SOLIDWORKS Simulation
SOLIDWORKS
Simulation.
FEA simulation software for validating strength, durability, motion, thermal behavior, and product performance during design.
What is SOLIDWORKS Simulation?
Make better design decisions with powerful structural analysis and FEA simulation tools. SOLIDWORKS Simulation helps engineers validate strength, durability, motion, heat transfer, and product performance directly inside the SOLIDWORKS design environment.
SOLIDWORKS Simulation is an integrated FEA analysis solution that helps engineers test, validate, and optimize designs before manufacturing. Built directly into the SOLIDWORKS Design environment, it allows users to study strength, durability, motion, heat transfer, and product behavior without switching to a separate design workflow. With linear, nonlinear, static, and dynamic analysis capabilities, SOLIDWORKS Simulation helps teams reduce reliance on costly physical prototypes. Designers and engineers can identify weak areas, compare design options, and make faster product development decisions using simulation results.
Use this solution to understand product performance earlier in the design cycle. Khodiyar Infotech helps engineering teams identify the right simulation tools, plan adoption, and build confidence through training and support.
- Structural FEA Analysis
- Integrated with SOLIDWORKS
- Virtual Product Testing
- Fewer Physical Prototypes
How SOLIDWORKS Simulation Helps Your Team.
Integrated with SOLIDWORKS Design
Work with the leading design tool plus tailored simulation. SOLIDWORKS Simulation is fully embedded in the SOLIDWORKS Design interface, providing users with the same ease of use in their simulation software as in their industry-standard design tool.
Accelerate Time to Market
Save your time with virtual testing. Predict product performance, make informed product development decisions, and get to market faster with fewer costly physical prototypes by using SOLIDWORKS Simulation.
Comprehensive Structural Analysis Solutions
Be confident with proven simulation technology. With over 25 years of experience helping customers make data-driven decisions and over 12 structural FEA analysis types built in, SOLIDWORKS Simulation is the validation choice for designers and analysts alike.
Reduce Prototype Cost
By testing designs virtually, teams can reduce the number of physical prototypes required during development. This saves time, material cost, and engineering effort while improving confidence before production.
SOLIDWORKS Simulation Capabilities.
Key workflow areas where this solution helps teams improve productivity, accuracy, and collaboration.
Out-of-the-Box SOLIDWORKS Compatibility
SOLIDWORKS Simulation works directly inside the SOLIDWORKS Design environment, so users do not need to move between different software interfaces. CAD geometry and simulation studies remain connected, allowing design updates to be reflected quickly and analysis to be rerun with less setup effort.
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Simulation Made for Designers and Engineers
SOLIDWORKS Simulation is built for different levels of users, from designers performing first-pass validation to analysts running advanced studies. Tools like automated meshing, simulation guidance, and intuitive setup options help teams prepare models, define conditions, and review results more efficiently.
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Beyond Analysis — Sharable and Scalable
Simulation results can be reviewed, shared, and communicated with teams and stakeholders. SOLIDWORKS Simulation also connects with other SOLIDWORKS and 3DEXPERIENCE simulation solutions, helping teams scale from basic design validation to more advanced product verification when required.
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SOLIDWORKS Simulation Package Guidance.
Use this section only when package comparison is relevant. Khodiyar Infotech can help you select the right license based on your workflow.
| Feature | Standard | Professional Recommended | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3D Part Modeling | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Assembly Design | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 2D Drawings | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Design Reuse Tools | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| CAD Libraries | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Manufacturability Checks | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cost Estimation | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Photo-Realistic Rendering | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Advanced Component Libraries | — | — | ✓ |
| Design Validation | — | — | ✓ |
| Motion Analysis | — | — | ✓ |
| Routing Tools | — | — | ✓ |
| Advanced Simulation | — | — | ✓ |
| Cloud Collaboration | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Data Management Support | — | — | ✓ |
| Training and Support | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Not Sure Which Package is Right?
Khodiyar Infotech can help you compare Standard, Professional, and Premium options based on your actual workflow.
Licensing and Deployment Guidance.
Three ways to deploy SOLIDWORKS Design — pick the model that fits how your team actually works.
