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      SOLIDWORKS 2026 FD02: Performance Assistants, AI Virtual Companions & Faster CAD Workflows

      April 30, 2026

      In this episode of SOLIDWORKS Delivery Day, we explore how new AI-driven Virtual Companions and performance tools help you design faster and make better decisions in real time.

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        SOLIDWORKS Design 2026 FD02 builds on the AI-powered foundation of the 2026 release cycle, delivering faster performance, smarter workflows, and deeper design intelligence across your entire 3D CAD experience.

        In this episode of SOLIDWORKS Delivery Day, we explore how new AI-driven Virtual Companions and performance tools help you design faster and make better decisions in real time.

        🚀 What’s New in SOLIDWORKS 2026 FD02:

        ⚡ Performance & Assembly Enhancements

        • Improved assembly performance for faster rebuilds
        • Fastener simplification for lightweight, efficient models
        • Pattern performance boosts for complex designs

        🤖 AI & Virtual Companions (LEO)

        • Understand design change impact across assemblies instantly
        • Explore PLM metadata and revision history
        • Compare versions and uncover design intent

        🧠 Performance Assistant & Real-Time Guidance

        • Continuous design monitoring
        • Identify and fix issues before they slow you down
        • Smarter in-context recommendations while you work

        🔗 3DEXPERIENCE Integration

        • Access Content Explorer directly inside SOLIDWORKS
        • Faster file search and navigation in multi-user environments
        • Improved collaboration across teams and data

        📐 Drawing & Documentation Updates

        • Rotated tables for better layout control
        • Symbol favorites for faster annotation
        • Note highlighting for improved clarity

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        • What’s new in SOLIDWORKS 2026 FD02?
        • How AI is used in CAD software
        • Ways to improve assembly performance in SOLIDWORKS
        • Best workflow improvements for 3D CAD design

        This livestream gives you a complete walkthrough of the latest enhancements.

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        Sean O’Neill

        Industry Process Consultant

        Jesse Sprague

        3DEXPERIENCE Works
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