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Hybrids Hot Commodity at Detroit Auto Show Hybrids Hot Commodity at Detroit Auto Show
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Many new hybrid vehicles were introduced at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, including luxury cars from Mercedes and Acura.
Green Structures Lands December Inventor of the Month Green Structures Lands December Inventor of the Month
By Brock Haroldson, ConnectPress Editor With the help of Autodesk, Green Structures has developed an energy saving ventilation system for building retrofits.
What's to Come in 2012? What's to Come in 2012?
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor According to Siemens, Autodesk, Dassault, PTC and others mobility will continue to progress in the CAD industry.
SpaceMouse Pro Review Reveals Best 3D Mouse Yet SpaceMouse Pro Review Reveals Best 3D Mouse Yet
By Rick Holets Applications Engineer Rick Holets tests out the new 3Dconnexion, SpaceMouse Pro, gives thumbs up.
Video Games and CAD Make Powerful Allies Video Games and CAD Make Powerful Allies
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Video games may offer CAD users a window into future CAD technology.
PLM Makes the World’s Biggest Telescope Possible PLM Makes the World’s Biggest Telescope Possible
One of the highlights of PLM Innovation Congress 2012 will be a chance for audiences to learn how PLM made the E-ELT a reality.
First Look: North American International Auto Show First Look: North American International Auto Show
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) hits Detroit this week. See what’s in store for the design community.
Fiat's Crowd-sourced Car Story to Debut Fiat's Crowd-sourced Car Story to Debut
Fiat will reveal details about the challenges and achievements of the project at the PLM Innovation Congress in Munich, Germany Feb. 22nd-23rd.
Top Tips for Selecting a Concept Design Tool Top Tips for Selecting a Concept Design Tool
In this webcast RKS Design shares their strategy on selecting a concept design tool.
Inventor and Beyond Inventor and Beyond
By Brock Haroldson, ConnectPress Editor ConnectPress sits down with Grant Rochelle, Autodesk senior director, manufacturing industry marketing, for a conversation on all things product design.
Break Yourself from the Tyranny of 2D Break Yourself from the Tyranny of 2D
By Brock Haroldson, ConnectPress Editor Three speakers at an Autodesk Innovation forum show how modeling can improve the world.
Keeping Your Beer Cold on Game Day Keeping Your Beer Cold on Game Day
By Mentor Graphics In this case study "Beer Fridge: a Personal Journey” Robin Bornoff explains how FloTHERM analysis software helped him build a colder mini-fridge.
The Best Workstation for Your Needs The Best Workstation for Your Needs
By Wes Shimanek, Workstation Product Manager, Intel Corporation How to choose the processor, memory, graphics, and storage technologies that can best benefit your workflows.
Tech Gift Ideas Tech Gift Ideas
By Brock Haroldson, ConnectPress Editor ConnectPress shares holiday gift ideas for the technology aficionado in your life.
New JPR Report Predicts Growth New JPR Report Predicts Growth
By Kathleen Maher The 2012 CAD report from Jon Peddie Research sees some hangover from the recession but also predicts an era of strong growth.
On Demand Webinar on Realistic Simulation On Demand Webinar on Realistic Simulation
By Adaptive Corporation SIMULIA's Realistic Simulation Solutions are helping users validate designs and ensure confidence in their analysis results.
AU 2011 Exhibit Hall Highlights AU 2011 Exhibit Hall Highlights
By Brock Haroldson, ConnectPress Editor Software and hardware that extend and enhance Autodesk products were showcased at at AU. Z Infinite debuts zSpace 3D visualization technology.
New Approach to Computational Fluid Dynamics New Approach to Computational Fluid Dynamics
By Jack Thornton, Principal, MINDFEED Marcomm Informative Design Partners confronts analysis challenges with its Collaborative Consulting model.
Autodesk Unveils New Cloud-based PLM Product Autodesk Unveils New Cloud-based PLM Product
By Brock Haroldson, ConnectPress editor Anti-PLM until now, Autodesk jumps into the world of Product Lifecycle Mangement (PLM) with a new cloud-based solution, Autodesk 360 for PLM.
Autodesk University General Session Keynote Autodesk University General Session Keynote
By Brock Haroldson, ConnectPress Editor In the General Session Keynote Jeff Kowalski talks about what he called waves of technology disruption and Carl Bass comments on PLM.
Autodesk Executives Discuss Opportunities in CAD Autodesk Executives Discuss Opportunities in CAD
By Brock Haroldson, ConnectPress Editor Views on the cloud in CAD and more were shared at media briefings at Autodesk University.
3Dconnexion Introduces the SpaceMouse Pro 3Dconnexion Introduces the SpaceMouse Pro
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor The SpaceMouse Pro is the latest in 3Dconnexion’s line-up of 3D mice and features the ability to add functionality using an onscreen interface.
GPDIS Attendees Take Interoperability Head On GPDIS Attendees Take Interoperability Head On
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Industry professionals group up to defeat data migration challenges at the Boeing/Northrop Grumman Global Product Data Interoperability Summit.
Versatile New Products from Contex Versatile New Products from Contex
By Brock Haroldson, ConnectPress Editor Beta testers share feedback on large format scanner manufacturer Contex’s new products in a recent press briefing from Contex.
Malaysia Based Company Uses Inventor in Façade Designs Malaysia Based Company Uses Inventor in Façade Designs
By Brock Haroldson, ConnectPress Editor PMB Façade was recently named Inventor of the month for their work on innovative projects like the Tornado Tower and a floating SkyPark.
Survey: Improvements in Design-analysis Interoperability Survey: Improvements in Design-analysis Interoperability
By David A. Prawel, Ph. D. Founder & President, Longview Advisors Inc However, cost and waste resulting from poor collaboration and interoperability practices continue to plague global manufacturing productivity.
Speakers At CIMdata Conference Detail PLM Successes Speakers At CIMdata Conference Detail PLM Successes
By Jack Thornton, Principal, MINDFEED Marcomm What the 200-plus attendees experienced at the 18th annual PLM Road Map conference October 4 & 5 in Ann Arbor, Mich.
Beyond Design for Assembly Beyond Design for Assembly
By Rahul Rajadhyaksha, Geometric This whitepaper discusses the issues that afflict designers such as clearance requirements and alignment checks.
CSI CEO Joe McBurnie's Philosophy on Ease of Use CSI CEO Joe McBurnie's Philosophy on Ease of Use
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Joe McBurnie talks about his career from the technical drawing board to CEO of CSI and why easy to use systems are so important.
Secure Customer/Supplier Access to Real-time Data Secure Customer/Supplier Access to Real-time Data
This webinar shows how CSI's data management solution DesignDataManager (DDM) can help deliver projects on time and on budget.
Secure Customer/Supplier Access to Real-time Data
This webinar shows how CSI's data management solution DesignDataManager (DDM) can help deliver projects on time and on budget.
Online Tools Let Users Work Almost Anywhere Online Tools Let Users Work Almost Anywhere
By Brock Haroldson, ConnectPress Editor Autodesk Cloud is now available for Autodesk subscribers.
Software Combo Makes Plant Design Easier Software Combo Makes Plant Design Easier
By Brock Haroldson, Connect Press Editor Autodesk described the various suite features of the recently announced Autodesk Plant Suite 2012 in a webcast for the media.
SolarSinter 3D Printer Powered by the Sun and Desert Sand SolarSinter 3D Printer Powered by the Sun and Desert Sand
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Markus Kayser has created a 3D printer that is powered by sunlight and uses desert sand to create simple items.
Can Custom Manufacturing be a Mass Market Can Custom Manufacturing be a Mass Market
Geomagic, Bespoke Innovations and others talk about how custom manufacturing has potential to change the products we buy and use every day.
Can Custom Manufacturing be a Mass Market Can Custom Manufacturing be a Mass Market
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Geomagic, Bespoke Innovations and others talk about how custom manufacturing has potential to change the products we buy and use every day.
Five Workstation Performance Drivers Five Workstation Performance Drivers
By Wes Shimanek, Workstation product Manager, Intel Corporation What are the factors that make up a good CAD workstation?
Affordability is Big Request in Large Format Printing Affordability is Big Request in Large Format Printing
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor The industry is shifting toward more internet based solutions as customers move away from outsourcing and look for affordability.
The Next Five Years for PLM The Next Five Years for PLM
By Peter A. Bilello, President of CIMdata, Inc. CIMdata President Peter Bilello discusses where PLM is headed, including his prediction on the parity of PLM and ERP.
Optimize Early Design Decisions with Trade-Off Analysis Optimize Early Design Decisions with Trade-Off Analysis
By PTC Learn how Mathcad can help you conduct early design studies and trade-off analyses to develop high-quality, cost-effective product designs.
Autodesk Delivers AutoCAD 2012 for Mac Autodesk Delivers AutoCAD 2012 for Mac
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor Autodesk shares preview with the media on the new AutoCAD 2012 line for Mac, including AutoCAD WS for Mac and AutoCAD LT for Mac.
Enventix Voices Experience with Digital Prototyping Software Enventix Voices Experience with Digital Prototyping Software
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Renewable energy company Enventix has created a system that generates energy from waste products with the help of Autodesk’s Inventor software.
Where Social Product Engineering Stands Today Where Social Product Engineering Stands Today
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Analysts Jim Brown, Chad Jackson and Bill Boswell discuss the place that social networking occupies in today’s engineering organizations.
Reevaluating Risk Analysis in 2011 Reevaluating Risk Analysis in 2011
By Robb Knock, Regional Director, SimuTech Group Inc. An examination of how risk analysis has evolved in the face of recent disasters and world events.
Traditional Approaches to Risk Analysis Traditional Approaches to Risk Analysis
By Robb Knock, Regional Director, SimuTech Group Inc. A discussion of the core principles behind risk analysis and utilizing specialized tools.
Complying with Aerospace Requirements for Model Validation Complying with Aerospace Requirements for Model Validation
By CT Core Technologies This webinar covers how aerospace manufacturers are using CT Core's 3D_Analyzer for comparing models and 3d_Evolution for modifying models.
Technical Review of MCAD Data Migration Technical Review of MCAD Data Migration
By CT Core Technologies, Inc. In this webinar CT Core Technologies demonstrates how 3D_Evolution© was used in one of the largest migrations from CAD ‘A’ to CAD ‘B’.
Analysis and Simulation Vendors See Adoption by New Fields Analysis and Simulation Vendors See Adoption by New Fields
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor New industries such as life sciences and alternative energy continue to take notice of the importance of analysis and simulation software.
A CIMdata Review on Computational Fluid Dynamics A CIMdata Review on Computational Fluid Dynamics
By CIMdata This paper provides CIMdata’s perspective on Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis; plus describes Mentor Graphics’ FloEFD CFD solution.
What Does the Cloud Mean for PLM? What Does the Cloud Mean for PLM?
By Jim Chilton, CIO-Americas, Dassault Systèmes When analyzed closely, the benefits of cloud-based PLM practices are led by accessibility, collaboration and security.
An Inside Look at 3DCIC An Inside Look at 3DCIC
By Paul W. Downing, Vice President, PROSTEP INC PROSTEP's VP, Paul W. Downing, gives readers a rundown of the 2011 3D Collaboration and Interoperability Congress.
Dress Up Your Designs for Ultimate Visualization Dress Up Your Designs for Ultimate Visualization
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor Get your point across clearly with the help of these rendering and visualization solutions.
Autodesk Aims to Tighten Up Customer-VAR Relationship Autodesk Aims to Tighten Up Customer-VAR Relationship
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor At last month's Autodesk Global Channel Summit the media got to hear about Autodesk's efforts for strengthening their Channel Partner Program.
5 Myths of Cost Estimating 5 Myths of Cost Estimating
By MTI Systems Get a close-up look at what is fact and what is fiction when it comes to cost estimating.
Understanding Fused Deposition Modeling Understanding Fused Deposition Modeling
By Growit3D In this video melted material is extruded through a small nozzle depositing production grade ABS or Polycarbonate material in the shape of the part.
Prepare Your Templates for Inventor 2012 Prepare Your Templates for Inventor 2012
By Jonathan Landeros, KETIV In this tip users learn how to migrate their templates from a previous release of Inventor to Inventor 2012.