Individual User Access
Ideal for designers or engineers who need simulation tools for regular product validation, stress analysis, and design improvement.
- Named-user access
- Flexible usage
- Best for individual CAD users
Team / Business License
Suitable for teams that need shared validation workflows, broader simulation capabilities, and better coordination between design and engineering users.
- Team-based access
- Centralized control
- Suitable for growing design teams
Advanced Simulation Option
Best for organizations working with nonlinear behavior, dynamic loading, durability testing, complex assemblies, or advanced structural analysis requirements.
- Cloud collaboration
- Design sharing
- Better team communication
Why Buy SOLIDWORKS Through
Khodiyar Infotech?
Best for organizations working with nonlinear behavior, dynamic loading, durability testing, complex assemblies, or advanced structural analysis requirements.
Product Consultation
Understand which SOLIDWORKS Simulation package is suitable for your product validation, structural analysis, and engineering workflow needs.
License Selection
Get help choosing between Simulation Standard, Professional, and Premium based on your study types, product complexity, and team size.
Installation & Setup Support
Receive assistance with software setup, activation, add-in configuration, and onboarding so your team can begin using simulation tools with confidence.
Training & Ongoing Assistance
Khodiyar Infotech helps your team understand study setup, materials, fixtures, loads, meshing, result interpretation, and practical simulation workflows.
SOLIDWORKS Training for Better Adoption.
Software value depends on how confidently your team can use it. We provide practical training to help users improve speed, accuracy, and workflow confidence.
Beginner Training
Training for users who need to understand basic simulation setup, material assignment, fixtures, loads, meshing, and result review.
- Sketching & part modeling
- Assembly basics
- 2D drawing creation
Advanced CAD Training
Focused training for teams working with fatigue, thermal analysis, frequency studies, buckling, nonlinear analysis, motion, and advanced validation workflows.
- Practical training for design and engineering teams that need to connect CAD models, simulation studies, design changes, and validation decisions
Team Workflow Training
Train teams on shared workflows, design standards, libraries, and PDM best practices.
- Design standards\nPDM workflow basics\nLibrary & template setup
Where SOLIDWORKS Simulation is Commonly Used.
FEA, CFD, thermal studies, injection molding review, electromagnetic behavior, and design optimization.
Product Design
For checking whether product designs can handle expected loads, forces, and operating conditions.
Machine Design
For validating machine components, frames, brackets, moving assemblies, and load-bearing structures.
Automotive Components
For studying vibration, fatigue, structural strength, durability, and thermal behavior of mechanical parts.
Industrial Equipment
For testing fixtures, housings, frames, pressure components, and equipment under real operating loads.
Consumer Products
For improving product reliability, drop resistance, safety, material usage, and overall durability.
Research and Development
For comparing design options, improving early concepts, and making engineering decisions using simulation data.
Frequently Asked Questions About SOLIDWORKS Simulation.
Common questions teams ask before selecting, implementing, or training users on this solution.
01What is SOLIDWORKS Simulation?
SOLIDWORKS Simulation is an FEA-based analysis solution that helps engineers test, validate, and optimize designs directly inside the SOLIDWORKS design environment.
02Is SOLIDWORKS Simulation integrated with SOLIDWORKS?
Yes. It works inside the SOLIDWORKS workflow, allowing users to run studies directly on CAD models and update analysis when designs change.
03What types of analysis does it support?
Depending on the package, it supports linear static, fatigue, motion, thermal, frequency, buckling, pressure vessel, nonlinear, and dynamic analysis.
04Which SOLIDWORKS Simulation package is right for me?
Simulation Standard is suitable for basic validation, Professional adds broader study types, and Premium supports more advanced nonlinear and dynamic analysis needs.
05Can SOLIDWORKS Simulation reduce physical prototypes?
Yes. By testing designs virtually, teams can identify issues earlier and reduce reliance on repeated physical prototypes
06Can Khodiyar Infotech help with setup and training?
Yes. Khodiyar Infotech can help with package selection, licensing, installation, onboarding, training, and practical simulation support.
Need Help Choosing
SOLIDWORKS Simulation?
Khodiyar Infotech can help you understand licensing, implementation requirements, training options, and the right next step for your team.