3D Mechatronics Creator Lighthouse Program

What is 3D Mechatronics Creator?

3D Mechatronics Creator helps you break down silos between disciplines and accelerates innovation by seamlessly integrating mechanical, electronics, and software capabilities into a unified design experience, enabling users across domains to create mechatronics products efficiently. Benefits include the ability to:

  • Maintain a single source of truth for mechatronics designs
  • Assemble components in 3D and automatically generate product schematics in real-time
  • Shorten design time with automated 2D and 3D circuit design
  • Boost efficiency with intelligent component selection from an extensive smart library
  • Build desired system behavior by combining smart mechatronics components with integrated programming samples
  • Optimize wire routing paths and characteristics with integrated validation workflows for efficient and error-free wiring
  • Enhance scalability by creating and integrating custom smart components into your designs
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Why Test 3D Mechatronics Creator?

This is your chance to directly impact the direction of our newest product offering. SOLIDWORKS users have always been at the core of what we do, and we’re excited to include you in this next big move. Ultimately, you’re the expert on how this tool could best augment your current product development process and we want to learn from your expertise! Participating in our Lighthouse Program is just another way for you to get your voice heard, gain early access to try out our newest software, and make your mark on a brand you know and love.

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3D Mechatronics Creator Lighthouse Program

How You Benefit

If accepted into our 3D Mechatronics Creator Lighthouse Program, there are a few things you can expect. In addition to gaining early access to our new product, you will also be able to:

  • Retain the product for a period of 1 year or until the Lighthouse Program ends, whichever comes first
  • Gain exposure for your organization, if desired, through various co-marketing opportunities afforded by your participation in the Lighthouse Program such as interviews, case studies, or testimonials
  • Contribute directly to the development of a new and innovative tool for integrated mechatronics design 

                        Program Expectations

If accepted into our 3D Mechatronics Creator Lighthouse Program, there are a few expectations and criteria that will have to be met. Overall, we expect excited, enthusiastic, and open-minded participants who share the common goal of working towards creating an improved user experience for all who will use this product in the future. In order to work towards that goal some of our expectations include:

  • Selecting at least one person in your organization who will use the product in production
  • Incorporating 3D Mechatronics Creator into your real-world product development processes
  • Providing marketing assistance, which could come in the form of interviews, videos, blog posts, or case studies
  • Attending meetings with the SOLIDWORKS product team and regularly providing your honest and timely feedback on the product as you go through the program
  • Agreeing to take part in the program for the full term of the project (1 year)
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                       Application Process

The application process for the 3D Mechatronics Creator Lighthouse Program can be broken down into a few simple steps:

  1. Apply: Submit your application to the program to indicate your interest in participating. You can apply via the form found on the right-hand side of this page.
  2. Get invited: If you are selected to take part in the testing program, you will receive an invitation which further outlines the specifics of your involvement in the program.
  3. Confirm your participation: Once invited, confirm your participation, indicating your agreement to the terms of the program detailed in your official invitation. 
  4. Start testing: After confirming your participation, you’re all set to start testing! We’ll make 3D Mechatronics Creator available for use in your next project, and you can take it away from there. During this phase, you’ll have full access to the product and will be able to integrate it into your existing workflow. Throughout your testing process, you may be asked to complete surveys, attend check-in meetings, and support marketing activities as detailed in the terms for your acceptance into the program.

                  Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is a lighthouse program?
    • A lighthouse program is a way for us to give you early access to our newest product offering, in this case 3D Mechatronics Creator. Similar to other product testing programs you may have been involved with previously, the 3D Mechatronics Creator Lighthouse Program offers you the chance to test out our newest product and ultimately help us develop a tool that will best meet your needs once it’s released to a wider audience.
  • How do I become a product tester?
    • Your first step is to fill out the program’s application, which is the form located in the right-hand bar on this page. After your application is submitted, you’ll hear from us on the status of your application. If invited to participate, you’ll send us your confirmation agreeing to join the program and then you’ll be ready to start testing!
  • Will I be compensated for my participation?
    • The lighthouse program is an opt-in, voluntary program. Your reward for participating is helping to develop an improved product based on your feedback.
  • Does the testing process cost me anything?
    • There is no cost to participating in the Lighthouse Program. 
  • May I share information about the product or my experience with it on social media?
    • As participation in the program requires a completed NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement), you may not share any information about the product publicly, including on social media, throughout the testing period. If you wish to post on social media, you may do so only after you request and receive approval in writing from the product team in advance. 
  • Am I required to sign an NDA in order to participate in this program?
    • Yes, participation in this program requires a completed NDA. Once you apply, if it’s determined that you are a good fit for the program, you’ll receive further detail on the NDA and confirmation processes. 

Ready to get started? Apply today!

Fill out the form in the right-hand bar of this page to submit your application to the 3D Mechatronics Creator Lighthouse Program. We look forward to reviewing your application!

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