Defining and Delivering Clean Technology Defining and Delivering Clean Technology
By Susan Gladwin, Autodesk A look at the clean tech design movement and Autodesk's clean tech Partner Program, including company's innovating in this area.
Portable Habitat Manufacturer Expands Thanks to Inventor Portable Habitat Manufacturer Expands Thanks to Inventor
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Weatherhaven discusses the improvements to their design processes after incorporating digital prototyping three years ago.
Viewing CAD from a New Angle Viewing CAD from a New Angle
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor NVIDIA’s 3D Vision stereoscopic 3D technology offers CAD professionals a way to visualize their designs in depth, offering greater context.
3D Formats in the Field of Engineering — a Comparison 3D Formats in the Field of Engineering — a Comparison
By Prostep This White Paper provides serves as an orientation guide for identifying which 3D format is the more appropriate for a given use case.
Understanding Product Costs Understanding Product Costs
By Nilesh Kauthekar, Geometric A look at "Should Costing," a system for understanding a product's total cost by tracking the amount spent on manufacturing, materials and overhead.
HP Workstations are Light on Weight and on Budgets HP Workstations are Light on Weight and on Budgets
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor A look at some of the upcoming workstations that MCAD and AEC users can look forward to.
CT Core Technologies Webinar: 3D_Evolution 2011 CT Core Technologies Webinar: 3D_Evolution 2011
By CT Core Technologies In this webcast CT Core Technologies demonstrates the newest version of its conversion engine, 3D_Evolution 2011.
What’s New in Inventor 2012? What’s New in Inventor 2012?
Mark Flayler, IMAGINiT Technologies Mark Flayler goes over key features of Inventor 2012 by providing a hands-on view of videos.
The Medical Industry Puts 3D to Good Use The Medical Industry Puts 3D to Good Use
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor A look at how various 3D technologies are being popularized by the medical industry for forensic research, dental work and prosthetics.
Autodesk Announces New Design Suites at Virtual Event Autodesk Announces New Design Suites at Virtual Event
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor This year Autodesk packages their 2012 design tools to create a more complete design experience, delivered on a thumb drive for easy installation.
Dell Wants You to Know Before You Buy Dell Wants You to Know Before You Buy
This selection of articles was hand-picked to provide an overview of the benefits of owning a workstation and bring you up to speed on the market.
Creating the Next Generation of Wind Blades Creating the Next Generation of Wind Blades
By Olivier Guillermin, Director of Product and Market Strategy, VISTAGY, Inc. A look at what companies can do to start creating a new era of bigger and better wind blades.
Working Toward A Better Understanding of Lean Practices Working Toward A Better Understanding of Lean Practices
By Nikhil Shintre, Geometric This whitepaper discusses 'Lean' to continuously enhance product and manufacturing engineering processes.
DraftSight Delivers DWG for Free DraftSight Delivers DWG for Free
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Dassault Systèmes talks about their target goal with their new 2D drawing tool, DraftSight, and how clients are adapting so far.
Understanding the Collaboration & Interoperability Market Understanding the Collaboration & Interoperability Market
By Longview Advisors This market report by Longview Advisors discusses their discoveries on the state of collaboration and interoperability in 2010.
Changing Businesses with the Cloud Changing Businesses with the Cloud
By Peter Schroer, Aras Peter Schroer discusses how cloud computing can be used to manage information resources.
Footsteps in Cloud Computing Technology Footsteps in Cloud Computing Technology
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor A look at companies who have joined the bandwagon and taken their technology to the cloud including analysis, collaboration, rendering and CAD vendors.
Getting the Most from Engineering Projects Getting the Most from Engineering Projects
The Aberdeen Group presents a summary of findings from a new research paper explaining how companies can keep engineering projects running smoothly.
How to Collaborate Successfully on a Global Scale How to Collaborate Successfully on a Global Scale
By Rahul Rajadhyaksha, Geometric This white paper discusses how organizations can ensure they are ready for the realities of a global operation.
Why a Digital Workbench is Essential to Stay Competitive Why a Digital Workbench is Essential to Stay Competitive
By Randall S. Newton, Author This white paper discusses how a digital workbench delivers performance benefits, enables new workflows, and improves user productivity.
How the Apparel and Footwear Industry is Cashing in on PLM How the Apparel and Footwear Industry is Cashing in on PLM
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor A look at how the fashion industry has rapidly been adopting PLM systems and taking advantage of other technology, such as CAM and 3D printing.
Reduce the Overhead and Headache of Managing Data Reduce the Overhead and Headache of Managing Data
By Concurrent Systems Inc. Get an overview of DesignDataManager in this webcast and see how you can spend less time managing data and more time being innovative.
AutoCAD 2011 and HP Z Workstation Productivity Study AutoCAD 2011 and HP Z Workstation Productivity Study
By David Cohn A comparison of AutoCAD 2008 and AutoCAD 2011 running on HP xw4600 and HPZ200 workstations using NVIDIA Quadro graphics.
Maximize Performance with these New Analysis Tools Maximize Performance with these New Analysis Tools
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor A look at some of the recent updates to toolsets for analysis and simulation users including offerings from ANSYS, MSC and Mentor Graphics.
Grow Your Own Parts Additively with Multi-Material Polyjet Grow Your Own Parts Additively with Multi-Material Polyjet
By GROWit This first episode demonstrates the multi-material polyjet technology offered by GROWit.
Is There More to PLM than Just CAD? Is There More to PLM than Just CAD?
By Joe Barkai, Manufacturing Insights Joe Barkai of Manufacturing Insights explains how PLM can evolve beyond its CAD origins.
Making Collaboration Portable Making Collaboration Portable
By James Rodden, Ubermind Inc. In this audio presentation readers learn how 3D web content can be leveraged on mobile devices.
Linking Business Strategy to Technical Execution Linking Business Strategy to Technical Execution
By IBM This white paper describes a solution and approach to help organizations take winning ideas and turn them into successful product portfolios.
Simulation Tools Provide Long-Term Payoff Simulation Tools Provide Long-Term Payoff
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor With more and more of MasterGraphics’ customers switching to 3D platforms, simulation tools are an important element to consider.
ConnectPress’ Best Of Consumer Products ConnectPress’ Best Of Consumer Products
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor ConnectPress celebrates the holidays by honoring some of the hottest companies cranking out innovative consumer products.
Green Jobs Market Continues to Look Positive Green Jobs Market Continues to Look Positive
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Brad Collins, national campaign director for SOLAR NATION, explains how the green jobs market is progressing in late 2010.
Green Collar Jobs Provide Hope in this Economy Green Collar Jobs Provide Hope in this Economy
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor A look at the manufacturing and AEC green jobs sector that is being developed and how it will help combat unemployment.
Ford Leverages Collaboration to Help Endure Economic Crisis Ford Leverages Collaboration to Help Endure Economic Crisis
By Richard Riff, Ford Motor Company In this presentation Richard Riff explains how Ford Motor Company is using PDM-type solutions to help mitigate the current economic crisis.
Collaboration is Still a Challenge for Aerospace Industry Collaboration is Still a Challenge for Aerospace Industry
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor ConnectPress consults with three aerospace industry experts to learn about the challenges of aerospace design.
SpaceClaim’s Approach to Complex-free Design SpaceClaim’s Approach to Complex-free Design
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor SpaceClaim co-founder Blake Courter explains how the company’s software is targeted to help engineers design without added complications.
All Good Things Must Come to an End: AU 2010 All Good Things Must Come to an End: AU 2010
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor AU 2010 closes out with themes centered around cloud computing, BIM and sustainable design.
Autodesk Customers Headline Autodesk University Keynote Autodesk Customers Headline Autodesk University Keynote
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Autodesk lets customers who are making serious impacts in major world-wide issues have center stage for the majority of the opening keynote.
How Companies Across the Globe are Applying Specifications How Companies Across the Globe are Applying Specifications
By James Martin, President Jotne North America In this presentation Jim Martin explains how the AP239/PLCS specifications are being leveraged by companies throughout the world.
NREL Gives Cleantech Startups a Shot at the Big Time NREL Gives Cleantech Startups a Shot at the Big Time
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor This year’s 23rd Industry Growth Forum included 38 competitors, 3 of which took home cash awards and commercial support from NREL.
5 Reasons Why Digital Prototyping Improves Plastic Designs 5 Reasons Why Digital Prototyping Improves Plastic Designs
By Keith Perrin, Autodesk Senior Industry Manager See what Autodesk has to say about the benefits of digital prototyping in plastic product design.
Aligning Business Objectives with Engineering Deliverables Aligning Business Objectives with Engineering Deliverables
A Webinar by IBM Learn how to overcome rapid technological changes, shorten product lifecycles and turn innovative ideas into profitable business opportunities.
Stimulating Early Development of Manufacturing Processes Stimulating Early Development of Manufacturing Processes
By G.M. Westig, Northrop-Grumman Technical Services This presentation outlines eight case studies demonstrating the effectiveness of the Defense-Wide Manufacturing Science and Technology Program.

12 Document Management Problems You Can Solve in Weeks 12 Document Management Problems You Can Solve in Weeks
A Webinar by Synergis Software Synergis Software explains how Adept can solve the most challenging document management problems in a short period of time.
Why Leading Companies Choose 3d_Evolution for Collaboration Why Leading Companies Choose 3d_Evolution for Collaboration
By CT CoreTechnologie Learn how 3D_Evolution's Model Compare module allows users to validate their CAD data's geometric accuracy without the need for a CAD license.
Leveraging a PLM Infrastructure Leveraging a PLM Infrastructure
By Rick Mihelic, Peterbilt Motors Company In this case study readers learn how Peterbilt Motors Company is progressing in their overall implementation of a PLM infrastructure.
Concurrent CFD Boosts Automotive Design Productivity Concurrent CFD Boosts Automotive Design Productivity
By Mentor Graphics This white paper discusses how mechanical design teams can accelerate the design process and increase their productivity with CFD.
Mission Critical for Next-Generation Aerospace Design Mission Critical for Next-Generation Aerospace Design
By Mentor Graphics This paper explains how Concurrent Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) technology has become a cornerstone for aerospace mechanical design today.
Accelerate Mechanical Design with Embedded Flow Simulation Accelerate Mechanical Design with Embedded Flow Simulation
By Mentor Graphics This white paper describes the philosophy and key technologies behind a new breed of CFD software known as Engineering Fluid Dynamics (EFD).
Choosing an Effective Grid System for CFD Meshing Choosing an Effective Grid System for CFD Meshing
By Mentor Graphics This paper discusses why automated adaptive meshing is advantageous and how new designs can be meshed most effectively.
Concurrent CFD for Electronics Cooling Applications Concurrent CFD for Electronics Cooling Applications
A Webinar by Mentor Graphics This web seminar will show you how to prepare a model for analysis, analyze it and then evaluate the results.
CFD Analysis for MCAD Designers - Better Products, Faster CFD Analysis for MCAD Designers - Better Products, Faster
By Mentor Graphics and CIMdata In this web seminar CIMdata will discuss recent industry trends and business drivers for mechanical product companies.
Tamra Muir Encourages Other Women to Embrace the Channel Tamra Muir Encourages Other Women to Embrace the Channel
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Read about what Autodesk’s Senior Director of Distribution and Alliances’ lure to the sector is and how her focus on e-learning will benefit partners.
Will Crowdsourcing Fly in the Engineering Community Will Crowdsourcing Fly in the Engineering Community
By Christian DeNeef, Fast Track Consulting In this audio presentation listeners learn how crowdsourcing, which includes input from many sources, will affect the engineering industry.
Project Lightning Becomes Creo, a New Open Design Platform Project Lightning Becomes Creo, a New Open Design Platform
By John Myers. ConnectPress Editor PTC has finally revealed its much discussed Project Lightning as a new open design platform titled "Creo."
How Enterprise Verification Management Can Help You How Enterprise Verification Management Can Help You
By IBM This white paper addresses the multidimensional challenges posed by verification management and offers a compelling solution.
Four Key Strategies for Smarter Products Four Key Strategies for Smarter Products
A White Paper by IBM Get the top four ways your organization can use an integrated product management process to thrive on a smarter planet in this informative paper.
