how to convert a solidworks file to xml file?

Good day

I'need to convert a solidworks file to xml file to export it to simscape multibody by using the function smimport, the pb is that my solidworks only gives me 3DXML file type

any idea?

thanks in advance

[Dhanush]

I use 2023 version, so not able to use plugin. any alternative?

[Yifeng Tang]

The Simscape Multibody Link Plugin is available in R2023a for SolidWorks.

https://www.mathworks.com/help/releases/R2023a/sm/cad-import.html

https://www.mathworks.com/help/releases/R2023a/sm/ug/installing-and-linking-simmechanics-link-software.html

could you please be more specific about why are you not able to use the plugin?

Answer 1

[Yifeng Tang]

You'll need a Simscape Multibody Link Plugin in SolidWorks. Here is the instruction: https://www.mathworks.com/help/physmod/smlink/ref/linking-and-unlinking-simmechanics-link-software-with-solidworks.html

Then follow the example on this page to use the Plugin to export xml for Multibody import: https://www.mathworks.com/help/physmod/smlink/ug/export-robot-assembly-from-solidworks-software.html

[amatoallah ouchen]

thanks a million!

Answer 2

[idan]

3DXML file type can use with Matlab also?