


If we take a closer look at any of the solid features translated, such as Extrude3, the sketches (e.g., Sketch3 of Extrude3) of the solid features do not have complete dimensions. In general, SolidWorks is capable of importing some parts correctly and completely, especially when the solid features are relatively simple (but apparently not this gear housing part). In addition, the back plate ( Extrude1 in the browser) is translated incorrectly. As shown in Figure 6.16(b), there is one dangling sketch, Sketch8, representing the unrecognizable solid feature in addition to the chamfer feature. The converted model and features listed in the browser are shown in Figure 6.16(b). Using the option of importing solid features, SolidWorks translates 12 out of 14 features. (a) Gear housing part in Pro/ENGINEER, (b) the translated solid model and features in SolidWorks using option of importing solid features, and (c) the translated solid model in SolidWorks using option of importing geometry. Part import from Pro/ENGINEER to SolidWorks.