The Foundation of Success in Complex Systems The Foundation of Success in Complex Systems
A White Paper by IBM This white paper looks at a number of key techniques to optimize the systems engineering process and ensure project success.
Turning Product Development into Competitive Advantage Turning Product Development into Competitive Advantage
A White Paper by IBM Learn best practices for building smarter products with Integrated Product Management.
Why PDM is a Mission Critical Initiative Why PDM is a Mission Critical Initiative
By Jim Brown, President of Tech-Clarity This paper looks at how to get engineering data securely under control and make it easily accessible to those who need it.
Advice on Implementing Next Generation PLM Advice on Implementing Next Generation PLM
By Rick Stavanja, Wagstaff A look at how companies can survive the experience of instituting a system-wide PLM transition.
How Value-Added Resellers are Evolving How Value-Added Resellers are Evolving
By Monica Schnitger, Schnitger Corporation Monica Schnitger discusses how VARs are finding ways to adapt to the modern marketplace.
Avoiding Sticky PLM Situations Avoiding Sticky PLM Situations
By Jennifer McCullough, Director of the Aras Community Peter Schroer explains why companies have problems with their PLM systems and how they can solve those problems.
Strategy and Standards at Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Strategy and Standards at Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
In this audio presentation listeners learn how Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation maintains long-term product lifecycles.
Accelerate ROI with Design-Integrated Simulation Accelerate ROI with Design-Integrated Simulation
A Webinar by Dassault Systèmes In this webinar Dassault Systèmes discusses how to achieve product development and business goals with design-integrated realistic simulation.
These Large Format Printers Streamline the Workflow These Large Format Printers Streamline the Workflow
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Canon, HP, Xerox and Océ offer new large format printing solutions to assist AEC and MCAD industries.
Evaluating 3D Printers by Cost and Features Evaluating 3D Printers by Cost and Features
By Todd Grimm, T.A. Grimm and Associates T.A. Grimm and Associates break down many of the industry's leading 3D printers by cost and features.
Industry Retires Old School Reference of Rapid Prototyping Industry Retires Old School Reference of Rapid Prototyping
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Analysts Terry Wohlers and Todd Grimm talk about changes in the rapid prototyping industry despite slow growth and how that could be about to change.
Custom Product Manufacturing Creates New Business Models Custom Product Manufacturing Creates New Business Models
By Terry Wohlers, Wohlers Associates Terry Wohlers talks about how additive manufacturing is opening up new possibilities for makers of custom parts.
Simulation Proves Critical for Calibration of Mars Lander Simulation Proves Critical for Calibration of Mars Lander
Submitted by ANSYS In this case study readers learn how ANSYS's simulation tools proved critical to the proper maintenance of the Phoenix Mars Lander.
Find the Best Ways to Returns on Simulation Solutions Find the Best Ways to Returns on Simulation Solutions
By Bruce Jenkins, Ora Research Bruce Jenkins of Ora Research discusses what is happening in the world of simulation technology and features that are working best for businesses.
A Serious Look at Sustainable Design A Serious Look at Sustainable Design
By Marc Halpern, Gartner Marc Halpern explains the realities involved with long term implementations of sustainable design solutions.
PLM Without Long Deployment Schedules PLM Without Long Deployment Schedules
By Steve Wolfe, Cyon Research Steve Wolfe talks about how business realties are changing once acceptable standards for PLM.
What’s Happening with Mechatronics? What’s Happening with Mechatronics?
By Don Brown, CPDA Chairman CPDA founder Don Brown explains to readers what the can expect from the world of Mechatronics.
Are We Ready for Cloud-based Services? Are We Ready for Cloud-based Services?
By Allan Behrens, Taxal Limited Allan Behrens of Taxal Limited explains what the industry needs to do to be ready for cloud-based services.

See Additive Manufacturing in Action
Michal Neil of GROWit shows readers the basics of 3D printing and additive manufacturing.
Pt. 3 of PDM Expert Series- Success of a Federation Project Pt. 3 of PDM Expert Series- Success of a Federation Project
A Webcast by PROSTEP This session takes a deeper dive on technology and architecture considerations that may influence the success of a federation project.
Protect Intellectual Property with the Click of a Button Protect Intellectual Property with the Click of a Button
A Webinar by CT CoreTechnologie This webinar provides an overview and Q & A on CT Core's conversion software, 3D_Evolution and the Geometry Simplification for IP protection module.

Listen to the CPDA PLM Roadmap Keynote Today! Listen to the CPDA PLM Roadmap Keynote Today!
By Bruce Powel Douglass, IBM Bruce Powel Douglass, author of Real-Time Agility, talks about how agile methods have had a tremendous impact on the development of embedded software.
CPDA PLM Roadmap 2010 Keynote Part Two Featuring Penske CPDA PLM Roadmap 2010 Keynote Part Two Featuring Penske
By Stephen Pickett, Penske Listen to this webinar where Stephen Pickett shares examples of how relationships with companies like PTC help get their cars in the victory lane.
Pt. 2 of PDM Expert Series: Engineering Integration Success Pt. 2 of PDM Expert Series: Engineering Integration Success
A Webcast by PROSTEP This session explores real life examples of each of the core integration strategies; replication, migration, and federation.
Geometric Search Enhances Product Development Geometric Search Enhances Product Development
By CIMdata This CIMdata brief examines Sconce Solutions Bingo!, a geometric search capabilities tool, and how it supports knowledge capture and reuse capability.
How Ford Motor Company Handles Sustainability How Ford Motor Company Handles Sustainability
By Richard Riff, Ford Motor Company Richard Riff discusses Ford's sustainability strategy, where they think PLM plays an important role.
The Next Step in PLM for SMBs The Next Step in PLM for SMBs
By Chad Jackson Chad Jackson discusses if it is possible for SMBs to get the next increment in value from PLM without extensive customization.
COFES 2010 Features Q & A on Autodesk Products COFES 2010 Features Q & A on Autodesk Products
By Teresa Anania, Autodesk Industry Management Director Autodesk was on hand at this year's Congress On the Future of Engineering Software conference to answer questions about their CAD software. Listen in!
Improving Communication Amongst Analysis and Test Engineers Improving Communication Amongst Analysis and Test Engineers
By Steve Wolfe, Senior Analyst, Cyon Research In this presentation Steve Wolfe discusses how businesses can improve communication between the analysis and test engineering side of an operation.
Experts Breakdown COFES Presentation Experts Breakdown COFES Presentation
By Omid Moghadam A panel of experts attending COFES discuss Omid Moghadam's keynote presentation.
Part 1 of PROSTEP Federation Expert Series Now Available Part 1 of PROSTEP Federation Expert Series Now Available
A Webcast by PROSTEP Part 1 focuses on the various approaches of PDM management including replication, migration and federation.
Digital Prototyping Helps Facilitate Energy Management Digital Prototyping Helps Facilitate Energy Management
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor West Hills Construction uses Autodesk Inventor to design and optimize energy management systems for large facilities looking to offset utility costs.
The Potential of Model-Based Definitions The Potential of Model-Based Definitions
By Paul Huang, Army Research Laboratory and Simon Frechette, National Institute of Standards and Technology In this presentation users learn how reusing model-based definitions can help organizations reduce the time and cost of a product’s lifecycle.
Avoid PLM Woes with PLM Leadership Program Avoid PLM Woes with PLM Leadership Program
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor An interview with CIMdata President Peter Bilello on the research firm's PLM Leadership certification program.
Autodesk Training Essentials Autodesk Training Essentials
Compiled by ConnectPress Learn about Autodesk's training offerings, including certifications and some of the most sought after classes available from the company.
Standout with these Training Options for the Modern Engineer Standout with these Training Options for the Modern Engineer
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Get well versed in your industry with training options and certifications, thanks to organizations like the National Society of Professional Engineers.
Z Corp. Introduces New 3D Printers Starting at $14,900 Z Corp. Introduces New 3D Printers Starting at $14,900
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor A look at the new ZPrinter 150 (monochrome) and ZPrinter 250 (multicolor) 3D printers, and Z Corp.’s company vision.
The PLM Transformation as Covered at the CPDA PLM Road Map The PLM Transformation as Covered at the CPDA PLM Road Map
By CPDA This year’s conference focuses on the need to address growing complexity and the need for integration, with emphasis on simulation and mechatronics.
Using 3D Visualization to Expand Business Potential Using 3D Visualization to Expand Business Potential
Dan Armour, Joy Mining Machinery In this presentation Dan Armour of Joy Mining Machinery talks about how his organization has expanded a number of its capabilities by using of 3D.
Simulating and Optimizing Heat Transfer Simulating and Optimizing Heat Transfer
By Mentor Graphics In this on-demand webinar the presenter discusses the complexities of designing and integrating cooling into injection molds while managing heat.
Including Non-Specialists in Product Development, Really? Including Non-Specialists in Product Development, Really?
A recent blog post discusses the potential and the drawbacks of a new design approach called crowdsourcing considered in product development.
Additive Manufacturing Official Term for New Decade Additive Manufacturing Official Term for New Decade
By Terry Wohlers, Wohlers Associates Terry Wohlers talks about how additive manufacturing has been declared the official term when referring to rapid prototyping.
Heatsink 201 - Even More About Heatsink Design Heatsink 201 - Even More About Heatsink Design
By Mentor Graphics This webinar focuses on practical issues in the design of heatsinks and optimization strategies to achieve the most appropriate heatsink design.
Lessons Learned in Computer-aided Engineering Lessons Learned in Computer-aided Engineering
By George Wong, Boeing This presentation from CIC 2010 discusses whether the design engineer or an analyst should be responsible for analysis testing.
Interoperability Tools See Incremental Updates in 2010 Interoperability Tools See Incremental Updates in 2010
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor ConnectPress looks at the latest developments and trends in the collaboration and interoperability market place.
A Review of Manufacturing Quality Interoperability Efforts A Review of Manufacturing Quality Interoperability Efforts
By John Horst, NIST and DMSC A look at interoperability progress in quality control functions in this presentation from the Collaboration and Interoperability Congress 2010.
Automate Engineering and Accelerate Sales with KBMax Automate Engineering and Accelerate Sales with KBMax
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Find out how KBMax Configurator can save time by automating quotes, BOMs, office documentation and more.
Heatsink 101: Everything You Ever Wanted To Know Heatsink 101: Everything You Ever Wanted To Know
By Mentor Graphics This web seminar will focus on how heatsinks work and how to design a heatsink while considering all the critical factors.
Vindby Breezes through Regulations with Digital Prototypes Vindby Breezes through Regulations with Digital Prototypes
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Wind energy company Vindby, discusses how it was able to address difficult government regulations with digital prototyping.
Collaboration & Interoperability Session Kickoff Collaboration & Interoperability Session Kickoff
By Doug Cheney, Solution Manager ITI TranscenData This month we launch the first of many sessions from the Collaboration & Interoperability Congress 2010, starting with one on CAD model validation.
Multiple Prototypes with One System Multiple Prototypes with One System
Learn about how the Objet Connex prototyping system can create parts with multiple materials.
CAM Continues to Mature and Meet Market Demands CAM Continues to Mature and Meet Market Demands
A report from Cambashi discusses how CAM has continued to evolve and adapt to new market necessities.
CAM Software Leaders Vent About Industry Growth & Direction CAM Software Leaders Vent About Industry Growth & Direction
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor A look at how some of the leading companies in the CAM industry are focusing their strategies in 2010.
What You Should Know Before Investing in CAM Software What You Should Know Before Investing in CAM Software
By Sescoi Sescoi’s new “Investing in CAM Software” guide helps engineers examine their motives for investing in CAD/CAM software.
ECO’s: 30 Minutes Will Change Your ECO Process ECO’s: 30 Minutes Will Change Your ECO Process
By ConnectPress and Concurrent Systems ConnectPress and Concurrent Systems offer this on-demand webinar to help make commercial decisions regarding your data management needs.
What do the World’s Leading Companies Know that You Don’t? What do the World’s Leading Companies Know that You Don’t?
By Tom Gill, TAG Consulting Find out why Textron and other Fortune 500 Companies have moved to Aras Enterprise Open Source PLM Software.
Turning Strategy into Success Turning Strategy into Success
A Whitepaper by IBM How best in class companies make optimizing their processes for strategy determination, innovation and portfolio management their top priority.
