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Fibersim update streamlines composite product development

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The update continues the software’s automation of aligning composite engineering with other product data in CAD and PLM. Siemens PLM ...

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Autodesk acquires Allpoint for 3D LIDAR expertise

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The founder and key researchers will join Autodesk’s Reality Capture team. The technology they bring has its roots in computer ...

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Anark brings two-way 3D PDF model support to SolidWorks

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Technical Data Packages are now accessible in SolidWorks no matter what MCAD product originally created the assembly. Tablets on the ...

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Geomagic refreshes digital reality product line

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On the cusp of becoming part of 3D Systems, the 2013 product updates extends functionality deeper into scan/probe, shape editing, ...

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Smith Micro updates Manga Studio

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Four years since the last major update, Manga Studio 5 now supports 64-bit and multicore CPUs and sports a new ...

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SolidWorks Mechanical Conceptual introduced but not delivered

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Making good on promises and confirming rumors, new SolidWorks Mechanical Conceptual is based on Dassault Systèmes “3D Experience” technology. This ...

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PTC net income rises 61% on flat revenue

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Asia is the bright spot for new sales and services. A new deal with Embraer for PLM complicates Dassault Systemes ...

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Graebert to offer “convert to DraftSight” services

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Dassault’s development partner in 2D CAD offers another way to help companies wean themselves off AutoCAD. It will be an ...

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How ILM created The Hulk

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Scanning right down to Mark Ruffalo’s fingerprints, the digital magicians created a digital version of the monster/superhero in The Avengers ...

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Quantum dots headed for TVs, monitors

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Sony is using QD Vision’s nanotech optical components for increased color performance. Coming soon to a TV or monitor near ...