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AutoCAD 2017 supports PDF geometry, increased BIM connectivity

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The 32nd release of the world’s leading drafting software does not have a file format change. Autodesk has released the ...

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Enlighten introduces global illumination feature set for open world games

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The massive scale of such games presents unique challenges to the lighting process. ARM subsidiary Enlighten has made a significant ...

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Cyborg3D merges surface modeling with NURBS solids

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IntegrityWare takes its popular plug-in tech and build a stand-alone 3D platform for translation, design, and 3D printing. The boutique ...

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Autodesk invites activist shareholders onto board

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CEO Carl Bass warned about short-sighted activists with “simplistic views.” Two weeks later they are on the board of directors. ...

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Autodesk puts VR links into Stingray and Maya LT

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HTC Vive and Oculus Rift are now supported in Stingray. Maya LT adds more flexibility to bipedal character rigs. Everybody ...

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Toon Boom acquires Tactic Studio

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The digital asset management software will become part of the Toon Boom Animation portfolio. Toon Boom Animation has acquired Tactic ...

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Faceware Technologies upgrades entire line of markerless facial mocap

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New products and bundles are a response to high demand for a shortcut to creating VR content. Faceware Technologies today ...

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MachineWorks updates CAM-CNC simulation software

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Raytracing technology reveals surface details formerly lost during simulation viewing. CNC and CAM simulation specialist MachineWorks has updated its software ...

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High-end add-in graphics boards shipments increased in 2015

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Great games drove the market. Sales of add-in boards for computer graphics (AIBs) rose in 2015, drove by the enthusiast ...

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Autodesk and Siemens announce interoperability deal

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The two CAD leaders are already working together on the 3MF Consortium to create a new 3D printing data format. ...