Breaking the Mold with ANSYS Breaking the Mold with ANSYS
By Gary Latham, Design Office Manager, Pratt & Miller Engineering ANSYS helps automotive manufacturer Pratt & Miller Engineering solve their pedal cracking issues in this case study.
Students Use Tools Like FloEFD in Design Challenge Students Use Tools Like FloEFD in Design Challenge
By Mentor Graphics From September - March high schools participated in the nationally accepted STEM initiative, the Real World Design Challenge.
Power up your CAD Processes with the Latest Workstations Power up your CAD Processes with the Latest Workstations
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Here are some of the workstation, processor and graphics cards options to help you maximize your workflow.
Workstations: Do They Still Hold their Niche? Workstations: Do They Still Hold their Niche?
Compiled By ConnectPress Regardless of the economy, workstations continue to hold their niche in making it easier for users to have a smooth CAD experience.
Ensuring the Next Generation of Women Engineers Ensuring the Next Generation of Women Engineers
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Karen Panetta discusses her role as Chair for the IEEE Women in Engineering Committee to keep women involved in engineering.
CAD Society Promotes Growth in Engineering Fields CAD Society Promotes Growth in Engineering Fields
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor CAD Society President Rachael Dalton-Taggart talks about her role and what goals the organization is focusing on in 2010.
Video on Inventor Internal Flow Setup with CFdesign Video on Inventor Internal Flow Setup with CFdesign
By Blue Ridge Numerics Inventor and CFdesign integrate together to provide design engineers with a proven CAD-Driven simulation tool for an internal flow setup.
Inventor Electronics Cooling Setup with CFDesign Inventor Electronics Cooling Setup with CFDesign
By Blue Ridge Numerics In this video Blue Ridge Numerics provides an understanding of how Inventor and CFdesign integrate together to conduct an electronics cooling setup.
A Solution for Solving Flow and Thermal Management Problems A Solution for Solving Flow and Thermal Management Problems
By Blue Ridge Numerics Watch a video on how CFdesign can help you make better fluid flow design decisions.
Electronics Cooling Design Study Electronics Cooling Design Study
By Blue Ridge Numerics Watch a video on how CFdesign can help you make better electronics cooling design decisions.
How Much Can Your Company Save with Upfront CFD How Much Can Your Company Save with Upfront CFD
By Blue Ridge Numerics Blue Ridge Numerics shares ROI data from hundreds of companies using CFdesign computational fluid dynamics software.
The Benefits of Upfront Computational Fluid Dynamics The Benefits of Upfront Computational Fluid Dynamics
Compiled by ConnectPress Find out why CFdesign could be a great fit for your company in this collection of articles and videos.
KBMax Helps Streamline Operations and Eliminate Repetition KBMax Helps Streamline Operations and Eliminate Repetition
By Citius Corporation KBMax may just be the solution the manufacturing industry needs in order to lower costs and improve product quality.
Systems Engineering- What You Need to Know from 5 Experts Systems Engineering- What You Need to Know from 5 Experts
Compiled by ConnectPress ConnectPress and IBM have hand-picked a collection of articles to help you get familiar with systems engineering and start increasing productivity.
Improving Traceability and Auditability Improving Traceability and Auditability
Submitted by IBM Learn how businesses can improve traceability and auditability through the adoption of an agile software platform.
Best Practices for Delivering Better Software Faster Best Practices for Delivering Better Software Faster
Submitted by IBM Find out about the benefits of application lifecycle management in this white paper.
Ten Steps to Better Requirements Management Ten Steps to Better Requirements Management
By Dominic Tavassoli, IBM Learn how to prevent poorly expressed requirements tracking in this white paper.
Establishing a Strategic Advantage in Managing Change Establishing a Strategic Advantage in Managing Change
By IBM This white paper offers critical information on how companies can achieve a critical advantage by managing change.
A Lifecycle Approach to Systems Quality A Lifecycle Approach to Systems Quality
Submitted by IBM This white paper examines the changing role of quality assurance and looks at approaches to effectively extend application lifecycle management.
Value-driven Product Management Value-driven Product Management
A White Paper by IBM This paper explains the six key concepts of value-driven product management, to create a repeatable process for developing successful products.
Embedded Systems Development Embedded Systems Development
By Michelle Boucher, Aberdeen Group In the white paper businesses learn how to meet the challenge of systems complexity.
Confronting Product Complexity with Systems Engineering Confronting Product Complexity with Systems Engineering
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor An interview with Steve Shoaf, marketing manager for IBM’s system engineering division, on the benefits of implementing systems engineering.
Conquer Design Obstacles with the IBM PLM Approach Conquer Design Obstacles with the IBM PLM Approach
A Whitepaper by IBM Learn how the IBM PLM Approach can strategically transform business processes for saving costs and accelerating product innovation.
Best Practices for Developing Smarter Products Best Practices for Developing Smarter Products
A Whitepaper by IBM This white paper explores best practices that businesses can employ to build smarter products and drive innovative technologies.
Design Tips to Increase Profit Margins and Smart Products Design Tips to Increase Profit Margins and Smart Products
By Michelle Boucher, The Aberdeen Group This report offers guidance to implement successful systems engineering practices that will lead to greater profitability.
Streamline Your Data Migration Projects Streamline Your Data Migration Projects
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Paul Downing of PROSTEP uses this webcast to explain some of the best approaches for tackling big data migration projects.
Why Does Marketing Need CAD Content? Why Does Marketing Need CAD Content?
By John Major, CEO Catalog Data Solutions Find out why, according to Catalog Data Solutions, CAD downloads may be the most efficient online marketing tool available.
PLM Trends and Predictions PLM Trends and Predictions
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Gartner analyst Marc Halpern discusses some of new trends in PLM practices. Find out which ones he predicts will stick around.
PLM Update: New Trends and Practices PLM Update: New Trends and Practices
Compiled by ConnectPress Get the latest on Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) in this collection of articles featuring analyst and vendor commentary.
Record Setting Prototype Achieved with FDM in Weeks Record Setting Prototype Achieved with FDM in Weeks
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Nino Caldarola used Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) to complete a record setting prototype of a turbo prop engine.
PLM Buyers Must Demand More from PLM Suppliers PLM Buyers Must Demand More from PLM Suppliers
By Peter Schroer, Aras Peter Schroer, president of Aras, discusses the concepts of Kaizen, incremental improvement, and Kaikaku, radical improvement, in the PLM space.
The Potential of the iPad in PLM The Potential of the iPad in PLM
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Oleg Shilovitsky of the Daily Think Tank Blog discusses what potential if any the iPad will have for PLM users.
Competition Aims to Inspire Engineering Careers Competition Aims to Inspire Engineering Careers
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor John Stuart SVP global education and community relations for PTC talks about where the industry may find the next generation of engineers.
How 3D Printing Works How 3D Printing Works
By Z Corporation Learn about the process of 3D printing and how it can help save time and money on expensive prototypes in this white paper from Z Corporation.
Alternative Energy Design Progresses Thanks to CAD Alternative Energy Design Progresses Thanks to CAD
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Find out how design and simulation are changing the alternative energy landscape.
2010 Alternative Energy Industry Spotlight 2010 Alternative Energy Industry Spotlight
Compiled by ConnectPress ConnectPress provides a collection of articles on the role of CAD in the alternative energy industry.
2011 Inventor, Revit, AutoCAD and 3ds Max Released 2011 Inventor, Revit, AutoCAD and 3ds Max Released
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Autodesk focuses on the user experience, better visualization and easier transition between products in new 2011 software releases.
Considerations for Implementing a Document Management System Considerations for Implementing a Document Management System
By Synergis Software A practical guide to understanding document management system requirements.
Harnessing the Power of Ocean Waves Harnessing the Power of Ocean Waves
Submitted by ANSYS Read how engineers used hydrodynamic analysis to optimize wave-powered generators.
2010 Laser Scanning & Reverse Engineering Industry Spotlight 2010 Laser Scanning & Reverse Engineering Industry Spotlight
Compiled by ConnectPress Trends, how far the industry has come, and the future of laser scanning are featured in this Industry Spotlight.
The Status of Laser Scanning The Status of Laser Scanning
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor An overview of the laser scanning industry and where it could be headed.
27 Years of Unusual & Wacky Laser Scanning Projects 27 Years of Unusual & Wacky Laser Scanning Projects
By Limited Design Inc. & GKS Global Services Steve DeRemer and Larry Carlberg of GKS share some of their favorite, unusual scanning projects in the last 27 years.
The Latest in Savvy Laser Scanning Tools The Latest in Savvy Laser Scanning Tools
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor A rundown of recent developments in the field of reverse engineering.
Alternative Energy Lights up the Detroit Auto Show Alternative Energy Lights up the Detroit Auto Show
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor A rundown of the many alternative energy operated vehicles from the 2010 North American International, Detroit Auto Show.
Get the New Inventor 2010 Subscription Bonus Pack Get the New Inventor 2010 Subscription Bonus Pack
By Mark Flayler, IMAGINiT Learn about the enhancements in this whitepaper which include updates to Drawing Manager, FEA Environment, and Interoperability aspects of the software.
The Building Blocks to a Smarter Planet The Building Blocks to a Smarter Planet
By IBM Manufacturers across all industries are delivering a new generation of “smarter products.”
Developing Smarter Products Developing Smarter Products
By IBM Product success hinges on how well the product addresses the needs of the marketplace so capturing and prioritizing requirements is essential.
Addressing System-On-Chip Development Challenges Addressing System-On-Chip Development Challenges
By IBM The competition is putting pressure on design teams and tasking them with integrating more functions into single system-on-chip (SoC) devices.
Systems Development In The Twenty-First Century Systems Development In The Twenty-First Century
By IBM This executive brief explores the best practices and tools organizations can use to facilitate to increase the effectiveness of systems development.
Results from the 2009 Longview Market Report and Survey Results from the 2009 Longview Market Report and Survey
By David Prawel, Longview Advisors The report discloses 22 key findings and 12 key market trends in collaboration and interoperability.
Requirements Driven Product Development Requirements Driven Product Development
By IBM Learn how leading companies are improving product development by managing requirements across multiple disciplines.
Staying In Control When Requirements Change Staying In Control When Requirements Change
By IBM Learn how an effective change management process can help you better identify how alterations will affect cost and schedule.
Delivering Smarter, Better Products Faster Delivering Smarter, Better Products Faster
By IBM IBM offers a comprehensive solution that can help you improve the quality of your systems while helping reduce your cost and risk.
Model-Driven Systems Development Model-Driven Systems Development
By IBM The IBM solution for model-driven systems development is designed to help you deliver complex systems more quickly.
Design Document Management Fundamentals Design Document Management Fundamentals
Webcast by Concurrent Systems ConnectPress and Concurrent Systems present this webcast to help you make cost-effective and viable decisions on your data management needs.
The Benefits of Integrating CAD and CAE The Benefits of Integrating CAD and CAE
By Olivier Guillermin, Ph.D., VISTAGY Enhancing collaboration between aerospace designers and analysts is key to developing robust composite parts.
CAE Confronts the Challenges of the 21st Centaury CAE Confronts the Challenges of the 21st Centaury
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor A discussion of how computer-aided engineering (CAE) can help an organization and how certain trends are shaping the technology.
2010 Analysis and Simulation Industry Spotlight 2010 Analysis and Simulation Industry Spotlight
By ConnectPress ConnectPress presents an update on the latest trends and developments in computer-aided engineering (CAE) in this collection of articles.
Validate Inventor Models in Revit with AEC Exchange Feature Validate Inventor Models in Revit with AEC Exchange Feature
By Forrest Judd, Hagerman & Company, Inc. The AEC Exchange environment and the ADSK file format are great steps toward the interoperability goal between Revit and Inventor.
System Engineering Trade Study to Support Green Initiatives System Engineering Trade Study to Support Green Initiatives
Submitted by IBM This paper looks at a model driven approach to designing an environmentally conscious, cost-effective family-size vehicle.
Industry Spotlight: Best Practices and Solutions by IBM Industry Spotlight: Best Practices and Solutions by IBM
Learn how IBM customers are leveraging IBM solutions to excel in product development and innovation in these whitepapers and webcasts.
