Autodesk offered a preview of its new cloud-based 3D modeling software at Autodesk University. It is the most ambitious extension of CAD into cloud technology to date, aided by the integration of T-Splines technology. Autodesk has unveiled Fusion 360, new cloud-based 3D modeling software for product design. The direct modeling product can be used from nearly any mobile … [Read more...] about Autodesk Fusion 360 takes MCAD into the cloud
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Aesthetica moves perceived quality simulation into concept design
New tools in version 4 improve the ability to make perception of quality a part of the design and engineering feedback loop. Icona Solutions today releases Aesthetica Version 4, the latest release of its high-end simulation software for perceived quality simulation and visualization for product design. It builds on earlier versions of the software to enable a continuous … [Read more...] about Aesthetica moves perceived quality simulation into concept design
Bricsys aims to expand its low-cost CAD empire
New tools for mechanical design and product data management are coming. More than 700 third-party developers now build on the BricsCAD foundation. Despite what the makers of 3D CAD modeling software like to say, the .DWG data format popularized by Autodesk still rules every design discipline. Every MCAD vendor offers some sort of 2D toolset as well as compatibility with .DWG. … [Read more...] about Bricsys aims to expand its low-cost CAD empire
Siemens PLM Software looks beyond worldwide slowdowns
There is considerable security in being owned by one of your largest customers, especially one known for taking the long view. By Kathleen Maher It might be obvious, but it’s worth repeating: the difference between high-end companies and companies serving more mainstream customer bases is the level of customer relationship. The big three high-end PLM companies—Dassault … [Read more...] about Siemens PLM Software looks beyond worldwide slowdowns
Full steam ahead for SolidWorks
The 2013 release was shown to the press last week in an event that allowed the company to take the high road, ignoring FUD thrown by others. By Randall S. Newton The latest version of SolidWorks was introduced to the press and blogger corps last week by a Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks executive team that appeared clear on its mission, seemingly unaffected by the storm of … [Read more...] about Full steam ahead for SolidWorks
Maximizing the value of an MCAD system
Studies show only a small percentage of CAD features are used by engineers. There are simple ways to increase the value of a CAD investment. [Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared on the blog “Reinventing Design,” published by PTC.] By Barb Schmitz Organizations spend significant amounts of money on their mechanical CAD systems, both in software licensing fees … [Read more...] about Maximizing the value of an MCAD system
SPEC updates Siemens NX benchmark
The new version tests NX 6 or 7 on 64-bit Windows 7.The benchmark is available at no charge from the SPEC website. SPEC, the non-profit group that creates performance evaluation benchmarking software for the technical graphics industry has released a new benchmark for Siemens PLM Software’s NX 3D CAD software. SPECapc for Siemens NX 6 runs on 64-bit Windows 7. SPEC says … [Read more...] about SPEC updates Siemens NX benchmark
PTC releases Creo the Next Generation
First full update of the MCAD suite replacing Pro/Engineer and CoCreate introduces a tenth app, for modular product design. Creo’s 2D sketch app is now available for Mac OS X. PTC today announced an update to the Creo line of MCAD apps which has replaced Pro/Engineer. All nine existing apps have been updated to version 2.0 and a tenth—Creo Options Modeler—will be released … [Read more...] about PTC releases Creo the Next Generation
SolidWorks 2012 adds costing module and large design review technology
The emphasis for this year’s update is on automating repetitive processes and pushing forward into design tasks SolidWorks users have been doing on the side. SolidWorks is adding a new costing tool as part of its 2012 upgrade of the product line. SolidWorks Costing joins existing modules for simulation and sustainability as SolidWorks looks to push forward into design tasks … [Read more...] about SolidWorks 2012 adds costing module and large design review technology
June 2007: Autodesk Inventor LT aims to be 3D design editor
Autodesk released its entry into the MCAD direct editing sweepstakes in June 2007 with the preview release of AutoCAD Inventor LT. This article from the archives of Engineering Automation Report describes the initial product. By Randall S. Newton Engineering Automation Report, June 2007—Autodesk this month launched a free “technology preview” version of Autodesk Inventor … [Read more...] about June 2007: Autodesk Inventor LT aims to be 3D design editor