A new conference will explore how simulation tools help with increased demand for complexity in processes, certification, and deployment. Aerospace manufacturers and suppliers are facing an increasingly challenging and competitive marketplace as their products are becoming more complex via tighter integration of systems and cyber-physical environments. At the same time, … [Read more...] about NAFEMS seeks input on the big issues in aerospace engineering simulation
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AMD unveils new 32GB graphics board and 3ds Max plug-in
The high bandwidth board was presented at NAB running a variety of high-end graphics programs. Virtual reality is an obvious application. AMD used the recent National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) show, to announce its latest FirePro professional graphics card. AMD says the new FirePro W9100 32GB is “the world’s first workstation graphics card with ... 32GB memory … [Read more...] about AMD unveils new 32GB graphics board and 3ds Max plug-in
Cyon Research opens global survey of engineering software users
The annual survey explores technology plans of firms that use CAD, CAE, PDM, PLM, and BIM software. A copy of the results are free to qualified survey participants. Cyon Research has launched its 2015 Global Survey of Users of Engineering Software. The annual survey is open to employees of firms that use CAD, CAE, PDM, PLM, and/or BIM software for design, engineering, … [Read more...] about Cyon Research opens global survey of engineering software users
Technology historian George Dyson to keynote COFES 2014
Annual engineering think-tank conference now in its 15th year. Technology historian George Dyson will give the keynote addresses at COFES 2014: The Congress on the Future of Engineering Software, next April. Now in its 15th year, COFES is an annual invitation-only event for the design and engineering software industry. Widely recognized as a think-tank event, COFES gathers … [Read more...] about Technology historian George Dyson to keynote COFES 2014
MEA Mobile makes engineering apps free this week
A chance to test the iOS tools written by retired GE engineer Raymond Seymour. When Raymond Seymour worked as an engineer for GE, he won more than 60 US patents. Now retired, he has turned this attention to creating engineering apps for the iOS environment. So far MEA Mobile of New Haven, Connecticut has released of 10 Seymour's apps for iPhone/iPad. This week all of them … [Read more...] about MEA Mobile makes engineering apps free this week
CyDesign Studio uses 3D model to re-couple requirements management with product design
Now available in preview mode, the cloud-based platform lets engineers assess design options and continuously test against initial requirements. CyDesign Labs has unveiled a preview edition of its new cloud-based tool for model-based requirements management and early design optimization. The founders claim CyDesign Studio will allow engineers to quickly assess design options … [Read more...] about CyDesign Studio uses 3D model to re-couple requirements management with product design
ForceEffect Motion arrives on Android
Like its iOS counterpart, the free Autodesk app tests impact of motion behavior in mechanical systems with moving parts. Autodesk has released ForceEffect Motion to the Android platform, extending the reach of the free engineering conceptual simulation tool beyond Apple iOS devices. ForceEffect Motion (FFM) is designed to simplify the process of early design of moving … [Read more...] about ForceEffect Motion arrives on Android
Aveva teases customers with new plant design product vision
Details are slim but the track record suggests a bold initiative that will blend engineering data with point clouds, with an SaaS component. Plant design specialist Aveva has released a statement announcing a new software initiative. “The Future of Plant Design” is short on details but long on bravado. Given the company’s track record, there is every reason to believe it will … [Read more...] about Aveva teases customers with new plant design product vision
Autodesk extends ForceEffect to Android
The free engineering app so popular with students and pros alike is now in the Android store. When Autodesk launched ForceEffect—a free mechanical engineering conceptual simulation app—on Apple’s iOS platform last November, it was an instant hit among students, professional engineers, and hobbyists. But one comment kept appearing in social media: “I want this on Android!” It … [Read more...] about Autodesk extends ForceEffect to Android
Ansys buys Estrel Technologies for embedded systems engineering
Acquisition strengthens Ansys in simulation for mechatronics. ANSYS is acquiring Esterel Technologies, a provider of embedded software simulation solutions for mission critical applications, for approximately €42 million ($53 million). The agreement also includes retention provisions for key members of management and employees. The deal gives Ansys new technologies for … [Read more...] about Ansys buys Estrel Technologies for embedded systems engineering