Solid works 2D animation of piston movement

We can do also 2D animation in solid works. Here below a sample video of  2D animation which is done in solid works CAD software. This is a video of piston movement inside the cylinder.

Here, the animation is not so good looking. But you can make more sharp animations in solid work and also in autodesk inventor.

Creating a 2D animation of piston movement in SolidWorks requires several steps. Here's a simplified guide on how to do it:

1. Design the Piston and Cylinder: Start by creating the 2D drawings of the piston and cylinder. You can use the "Sketch" feature in SolidWorks to draw these parts. Make sure to include all the necessary dimensions.
2. Create Assembly: Once you have the drawings of the piston and cylinder, create an assembly file. In the assembly, insert both the piston and cylinder parts.
3. Define Assembly Constraints: Use the "Mate" or "Insert" tool to define the constraints between the piston and cylinder. This step is crucial for the animation to work correctly. Ensure that you create constraints that simulate the real-world movement of a piston in a cylinder.
4. Add Motion Study: To create the animation, you need to add a motion study. Go to the "Motion Study" tab and select "New Motion Study."
5. Set Keyframes: In the motion study, set keyframes to define the piston's initial and final positions. You can do this by changing the position of the piston at different points in the timeline.
6. Add Motors or Forces (if needed): If you want to animate the piston's movement realistically, you can add motors or forces to the assembly. For example, you can simulate the motion of an engine by applying a rotational motor to the crankshaft. This will make the piston move accordingly.
7. Adjust Animation Settings: Configure animation settings like the frame rate, playback speed, and duration according to your requirements.
8. Preview and Render: Use the "Calculate" button to preview your animation. If it looks correct, you can render the animation by going to "Motion Study" > "Create Animation."
9. Save and Export: Save your animation as a video file or other suitable format for your needs.
10. Review and Refine: Review your animation and make any necessary adjustments to the motion, timing, or appearance until you achieve the desired result.

Remember that SolidWorks is primarily a 3D modeling and simulation software, so creating 2D animations may not be its primary strength. If you need more complex 2D animations, you might want to consider using dedicated animation software. However, for simple piston movement animations, SolidWorks can still be a useful tool.