What's New in SOLIDWORKS 2026?

Enhancements to Structural Simulation for FEA | What's New in SOLIDWORKS 2026?

October 23, 2025

SOLIDWORKS Design 2026 makes structural simulation more intuitive and powerful, helping engineers validate complex designs with greater speed and accuracy.

Whether you're working with shells, beams, or solids, new tools simplify setup and provide clearer feedback—so you can focus on solving real-world challenges.

From rotational displacement plots to remote masses in seismic studies, simulation now offers smarter ways to replicate physical behavior through enhanced load distribution, vibration analysis, and buckling studies to give you deeper insight into structural performance.

Explore our guides and discover the Top 10 Features of SOLIDWORKS 2026 as well as tailored guidance to help you unlock the full potential of the latest release.