UCAO-TECH

English

Français

English

Français

Theme

UCAO-TECH Team

Test 3 Mechanical: SolidWorks CAD – Advanced Level ​

Expert parametric modeling and complex mechanical design under SolidWorks as part of the Tekbot Robotics Challenge 2025.

🔹 Introduction ​

This test aims to evaluate our ability to design a complex mechanical part in 3D using SolidWorks. It focuses on modeling, constraint and dimension management, as well as obtaining a coherent part both mechanically and functionally.

The main objective is to model a part from variable dimensions, ensuring a precise final mass thanks to the correct definition of the material and its density. The results obtained must reflect a thorough mastery of modeling tools as well as good analysis capabilities.

📏 Modeling parameters ​

  • Unit system: MMGS (millimeter, gram, second)
  • Material: Aluminum alloy 1060
  • Density: 2700 kg/m³
  • Holes: all holes are through unless otherwise indicated
  • Decimals: 2
  • Fillet radius: 10 mm (unless otherwise indicated)

🛠️ SolidWorks features used ​

  • 2D Sketch
  • Boss/Base by extrusion
  • Material removal by extrusion
  • Symmetry
  • Linear pattern
  • Cut feature
  • Mass measurement (Evaluate > Mass Properties)
  • Material definition (Apply Material)

📐 Question A ​

  • A = 193 mm ; B = 88 mm
  • W = 44 mm ; X = 48.25 mm ; Y = 93.5 mm ; Z = 103 mm
  • Obtained mass: 1400.64 g

🖼️ Part visualization – Question A

Part A

📐 Question B ​

  • A = 205 mm ; B = 100 mm
  • W = 50 mm ; X = 51.25 mm ; Y = 105.5 mm ; Z = 115 mm
  • Obtained mass: 1651.39 g

🖼️ Part visualization – Question B

Part B

📐 Question C ​

  • A = 210 mm ; B = 105 mm
  • W = 52.5 mm ; X = 52.5 mm ; Y = 110.5 mm ; Z = 120 mm
  • Obtained mass: 1765.22 g

🖼️ Part visualization – Question C

Part C

📥 SolidWorks 2025 source files ​

Complete archive – Test 3 ​

Contains all SOLIDWORKS files related to the advanced test.

📦 Download SOLIDWORKS files

✅ Conclusion ​

This advanced test allowed us to consolidate our skills in parametric design, solving complex 3D problems and precise management of physical properties. Each parameter variation highlighted the importance of rigorous modeling and clear organization of the feature tree.

Main achievements:

  • Mastery of advanced SolidWorks features
  • Precise parametric modeling with multiple variants
  • Exact mass calculation and material properties management
  • Management of complex geometries using symmetries and patterns
  • Professional level documentation and organization