CT CoreTechnologie Demo: Feature-based Conversions CT CoreTechnologie Demo: Feature-based Conversions
By CT CoreTechnologie The 3D_Evolution© Feature Based kernel enables the representation of all feature types used by today’s CAD systems.
Going with the Flow, Moldflow Adviser 2010 Going with the Flow, Moldflow Adviser 2010
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Autodesk manufacturing technical specialist Aleaha Rice breaks down what users can expect from Moldflow Adviser 2010.
Webcast on Product Line Engineering Webcast on Product Line Engineering
By IBM This presentation will highlight the latest advances in applying SysML and UML to product line engineering, illustrating best practices.
Webcast on Risks and Rewards of Embedded Software Webcast on Risks and Rewards of Embedded Software
By IBM IBM welcomes Forrester Research for a discussion of how product development teams are using embedded software to fulfill customer demand.
Now OnDemand: Webcast on Systems Development Now OnDemand: Webcast on Systems Development
By IBM This webcast features case studies in how IBM clients are applying IBM Rational® systems development solutions.
Webcast on Driving Product Strategy from theTop Down Webcast on Driving Product Strategy from theTop Down
By IBM If you manage, or are involved with product investment decisions for multiple products, this session is for you.
Best Practices for Developing Smarter Products Best Practices for Developing Smarter Products
A Whitepaper by IBM This white paper explores best practices that businesses can employ to build smarter products and drive innovative technologies.
Integrating MDD and SPL to Manage Line Diversity Integrating MDD and SPL to Manage Line Diversity
By IBM This paper focuses on the Rational Rhapsody/BigLever Software Gears Bridge, which provides SPL extensions for SysML systems modeling and UML modeling.
Whitepaper on Improving Product Development Whitepaper on Improving Product Development
By IBM Learn about how automotive companies can successfully manage product development and engineering by taking a requirements-driven approach.
Webcast on Making Product Portfolio Trade-offs Webcast on Making Product Portfolio Trade-offs
By IBM Learn how peers have been successful with best practices in today's tough market with the help of IBM's solutions.
Get Tolerances Right Before Manufacturing with CETOL 6 Sigma Get Tolerances Right Before Manufacturing with CETOL 6 Sigma
By Praveen Gomer Head PowerTrain Engineering Quality and Tolerance Planning Group, Chrysler LLC This demonstration presents the application of simulation techniques in Chrysler’s PowerTrain division with CETOL 6.
Autodesk University Finale & Event Summary Autodesk University Finale & Event Summary
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor For those of you who missed Autodesk University this year here is a rundown of the event, including presenters, exhibitors and announcements.
AU Broadcasts What if Scenarios in Industry Keynotes AU Broadcasts What if Scenarios in Industry Keynotes
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor Find out what's new and in store for Autodesk's manufacturing and architecture, engineering and construction divisions.
Updates from Autodesk University Updates from Autodesk University
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor Find out about latest trends shaping the CAD industry and Autodesk's plans for future development.
Demo: Advanced Checker/Healing Demo: Advanced Checker/Healing
By CT CoreTechnologie The certified 3D_Evolution© Quality Checker verifies all 3D geometries independent of the CAD format.
New Developments for Hydrogen Fuel Cells New Developments for Hydrogen Fuel Cells
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Icelandic Hydrogen helps bring hydrogen fuel cells a little closer to viability with the help of Autodesk Inventor.
Micro-Molding: More Than Just Small Parts Micro-Molding: More Than Just Small Parts
A Webinar by Accumold Jim Conkey and Greg Peterson from Accumold present a technical overview of micro molding and answer questions in this webinar.
Understanding Finite Element Analysis Understanding Finite Element Analysis
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Professor Toney Abbey answers two of the most common questions about finite element analysis (FEA).
Conference Addresses Challenges in Greening Displays Conference Addresses Challenges in Greening Displays
By Chris Chinnock, Insight Media Insight Media's Green Display Expo receives positive feedback on greening up displays and making changes to the industry.
The Prototyping Challenges with Micro Molding The Prototyping Challenges with Micro Molding
By Accumold A comparative study of prototyping needs for micro molding applications.
CT CoreTechnologie FEM Tools Demo CT CoreTechnologie FEM Tools Demo
By CT CoreTechnologie With FEM Tools, models of all native and standard data formats can be optimized for meshing and converted for FEM analysis.
Opening Doors to Simulation Collaboration Opening Doors to Simulation Collaboration
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor David Nacy of MSC Software explains how the challenge of simulation interoperability has evolved over the years.
Top 5 Misconceptions about Open Source PLM Top 5 Misconceptions about Open Source PLM
A Webinar by Jonathan Scott of Razorleaf This one hour presentation provides you with an in-depth overview of Open Source PLM along with strategies for your company.
KVAL Revolutionizes Shop Floor Processes KVAL Revolutionizes Shop Floor Processes
By Latttice Technology Learn how Lattice Technology’s XVL applications enable the rapid enhancement of 3D data for downstream operations in this customer testimonial.
What’s in Store for High Performance Computing? What’s in Store for High Performance Computing?
By Kathleen Maher and Jon Peddie, Jon Peddie Research Kathleen Maher and Jon Peddie of JPR Research discuss the history of high performance computing and and what the future of HPC holds for CAD users.
HPC Simulations-Easier and Faster than Before HPC Simulations-Easier and Faster than Before
By Intel Corporation Once reserved for glass rooms, supercomputers can now be found in your deskside workstation. HPC solutions are now more accessible than ever before.
Virtualization Solutions from HP and Intel Virtualization Solutions from HP and Intel
By HP Learn about the benefits of virtualization technology and how to leverage it in PLM applications, plus how HP and Intel can help.
Three High Performance Computing Options from Lenovo Three High Performance Computing Options from Lenovo
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Lenovo’s S-20 and D-20 workstations, and the ThinkPad w700 mobile workstation provide CAD users with powerful, high performance computing.
Virtualized Workstations Lead the Way Virtualized Workstations Lead the Way
By Intel Corporation Learn how a digital workbench solution equipped with an entire suite of tools can help you play more “what ifs” locally and faster than ever before.
A New Option for CAD: Blade Workstations A New Option for CAD: Blade Workstations
By HP Will this hardware trend make its way into the work environment, eliminating the CAD workstation?
2009 High Performance Computing Industry Spotlight 2009 High Performance Computing Industry Spotlight
By ConnectPress Check out this insightful collection of articles on HPC, including an exclusive look at the industry by Jon Peddie Research.
Faster Simulation with ANSYS HFSS 12 Faster Simulation with ANSYS HFSS 12
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor ANSYS announced version 12 of its HFSS software, featuring the ability to improve simulation speeds by dividing the analysis across a cluster network.
What is Micro-Molding? What is Micro-Molding?
By Accumold Accumold, who has been in the “micro” business for more than two decades, discusses how to design small molded parts successfully.
Challenges of Safe Design 3: CAD Software Considerations Challenges of Safe Design 3: CAD Software Considerations
By Wayne C. Christensen, CSP, PE CAD systems provide great analysis capability and a capacity to animate, prepare physical models and test prior to production.
Countdown Begins to First Ever Green Display Expo Countdown Begins to First Ever Green Display Expo
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor Get a glimpse of the upcoming Green Display Expo taking place at the L’Enfant Plaza Hotel, Washington, D.C., October 27, 2009.
PLM As an Enterprise Technology PLM As an Enterprise Technology
A Webinar by Andreas Lindenthal of Metafore The webinar focuses on price points for PDM and PLM and offers three approaches for moving from PDM to PLM, plus includes a Q & A session.
How Does Access to Product Data Benefit the Non-Engineer? How Does Access to Product Data Benefit the Non-Engineer?
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Joe Schaefer, director of products for Actify, explains how 3D data can be leveraged in marketing and technical documentation.
ThinkStation – As Green As It Gets ThinkStation – As Green As It Gets
By Lenovo As part of Lenovo’s commitment to environmental sustainability all of the new ThinkStations are made from up to 50 percent recycled plastics.
Greening Today's Products Greening Today's Products
By Aberdeen Group Aberdeen's research suggests that Green doesn't have to be a burden, but often requires taking a different view of innovation.
Business Growth through Environmental Change Business Growth through Environmental Change
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor An overview of the developing trends in the field of sustainable design.
Combating the IP Risks of Using 3D Combating the IP Risks of Using 3D
By Garth Coleman, Dassault Systèmes Without the right protections in place a company can easily be exposed to the risk of intellectual property (IP) theft.
Live Simulcast of CPDA PLM Road Map Keynote Live Simulcast of CPDA PLM Road Map Keynote
By CPDA Mentor Graphics CEO Dr. Walter Rhines discusses how the MCAD and AEC arena’s can learn from 40 years of ECAD development.
2009 Sustainable Design Industry Spotlight 2009 Sustainable Design Industry Spotlight
By ConnectPress Just in! Check out this insightful selection of articles on sustainable design.
The Astroid Spatial User Interface The Astroid Spatial User Interface
By John Hilton, Spatial Freedom The Astroid Spatial User Interface is a 3D spatial controller that senses a combined 3D push and 3D twist.
The Path to Leaner, Greener Operations The Path to Leaner, Greener Operations
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Andrew Winston, author of the upcoming book "Green Recovery," shares his tips for making day-to-day operations more efficient.
The SD300: 3D Printing for Less than $10,000 The SD300: 3D Printing for Less than $10,000
By John Myers, ConnectPress editor A profile of Solido’s SD300, the latest in a continuing trend of smaller 3D printers that cost under $10,000.
Instant Prototyping at Your Desk Instant Prototyping at Your Desk
By 3D Systems You can now own a 3D printer and quickly show off your ideas and designs with real parts.
2009 Rapid Prototyping/3D Printing Industry Spotlight 2009 Rapid Prototyping/3D Printing Industry Spotlight
By ConnectPress Just in! This informative report features a series of articles on the latest in the rapid prototyping industry.
Faster Prototypes Fosters Big Changes in Industry Faster Prototypes Fosters Big Changes in Industry
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor The rapid prototyping industry is undergoing a period of dramatic change; find out more in this feature on the state of the industry.
Instant Prototypes Yield Higher Performance Instant Prototypes Yield Higher Performance
By Z Corporation This paper explores Z Corporation’s 3D printing technology and includes examples of how it’s used by three forward-looking organizations.
Expanding Applications with Objet Polyjet Technology Expanding Applications with Objet Polyjet Technology
A Whitepaper by Objet Geometries Ltd. Objet PolyJet 3-dimensional rapid prototyping technology, first introduced to the market in 2000, addresses the needs of a wide range of industries.
Best Practices Need Standardized CAM Systems Best Practices Need Standardized CAM Systems
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Cameron Griffin, of Adaptive Corporation explains how companies achieve best practices by standardizing their CAM systems.
MechWorks Offers Customers Flexibility MechWorks Offers Customers Flexibility
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor When the time is right, MechWorks gives their customers the flexibility to upgrade without any loss of investment.
Meeting the Needs of Analyst Workgroups Meeting the Needs of Analyst Workgroups
Submitted by CPDA Michael Engelman of ANSYS discusses the analyst needs in Simulation Data Management (SDM) systems.
Can Efficiency and Sustainability go Hand-in-Hand? Can Efficiency and Sustainability go Hand-in-Hand?
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Learn how the popularity of sustainability is affecting the manufacturing industry in this interview with Terry Begnoche of the SME.
Developing and Implementing a Safe Design Philosophy Developing and Implementing a Safe Design Philosophy
By Wayne C. Christensen, CSP, PE This article discusses approaches design engineers may utilize in acquiring knowledge and skills to focus on mitigating risks.
How is Simulation Changing? How is Simulation Changing?
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Keith Meintjes PhD and Ken Versprille PhD of CPDA discussed what trends will be shaping the analysis and simulation industry in the near future.
The Latest Trends in High-Performance Computing The Latest Trends in High-Performance Computing
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor David Driggers, CTO for Verari Systems, discusses how the field of high-performance computing is shaping up in 2009.
See the Astroid 6000 3D Mouse in Action See the Astroid 6000 3D Mouse in Action
By Spatial Freedom The new Astroid add-in for Inventor 2010 implements the Astroid Spatial User Interface.
