features Tab.

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Dividing faces using the "Split Line" command is a common practice in

analysis to more accurately simulate a load in a small part of a larger area

in a model's face.

In "Type of Split" select the "Projection" option; this means that the current

sketch will be projected over the faces to split. In the "Selections" box "Current

Sketch" is listed letting us know the sketch we are working on is pre-selected.

Select the inside cylindrical face and click OK to split it. Notice the face now has

two edges dividing the face in two. The force will be applied to the bottom half.

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