Making the Case for Sustainable Business Practices Making the Case for Sustainable Business Practices
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Pam Gordon and her company, Technology Forecasters, have spent the last eight years making the case for better, greener business decisions.
3D Prototypes in a Flash 3D Prototypes in a Flash
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor 3D Systems launches its new V-Flash desktop modeler priced under $10,000.
The Benefits of Business Process Management The Benefits of Business Process Management
By Scott Cleveland, Ingenuus “Business process management provides the management disciplines to surgically target problem processes and put them on the path to recovery.”
New Demo on 3D Direct Modeling New Demo on 3D Direct Modeling
By SpaceClaim Watch this eight-minute video and see how 3D direct modeling in SpaceClaim provides the tools you need to clean up and prepare CAD data for CAE.
CIC Keynote Presentation: Unifying a Global PDM CIC Keynote Presentation: Unifying a Global PDM
By Claudia Stahley, ConnectPress Editor Migrating different PDM systems into a single global PLM system is a tough decision, but that's the easy part-making it work is far more difficult.
Going Green and the Automotive Product Life Cycle Going Green and the Automotive Product Life Cycle
By Bob Brown, Cambashi This paper looks at the key automotive processes with an emphasis on fuel economy issues and environmental concerns important to customers.
Choosing the Best Prototyping Process Choosing the Best Prototyping Process
By Proto Labs, Inc. USA. As prototyping processes continue to evolve, product designers must determine what process or technology is best for their application.
Lessons From the Crisis in the American Auto Industry Lessons From the Crisis in the American Auto Industry
By D.H. Brown, Chairman, Collaborative Product Development Associates Lean teaming challenges not only US automotive OEMs, but the US broadly. Technology drives similar collaborative needs in simulation and mechatronics.
Can CAD Help a Struggling Industry? Can CAD Help a Struggling Industry?
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor In the face of bankruptcies, restructuring and acquisitions, what role will CAD play for the struggling auto industry?
LMS Virtual.Lab Motion Impacts the Design Process LMS Virtual.Lab Motion Impacts the Design Process
By LMS International Faurecia's engineers tackle some of the toughest design problems using LMS Virtual.Lab Motion simulation software to develop seating mechanisms.
2009 Automotive Design & Innovation Industry Spotlight 2009 Automotive Design & Innovation Industry Spotlight
By ConnectPress This new special report sponsored by CPDA and LMS International features an insightful collection of articles on the automotive industry.
A White Paper on Simulation-Driven Product Development A White Paper on Simulation-Driven Product Development
By SpaceClaim Learn how new 3D tools powered by direct solid modeling make it practical for all engineers to work in 3D and to create highly-optimized preliminary models.
Meeting Requirements for Safety Meeting Requirements for Safety
By Wayne C. Christensen, CSP, PE This first article concerns the challenge related to professional ethics codes and the responsibility for safe designs by engineers and architects.
Green Product Development in the Automotive Sector Green Product Development in the Automotive Sector
By Aberdeen Group With the prominence of products like the hybrid vehicle, the automotive sector is no stranger to green product development.
Updates to MechWorks' DBWorks and DBInventor Available Soon Updates to MechWorks' DBWorks and DBInventor Available Soon
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor New versions of MechWorks' DBWorks and DBInventor will soon be released to give users even more abilities in PDM/PLM environments.
The uPrint Opens New Doors for CAD Users The uPrint Opens New Doors for CAD Users
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Dimension 3D Printing’s latest 3D Printer makes 3D printing more accessible by bringing it to the desktop.
Making the Most of Electrical Simulation in a MCAD/PLM World Making the Most of Electrical Simulation in a MCAD/PLM World
By John Wilson, Mentor Graphics This article explores some of the types of electrical simulation and the technologies that robustly link the mechanical and electrical worlds.
Mastering Geometry for Interoperability Mastering Geometry for Interoperability
By John McCullough, Product Manager, Kubotek USA A profile of Kubotek and why they believe they can provide significant relief to interoperability issues plaguing manufacturing productivity.
Classes of MCAE Software: Clarifying the Market Classes of MCAE Software: Clarifying the Market
By Cyon Reasearch How can MCAE be used to drive decisions in a timely way? That is the question both suppliers and customers must answer.
From Physical Media to Digital Models From Physical Media to Digital Models
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Jeff Holmlund of Lockheed Martin, discuses how his team met the challenge of migrating literally decades worth of legacy data.
Bridging the Gap Between CAD and CAE Bridging the Gap Between CAD and CAE
By David A. Selliman, CT CoreTechnologie A profile of CT CoreTechnologie and their collaboration tool 3D_Evolution, including feature highlights on de-featuring and geometry simplification.
Updates From Collaboration & Interoperability Conference Updates From Collaboration & Interoperability Conference
By David Prawel, Longview Advisors Inc. An update on the hottest topics, valuable strategies, new technologies and costly challenges that remain in collaboration and interoperability.
Enhance Your Collaboration Enhance Your Collaboration
By Claudia Stahley, ConnectPress Editor Collaboration tools are gaining in strength and usefulness. Here is a brief view of some tools available to make interoperability a bit easier.
Social Media in Engineering Collaboration Social Media in Engineering Collaboration
By John Myers, ConnectPress editor CAD industry professionals weigh in on the recent developments in the field of collaboration technology and some possibilities for the future.
2009 Collaboration & Interoperability Industry Spotlight 2009 Collaboration & Interoperability Industry Spotlight
By ConnectPress ConnectPress brings you an informative report on the latest developments in collaboration and interoperability, featuring a compilation of articles.
Delcam Software Used by Bowes for Airbus Cabin Design Delcam Software Used by Bowes for Airbus Cabin Design
By Delcam Delcam’s CADCAM software has been used by Bowes Design and Development in most projects over the last 15 years.
Large-Format Printing Update Large-Format Printing Update
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Get the scoop on large format printing trends and some of the top selling products.
Refreshing Your Servers to Stay Ahead Refreshing Your Servers to Stay Ahead
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor How HP and Intel recommend to stay ahead in the economic downturn.
Design Faster with Lenovo’s New Workstations Design Faster with Lenovo’s New Workstations
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Improvements to technology allow for faster, more powerful systems for CAD users in Lenovo’s ThinkStation S20 and D20 Workstations.
May Industry Spotlight: Hardware May Industry Spotlight: Hardware
By ConnectPress This month's special feature focuses on the latest advancements in the hardware industry, including workstations, graphics cards and more.
The Latest in Large Format Scanners The Latest in Large Format Scanners
By Claudia Stahley, ConnectPress Editor A look at some of the latest offerings in large-format scanners to help consumers weigh their decisions.
A New Era for Hardware Vendors A New Era for Hardware Vendors
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor Industry experts Alex Herrera and Brad Holtz weigh in on how the events of the last year will affect the hardware industry.
New Hardware Products Pack Power New Hardware Products Pack Power
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor A rundown of the latest hardware products including workstations, graphics cards and more.
The Power of the New Intel® Xeon® Processor 5500 Series The Power of the New Intel® Xeon® Processor 5500 Series
Intel representatives discuss how Intel technology enables users to maximize computing and graphics power to solve and visualize problems faster.
Good News: Hewlett-Packard Zero Percent Financing Good News: Hewlett-Packard Zero Percent Financing
By Staci Matlock and Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Writers Nothing perks up a customer’s ears like an offer like zero percent financing, now available for a limited time from HP.
More To Look Forward to at the Collab. & Interop. Conference More To Look Forward to at the Collab. & Interop. Conference
By Frank Thomas, Adaptive Corp. Adaptive Corp. and Razorleaf will discuss how you can leverage SharePoint to realize immediate business value in the Mobility Technology Workshop.
Delcam’s FeatureCAM Cuts Prosthetic Programming Times by 75% Delcam’s FeatureCAM Cuts Prosthetic Programming Times by 75%
A Case Study by Delcam Fillauer Companies chose Delcam's FeatureCAM to save time and money when a new product needed four-axis machining.
New Graphics Cards Accompany Intel Nehalem Release New Graphics Cards Accompany Intel Nehalem Release
By Alex Herrera, Jon Peddie Research Workstation Graphics Analyst Alex Herrera discusses how new workstations and graphics cards releases were triggered by Intel Nehalem-EP release.
Intel Leads the Push for Green Intel Leads the Push for Green
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Intel displays through its products and leadership that being green is integral in their company.
The Importance of Training in These Tough Economic Times The Importance of Training in These Tough Economic Times
By George Sanchez, US CAD Read about why it is important to keep skills updated, especially right now in these times.
6 Easy Steps to Manufacturing Process Improvement 6 Easy Steps to Manufacturing Process Improvement
A Presentation by Lattice Technology In this web presentation Lattice Technology’s Bill Barnes explains how companies can leverage XVL for collaboration and downstream applications.
The CAD Society – Reshaping the Organization The CAD Society – Reshaping the Organization
By Rachael Dalton-Taggart, Acting CAD Society President Rachael Dalton-Taggart, acting president of The CAD Society, talks about reshaping the organization for a new generation.
Get a Glimpse of CIC Mobility Technology Workshop Get a Glimpse of CIC Mobility Technology Workshop
Highlights from the upcoming Collaboration and Interoperability Conference "Mobility Technology Workshop," featuring Microsoft, Intel, and Lenovo.
Top 5 Priniciples of Successful Product Devepment Top 5 Priniciples of Successful Product Devepment
By Aberdeen Group Aberdeen Group provides a summary on one of their latest reports on how Best-in-Class apply tools and methodologies to achieve greater efficiency.
PLM Challenges and Payoffs PLM Challenges and Payoffs
A summary of CPDA's industry scorecard assessing the relative positions of leading edge users and the maturity of their design simulation practices.
Wohlers Associates Industry Briefing Update Wohlers Associates Industry Briefing Update
By Terry Wohlers, Wohlers Associates An excerpt from Wohlers’ annual report on direct digital manufacturing (DDM) and an update on the rise of 3D printing today.
Cores, Cores and More Cores Cores, Cores and More Cores
A preview of a presentation on digital workbenches by Intel’s Wes Shimanek to be given at the upcoming Collaboration & Interoperability Conference.
CADCALCS 2.0 Demo CADCALCS 2.0 Demo
By Shyamal Roy, GEOMATE Founder Check out this video on the capabilities of CADCALCS 2.0 software, a complete sketching, calculations, and optimization package.
The Origins of CAM – A Tribute to Donald Welbourn The Origins of CAM – A Tribute to Donald Welbourn
By Delcam Delcam reminisces about CAM pioneer Donald Welbourn’s achievements and contributions to the industry, including creating Delcam.
Bridging the Gap Between CAD Design and Manufacturing Bridging the Gap Between CAD Design and Manufacturing
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor A look at one of the biggest challenges in computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) today.
The Automation of CAM Continues The Automation of CAM Continues
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor Industry insiders discuss current trends and what they see as the future of computer-aided manufacturing.
Design Guide for Cost Effective Machined Parts Design Guide for Cost Effective Machined Parts
By Pro CNC, Inc. Pro CNC provides a design guide to help engineers make choices during the design process on how to reduce the cost of the end product.
Fill the Machining Void with VX CAD/CAM Products Fill the Machining Void with VX CAD/CAM Products
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor VX CAD/CAM’s 3D Machinist and Mold and Die products compliment MCAD software to offer specialized application know-how.
A Compilation of CAM Solutions A Compilation of CAM Solutions
Compiled by ConnectPress Autodesk Inventor users have a plethora of compatible CAM software available to take designs from the screen to reality on the shop floor.
2009 Computer-aided Manufacturing (CAM) Roundup 2009 Computer-aided Manufacturing (CAM) Roundup
By ConnectPress ConnectPress provides a series of articles focusing on the history of CAM, including current challenges and trends, and how to prepare for the future.
Gathering Together for Better Design Gathering Together for Better Design
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor A preview of the upcoming Design and Sustainability symposium at COFES 2009.
Model Validation: Steps to Risk Avoidance and Cost Reduction Model Validation: Steps to Risk Avoidance and Cost Reduction
By David Prawel, Longview Advisors Prawel zones in on one of this year’s hot topics up for discussion at the upcoming Collaboration & Interoperability Conference.
Coffee and 3D Design at its Finest Coffee and 3D Design at its Finest
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Ponderosa Roasting nabs the January Inventor of the Month award with its impressive design of coffee roasters.
Autodesk Manufacturing 2010 Autodesk Manufacturing 2010
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor The 2010 Autodesk Manufacturing Portfolio brings exciting products and features.
Advanced Solutions Offers Customers Power Sessions Advanced Solutions Offers Customers Power Sessions
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Advance Solutions’ Power Sessions assist Inventor, Revit and AutoCAD Civil 3D users in tackling complex issues.
Jon Peddie’s MARKET WATCH Fourth Quarter, 2008 Jon Peddie’s MARKET WATCH Fourth Quarter, 2008
By Jon Peddie Research Q4 2008 was down, bringing down the whole year for desktops while notebooks showed growth.
Biomimicry: Inspiring Designers Through Nature’s Examples Biomimicry: Inspiring Designers Through Nature’s Examples
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor The newly launched AskNature.org database inspires designers to solve design issues through nature’s eyes.
Maximize Design Processes with 5S Maximize Design Processes with 5S
By Mike Simms, KETIV 5S is based on the Japanese principles of seiri (sorting), seiton (simplifying), seiso (sweeping), seiketsu (standardizing) and shitsuke (sustaining).
Top 10 Reasons Why Designers Choose Explicit Modeling Top 10 Reasons Why Designers Choose Explicit Modeling
By PTC Ten of the most compelling arguments for an explicit modeling approach to 3D design are outlined.
Pecha Kucha Nights: A Poetry Slam of Sorts For Designers Pecha Kucha Nights: A Poetry Slam of Sorts For Designers
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor In 6 minutes, 40 seconds, designers from across the globe participate in the fast-paced design format Pecha Kucha.
Big Developments in 2008 for Dimension 3D Printing Group Big Developments in 2008 for Dimension 3D Printing Group
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor A retrospective of the major developments for Dimension 3D Printing Group in 2008.
HP Releases Updated Version of the Designjet 500 HP Releases Updated Version of the Designjet 500
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor HP offers a more intelligent large-format printer that is still affordable.
Digital Prototyping Solutions from Autodesk Digital Prototyping Solutions from Autodesk
By George Sanchez, U.S. CAD George Sanchez provides a run down on Autodesk Manufacturing solutions and the benefits of digital prototyping.
All in a Year’s Work for Quickparts All in a Year’s Work for Quickparts
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor Quickparts’ accomplishments for 2008 range from new materials to new parts for the National Geographic Crittercam.
Genmar Yacht Group Snags an Inventor of the Month Award Genmar Yacht Group Snags an Inventor of the Month Award
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Out of more than 800,000 users of Inventor, Genmar Yacht Group was named Inventor of the Month due to their innovative use of the software.
Modern Technology Meets Traditional Art Modern Technology Meets Traditional Art
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Autodesk provides the starting block for a whole new approach to the art of sculpture making.
HP DreamColor Display Delivers Colors Like You Imagined HP DreamColor Display Delivers Colors Like You Imagined
By HP Today, architects, engineers and designers demand realistic, accurate color controls for their work.
Exhibitors Overview at Autodesk University, 2008 Exhibitors Overview at Autodesk University, 2008
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor There was no shortage of new and exciting things to see in Autodesk University’s Exhibit Hall.
There’s No Better Time to Strive for a Breakthrough Than Now There’s No Better Time to Strive for a Breakthrough Than Now
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor The Manufacturing Keynote gave advice on innovation and a showcase of new technologies available.
Helping Designers Move From the “What If” to the “What Else Helping Designers Move From the “What If” to the “What Else
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor This year’s General Session Keynote at Autodesk University discussed ways to make innovative designs.
HP’s SVA Offers Exceptional Visualization Capabilities HP’s SVA Offers Exceptional Visualization Capabilities
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor HP’s SVA is designed for large data sets and high performance computing.
Are You Ready for Autodesk University 2008? Are You Ready for Autodesk University 2008?
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Check out what’s in store for this year’s Autodesk University in Las Vegas.
Using an Explicit 3D CAD System for Rapid Design Cycles Using an Explicit 3D CAD System for Rapid Design Cycles
By PTC For companies where one-off designs, short design cycles, and frequently changing requirements are common, explicit 3D CAD is the best approach.
2008 Collaboration and Interoperability Report and Survey 2008 Collaboration and Interoperability Report and Survey
By Longview Advisors Longview Advisor’s 2008 Collaboration and Interoperability Market Report and Survey is now available for free download.
SpacePilot: The Personalized Performance Booster SpacePilot: The Personalized Performance Booster
By HP Using one hand to design while the other hand does commands and edits saves keystrokes and makes for more intuitive, cognitively natural operation.
Reverse Engineering: The Steps, Processes and Trends Reverse Engineering: The Steps, Processes and Trends
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Feature-based scanning, laser scanning and hybrid scanning characterize the current reverse engineering marketplace.
Measuring Up: Laser Scanning Software Tools Measuring Up: Laser Scanning Software Tools
by John Myers, Connect Press Editor Creating laser models with various software measuring processes is the goal of these robust software offerings.
Scan This: Laser Scanners for Reverse Engineering Scan This: Laser Scanners for Reverse Engineering
By John Myers, Connect Press Editor Laser scanners offering portability, ease and accuracy populate many markets.
2008 Reverse Engineering Roundup 2008 Reverse Engineering Roundup
By ConnectPress ConnectPress presents a collection of articles on the latest developments in reverse engineering and laser scanning.
NVision Saves OEM 4-1/2 Months wtih Reverse Engineering NVision Saves OEM 4-1/2 Months wtih Reverse Engineering
By NVision NVision’s Contract Service Division recently reverse engineered the complete core of a steam turbine for a for OEM in only 6 weeks.
Product Lifecycle Management Road Map 2008 Product Lifecycle Management Road Map 2008
CPDA’s fifteenth PLM Road Map conference looked at PLM as it transforms with challenges involving process management and standardization.
HP Ups the Ante in the Mobile Workstation Market HP Ups the Ante in the Mobile Workstation Market
By Hewlett-Packard Hewlett-Packard introduced two mobile workstations that set new standards at this year’s SIGGRAPH 2008 conference in Los Angeles.
The Autodesk Gallery: Showcasing the Creative Process The Autodesk Gallery: Showcasing the Creative Process
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor The Autodesk Gallery features some of the most creative and innovative design processes in today’s design world.
KETIV Holds Autodesk Manufacturing Academy KETIV Holds Autodesk Manufacturing Academy
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor KETIV’s first AMA in Southern California draws Autodesk manufacturing users.
Lenovo Packs Power with Both Mobile and Standard Workstation Lenovo Packs Power with Both Mobile and Standard Workstation
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Today CAD professionals need more computing power for graphics and analysis-driven design.
HP’s Workstation Lineup HP’s Workstation Lineup
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor HP has three types of workstations for customers to choose from: desktop, mobile and the new HP Blade Workstation.
The Heart of a Workstation Lies in its Processor The Heart of a Workstation Lies in its Processor
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Intel manufactures different types of microprocessors to enable CAD design.
Cluster Computer Networks Provide Low-Cost Supercomputing Cluster Computer Networks Provide Low-Cost Supercomputing
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Cluster networks allow CAD users access to large amounts of memory and processing power, plus offer a low-cost supercomputing option.
Internet-based Applications as Alternatives to Workstations Internet-based Applications as Alternatives to Workstations
By Cynthea Kinnaman, ConnectPress Editor A major shift is underway in how companies obtain software and handle computing capacity as more companies tap into Internet-based applications.
Need Help Choosing a Workstation? Need Help Choosing a Workstation?
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Choices include workstations offering multi-core processors, blade and high-end graphics cards.
Graphics Cards with a Sizzle Graphics Cards with a Sizzle
By Lauren Browne and Cynthea Kinnaman, ConnectPress Editors Bigger GPUs and more memory in an efficiently cooled card are the future.
Good News for Workstations and Graphics Industries Good News for Workstations and Graphics Industries
By Jon Peddie Research Workstations and professional graphics industries continue to outpace broader market.
Save Time and Increase Productivity Save Time and Increase Productivity
By Hewlett Packard The Hewlett Packard exclusive Performance Tuning Framework (PTF) helps you make the most of your workstation.
ConnectPress Sorts through the Myriad of Definitions ConnectPress Sorts through the Myriad of Definitions
By Cynthea Kinnaman, ConnectPress Editor Cloud computing may be a cost-effective alternative to workstations.
2008 Workstations Roundup 2008 Workstations Roundup
By ConnectPress This year’s selection of articles includes coverage of computing resources, processors, workstations, graphics cards, cloud computing and more.
Industry Briefing from Wohlers Associates Industry Briefing from Wohlers Associates
By Wohlers Associates Wohlers Associates has surveyed service providers to measure the state of the industry.
INCAT offers iCHECK for Inventor INCAT offers iCHECK for Inventor
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Stop costly mistakes in your design process with iCHECK.
3D CAD Model Validation 3D CAD Model Validation
Doug Cheney of ITI TranscenData, explains how to avoid costly mistakes by properly validating data.
Being Green is an Autodesk Priority Being Green is an Autodesk Priority
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Autodesk tools help customers achieve green design and reduce their carbon footprint.
A Fresh Look at the Value Proposition of High-End MCAD A Fresh Look at the Value Proposition of High-End MCAD
By Cyon Reasearch Cyon Research looks at how capabilities in CAD systems massively changed from 2003 to 2007.
Autodesk Names Wipaire the August Inventor of the Month Autodesk Names Wipaire the August Inventor of the Month
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Wipare’s “Fire Boss,” received the Inventor of the Month award for its innovative firefighting aircraft designs.
CAD Interoperability: Challenges, Solutions, & Recommendatio CAD Interoperability: Challenges, Solutions, & Recommendatio
Submitted by David Prawel, Longview Advisors Terry Partridge, Technical Advisor for Cummins Inc. Discuses the challenges of designing and manufacturing products in a global environment.
Aras and ICP Solution Team Up Aras and ICP Solution Team Up
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor ICP Solution’s CAD connector allows Solid Edge, SolidWorks and Autodesk Inventor to be integrated with Aras Innovator.
DATA: Where Did I Save that File? DATA: Where Did I Save that File?
By George Sanchez, MSD AE for U.S. CAD George Sanchez, MSD AE for U.S. CAD, advocates the need for effective file (data) management.
Visualization Serves Designs Out to a Larger Audience Visualization Serves Designs Out to a Larger Audience
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor Learn about some of the companies who enable CAD professionals to share, comment and collaborate on designs before products are manufactured.
The Latest Picks in Viewers The Latest Picks in Viewers
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Today’s viewer choices make it possible to compare, share, view, and edit without needing CAD software for every user in the company.
What's New in Simulation, Testing and Tools What's New in Simulation, Testing and Tools
By Cynthea Kinnaman, ConnectPress Editor Read about the latest solutions in simulation tools.
LMS Delivers Next Generation Simulation LMS Delivers Next Generation Simulation
By Cynthea Kinnaman, ConnectPress Editor A look at how the mechanical industry has transitioned to a mechatronics industry with more software-based innovations and how to address the new age.
Adobe Acrobat Pro Extended Version 9 Adobe Acrobat Pro Extended Version 9
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer Adobe makers of the ubiquitous .PDF file format have announced the release of version Acrobat 9 Pro Extended Version 9.
Right Hemisphere Closes CAD and Business Data Gap Right Hemisphere Closes CAD and Business Data Gap
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer Seeing is believing: visual product data enhances business processes in solving real-world problems.
Innovation Trend Spurs MSC Software’s Latest Product Release Innovation Trend Spurs MSC Software’s Latest Product Release
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer MSC Software announces R3 versions of their SimXpert and SimDesigner Simulation tools.
mental images Creates Patented Technologies Dealing with 3D mental images Creates Patented Technologies Dealing with 3D
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer Users can remotely view CAD data from locations all over the world while allowing real-time visual collaboration.
ChangAn Suzuki Cuts CAD Licensing Costs by 80% ChangAn Suzuki Cuts CAD Licensing Costs by 80%
By Oracle ChangAn Suzuki implemented Oracle’s AutoVue 3D Professional Advanced bringing “greater reliability, efficiency, and convenience.”
Addressing Complexity in Simulating Mechatronics Addressing Complexity in Simulating Mechatronics
By Cynthea Kinnaman, ConnectPress Editor Mechatronic products possess an integrated, challenging system of mechanical, electrical and software components.
A Real Life Application Case Study by LMS A Real Life Application Case Study by LMS
By LMS LMS Virtual.Lab Motion offers dedicated solution for aircraft loading gear modeling and simulation.
Lightweight 3D Formats Expand Digital Prototyping Abilities Lightweight 3D Formats Expand Digital Prototyping Abilities
By Bill Barnes, General Manager, Lattice Technology Find out how Lightweight 3D Formats brings digital prototyping to the next level of functionality by giving everyone in the process access to 3D data.
2008 Visualization & Simulation Roundup 2008 Visualization & Simulation Roundup
By ConnectPress This special edition features a dozen or so informative articles on software enabling designers to take engineering data to the next level.
Low-Cost Alternative to Manufacturing Resource Planning Low-Cost Alternative to Manufacturing Resource Planning
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Manage your parts and inventory with Aligni’s web-based, pay-as-you-go solution.
An Alluring Alternative An Alluring Alternative
By PTC This paper discusses explicit modeling, an alternative approach to 3D design that offers a more palatable solution for those still working in 2D.
Smith & Nephew Streamlines and Shortens Review Cycle Smith & Nephew Streamlines and Shortens Review Cycle
By Oracle Using AutoVue to access and review digital files minimizes errors and misinterpretations and expedites the design approval process for Smith & Nephew.
Flomerics EFD Lab v. 9 Features New Parallel Solver Flomerics EFD Lab v. 9 Features New Parallel Solver
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor User input guides new product release of EFD Lab with focus on performance and usability.
LabVIEW 8.5 Sports a More Logical System LabVIEW 8.5 Sports a More Logical System
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor LabVIEW can be used to create virtual instruments (VI) for a variety of tasks including, creating test systems and acquiring measurements.
MSC 2nd Quarter Profit Results MSC 2nd Quarter Profit Results
By John Myers, ConnectPress Editor MSC CEO Bill Weyand reports on the company’s 2nd quarter earnings and their plans for the future.
British Antarctic Survey is Named July Inventor of the Month British Antarctic Survey is Named July Inventor of the Month
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor The engineers of BAS design tools for scientists to research and survey polar ice caps.
Autodesk Labs Releases Technological Previews for Inventor Autodesk Labs Releases Technological Previews for Inventor
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Have more control over your digital prototypes with these innovative previews from Autodesk.
ReverseEngineering.com Releases New Point Processor Software ReverseEngineering.com Releases New Point Processor Software
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor ReverseEngineering.com released its new point processor software, HIPP (HighRes Integrated Point Processor), designed to make 3D point clouds easier.
The 10 Dos and Don'ts of Online Catalogs The 10 Dos and Don'ts of Online Catalogs
Compiled by Catalog Data Solutions Catalog Data Solutions and friends offer tips on how to select software and services from online catalogs.
Autodesk Names 42 Surfboards Inventor of the Month for June Autodesk Names 42 Surfboards Inventor of the Month for June
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor 42 Surfboards uses digital prototyping to reduce their carbon footprint for their environmentally friendly surfboards.
Moldflow Acquisition Expands Autodesk’s Digital Prototyping Moldflow Acquisition Expands Autodesk’s Digital Prototyping
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Simulation tool allows designers to predict how components will perform during design and manufacture.
HP’s DreamColor Display not just for the Animation Industry HP’s DreamColor Display not just for the Animation Industry
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Color-accurate monitor is affordable and boasts more than 1 billion colors in a 30-bit, LED- backlit display.
Lattice Technology Announces V9 of XVL Player Lattice Technology Announces V9 of XVL Player
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer New free viewer combines 3D visualization capabilities with rotate, pan and zoom functions for viewing compressed parts and assemblies in the XVL format.
Seamless Integration Seamless Integration
by Jennifer A. Swiderski, ConnectPress Michigan’s Waltonen Engineering reveals how robotic simulation eliminates guess work.
Flow Analysis – Not Just for Rocket Engines Flow Analysis – Not Just for Rocket Engines
Submitted by Flomerics This case study explains the potential of Engineering Fluid Dynamics to help companies create better products.
CAD Market Bucks Economic Trends CAD Market Bucks Economic Trends
By Kathleen Maher, Jon Peddie Research Jon Peddie Research CAD Report finds growth and vitality in CAD market.
HP Blade Workstation Solutions HP Blade Workstation Solutions
By Hewlett Packard Rethink your CAD environment. The new HP Blade Workstation brings a whole new way to deliver a high-security, design-intensive CAD Environment.
The CAD/CAE Iterative Cycle: Model Clean Up The CAD/CAE Iterative Cycle: Model Clean Up
by Ken Versprille,Ph.D., PLM Research Director, CPDA The need to reduce product development cycle time represents a strategic requirement for all product development companies.
PC-over-IP PC-over-IP
by John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer Read about Teradici's PC-over-IP solution.
Impact of Multi-core Processors on Application Performance Impact of Multi-core Processors on Application Performance
by Dave Field The era of single processor systems is over; the multi- and many-core systems world is here. If you're not ready for this change, there's an IT train wreck in your future.
The Future of Blade Servers The Future of Blade Servers
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer Find out what Dell Planning Manager Mike Roberts thinks is in the future for blade-based servers.
The Workstation Market in Q1'08 The Workstation Market in Q1'08
Submitted by Jon Peddie Research The market had set records for unit shipments for every quarter stretching from Q3'04 to Q4'07, but Q1'08 finally saw the market tick back a notch.
Overall Graphics Processing Market dropped 5.6% from Q4'200 Overall Graphics Processing Market dropped 5.6% from Q4'200
Submitted By Jon Peddie Research The market for graphics performs according to several, generally predictable seasonal forces most of which affect the computer industry as a whole.
2008 Hardware Roundup Overview 2008 Hardware Roundup Overview
By Kirsten Fox Multi-core processors, powerful GPUs, graphics processor changes, global workstations, split screen workstations, the power/speed/heat curve—the CAD computer hardware world is constantly evolving.
Using Substitute Levels of Detail in Autodesk Inventor 2009 Using Substitute Levels of Detail in Autodesk Inventor 2009
By Caleb Funk It is a simple problem to understand; the larger and more complex an assembly becomes, more computing resources are required to manage it.
Why 3D? I am Faster Drawing it on 2D! Why 3D? I am Faster Drawing it on 2D!
By George Sanchez, MSD AE for U.S. CAD I am still amazed about how many times I find myself talking to potential customers about 3D parametric modeling versus 2D.
ITI TranscenData Talks Interoperability ITI TranscenData Talks Interoperability
Submitted By ITI TranscenData ITI TranscenData discusses their history of interoperability.
Simple and Complete Product Documentation Simple and Complete Product Documentation
Submitted By QuadriSpace Corporation This white paper will discuss how product documentation can benefit your company and what software attributes should be considered when choosing a solution.
No more gaps No more gaps
By David A. Selliman, Vice President and James Ackron, Senior Applications Engineer Now 3D models can be provided to the CAE department with a click of a button.
Eliminating Barriers of Interoperability Eliminating Barriers of Interoperability
By Ken Feitz, Marketing Manager, TransMagic, Inc. Globalization in the manufacturing industry is increasing the need for 3D interoperability and collaboration.
Using Ultra-Lightweight 3D Data Effectively Using Ultra-Lightweight 3D Data Effectively
By Bill Barnes, General Manager, Lattice Technology See how ultra-lightweight 3D data can improve your digital prototyping process.
CAD Interoperability: Progress and Projections CAD Interoperability: Progress and Projections
By David Prawel, Longview Advisors, Inc. David Prawel's insightful outlook about interoperability trends.
Proficiency Inc. Whitepaper Discusses CAD Interoperability Proficiency Inc. Whitepaper Discusses CAD Interoperability
By Proficiency Inc. The competitive business advantage of improved product knowledge integration (PKI)
Proficiency Proficiency
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer A profile of Proficiency, a company who strives to create perfect data translations.
2008 Interoperability Special Report 2008 Interoperability Special Report
By ConnectPress Staff Most engineers must recreate designs due to poor interoperability. In this annual roundup, learn new developments and trends that can increase production.
2008 3D and Interoperability Conference 2008 3D and Interoperability Conference
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer A summary of some of the events at the 2008 3D and Interoperability Conference.
Evaluating Interoperability Evaluating Interoperability
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer Nathan Hartman of Purdue University discusses how he and a team of researchers went about evaluating the leading lightweight formats.
QuickARC Custom Models QuickARC Custom Models
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress With QuickARC’s online quoting system you can get instant quotes within minutes and physical models within days.
Groundbreaking Analysis Tool Now with CAD Connectivity Groundbreaking Analysis Tool Now with CAD Connectivity
By Cynthea Kinnaman Latest edition of Maplesoft’s flagship product breaks new ground in engineering software with extensive new feature set.
INDAK uses Adobe Acrobat 3D to generate CAD files. INDAK uses Adobe Acrobat 3D to generate CAD files.
By Adobe Engineering design firm speeds review cycles and reduces costs using Adobe Acrobat 3D software for CAD interoperability and communication.
The Importance of PMI The Importance of PMI
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer John Callen weighs in on the importance of PMI and how it is being over-looked in the CAD industry.
Tag Team for Electro-Mechanical Controls Design Tag Team for Electro-Mechanical Controls Design
By George Sanchez, Application Engineer – U.S. CAD George Sanchez explains how AutoCAD Electrical and Inventor Routed Systems became his tool of choice in the electro-mechanical design field.
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3D PartStream.net 3D PartStream.net
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer A profile of SolidWorks’ offerings for users looking to create digital parts catalogs and download pre-created CAD geometry.
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By Cynthea Kinnaman Unique solution builds digital library from scanned data.
TraceParts TraceParts
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Turn CAD Downloads into Sales Turn CAD Downloads into Sales
By Cynthea Kinnaman Catalog Data Solutions shows industrial suppliers how to convert CAD downloads into sales.
Catalog Data Solutions White Paper Catalog Data Solutions White Paper
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Top Tips for Using Digital Libraries Top Tips for Using Digital Libraries
By Cynthea Kinnaman and John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writers Some of the big names in the digital parts industry weigh-in with advice on how to optimize the digital parts experience.
Digital Parts Catalog Special Report Digital Parts Catalog Special Report
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CAD Validation CAD Validation
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer Doug Cheney of ITI TranscenData talks about the importance and challenges of CAD validation.
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Channeling the Pacific Channeling the Pacific
By John Myers, ConnectPress Staff Writer A profile of Autodesk Preferred Reseller, U.S. CAD.
White Paper: Benefits of Autodesk Inventor Simulation Suite White Paper: Benefits of Autodesk Inventor Simulation Suite
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PLM Rapid Deployment Framework for a Global Application PLM Rapid Deployment Framework for a Global Application
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GrafiCalc Solves Analysis Problems GrafiCalc Solves Analysis Problems
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Wohlers Report 2007 Executive Summary Wohlers Report 2007 Executive Summary
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Increasing Analysis Capabilities Increasing Analysis Capabilities
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Electromagnetic Analysis Electromagnetic Analysis
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The Case for Simulation Lifecycle Management The Case for Simulation Lifecycle Management
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Surface Wrapping for Industrial CAE Surface Wrapping for Industrial CAE
By Stephen Ferguson and Joel Davison, CD-adapco, London, UK Surface preparation and CAD repair are often identified as the most significant bottlenecks in the CAE process....
Nastran Tip Nastran Tip
By Pari Rajaram, HP Increase performance with cluster configuration.
Design to Prevent Fatigue Design to Prevent Fatigue
By SolidWorks Corporation Determine fatigue strength and calculate fatigue life
Tame the Beast Tame the Beast
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Off the Drawing Board Off the Drawing Board
By Kirsten Fox How analysis is changing engineering.
Calculation Tools for Engineers Calculation Tools for Engineers
By Cynthea Kinnaman While pocket calculators are well-suited for quick calculations, the large engineering organization requires ever more sophisticated tools.