Rand Simulation, a division of Rand Worldwide, announces that it has launched the Ansys Development and Ongoing Proficiency Training (ADOPT) program. As an Ansys Certified Elite Channel Partner, Rand Simulation developed this program to provide customers using the Ansys simulation toolset along with on-going help ranging from onboarding to navigating complex projects. With guidance from […]
IronCAD unveils product update for IRONCAD 2021
IronCAD announced the release of the first update for IronCAD’s newest 2021 edition. The IRONCAD 2021 Product Update #1 (PU1) features enhancements and capabilities that enable IronCAD users to accelerate productivity in the design process in both 3D and 2D. Created with a focus on design productivity and usability, IronCAD 2021 PU1 has improvements in […]
NVIDIA launches Omniverse design collaboration and simulation platform
NVIDIA announced the coming general availability of NVIDIA Omniverse Enterprise, a technology platform that enables global 3D design teams working across multiple software suites to collaborate in real time in a shared virtual space. NVIDIA Omniverse Enterprise makes it possible for 3D production teams, which are often geographically dispersed, to work seamlessly together on complex […]
EPLAN eManage: Easily upload, share and manage projects in the cloud
The digital transformation of engineering continues to advance. As part of its cloud services, EPLAN is presenting a new service for cross-project collaboration – EPLAN eManage – which lets users upload EPLAN Platform projects into the cloud environment to share and work on them there. The free version was launched mid-March – and an expanded, […]
Spatial computing supports large spaces
PTC announced the newest addition to its Vuforia augmented reality (AR) enterprise platform, the Vuforia Engine Area Targets offering. This program supports the creation of immersive augmented reality (AR) experiences for spaces up to 300,000 square feet. Through the use of Area Targets, industrial organizations can create AR interfaces within their facilities to enable employees […]
Maple Flow provides a flexible mathematics tool for engineering projects
Maplesoft announced Maple Flow, a mathematics tool that allows engineers to more easily brainstorm, develop, and document their mathematics and analyses. Maple Flow provides a virtual, whiteboard-style environment that automatically keeps calculations live as users refine, reposition, and develop their calculations. Maplesoft also announced a new release of the math software Maple. Maple Flow provides […]
EPD suites powered by AutoCAD OEM
CAD Design Software (CDS), a leader in Electronic Design Automation (EDA) software solutions, announced four new Electronics Packaging Designer (EPD) suites, EPD for Windows Suites, powered by AutoCAD OEM. The EPD Suites give designers the option to have a complete printed circuit board (PCB) design solution, or just focus on specific tasks such as bond […]
CATIA V5: How to control video file size
By Iouri Apanovitch, Senior Technical Training Engineer, Rand 3D The built-in CATIA video recorder is an essential tool when working with animations in kinematics, fitting simulator, human modeling, etc. When the default video settings are used, however, the resulting video files are quite large, making them difficult to share through a company. Here’s how to […]
Dassault Systèmes and “The Inventor” launch the “3D Design Challenge” celebrating Leonardo da Vinci
In celebration of Leonardo da Vinci’s ingenuity that has fascinated the world for centuries, Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE Lab has teamed up with “The Inventor” – a new animated film about Leonardo from Jim Capobianco, the Academy Award-nominated writer of the Pixar film “Ratatouille” – Foliascope and Château du Clos Lucé – Parc Leonardo da Vinci […]
Siemens extends Simcenter STAR-CCM+ capabilities
Siemens Digital Industries Software announces the availability of the latest release of Simcenter STAR-CCM+ software. This release of the multi-physics computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software includes new features to help engineers model the complexity of today’s products and explore design possibilities to engineer innovation faster than ever. Simcenter STAR-CCM+ is part of the Simcenter portfolio […]
MecSoft releases VisualCAM 2021 For SOLIDWORKS
MecSoft Corporation, the developer of industry leading CAM software solutions, has announced the availability of VisualCAM 2021 for SOLIDWORKS, the latest version of MecSoft’s Gold certified Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) product for SOLIDWORKS 2018-2021. Release highlights include: –A New separately priced module for Adaptive Roughing in 3 Axis milling –New Face-Top machining method in 2-½ […]
COMSOL announces COMSOL Days 2021: 40+ online events on Multiphysics simulation
COMSOL is excited to announce COMSOL Days 2021. These 1-day virtual events feature live technical presentations, keynote talks from invited speakers, and panel discussions focused on using multiphysics modeling and simulation to accelerate product development and advance research. Parallel tracks cover the latest news in COMSOL Multiphysics® and include sessions for attendees who are looking […]
Announcing COMSOL Days 2021: 40+ Online Events on Multiphysics Simulation
COMSOL is excited to announce COMSOL Days 2021. These 1-day virtual events feature live technical presentations, keynote talks from invited speakers, and panel discussions focused on using multiphysics modeling and simulation to accelerate product development and advance research. Parallel tracks cover the latest news in COMSOL Multiphysics and include sessions for attendees who are looking […]
What AR/VR needs to do to for greater adoption
by Ron Fritz, CEO, Tech Soft 3D “Perpetually on the verge of a breakthrough.” That might be the phrase that comes to mind when describing the journey of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) towards widespread adoption in industrial settings. Over the past two decades, there have been several moments when AR/VR seemed like […]
Avoiding singularities in FEA boundary conditions
FEA boundaries can usually be obtained using simple fixed constraints. But, this can result in singularities that produce erroneous results. To determine whether results show a real stress concentration or a singularity, an accurate solution can usually be obtained by either using elastic supports or modeling contact between components. Dr. Jody Muelaner, PhD CEng MIMechE […]
A view on where AR/VR is headed, roundtable discussion from those who know
Recently, Ron Fritz, CEO of Tech Soft 3D, hosted a roundtable discussion with five other industry executives to discuss the current state of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR). The core question at hand: whether AR/VR is finally poised for its breakthrough moment – and if so, what barriers might need to be removed […]
MecSoft releases VisualCAD/CAM 2021
MecSoft Corporation, a developer of industry-leading CAM software solutions, announced the availability of VisualCAD/CAM 2021, the latest version of MecSoft’s complete standalone Computer Aided Design (CAD)/ Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) product. Release highlights include: –New and enhanced CAD features –A New separately priced module for Adaptive Roughing in 3 Axis milling –New Face-Top machining method […]
Workstation makes custom bike design easy
While 2020 wasn’t without its challenges, we also saw innovation at its best as companies across industries incorporated emerging technologies and developed new workflows to ensure business continued to move forward amid all the chaos caused by the pandemic. One such company is Predator Cycling, a manufacturer and designer of high-end custom carbon fiber bicycles […]
Developing a Parametric Model of a Bicycle and Human
A general-purpose parametric SolidWorks model has been created to enable rapid evaluation of novel bicycle concepts. It can be used for ergonomics, checking clearances, aerodynamics, kinematic and degrees of freedom studies, and product visualization. Dr. Jody Muelaner, PhD CEng MIMechE For this study in ergonomics, a set of anthropometric models from 3D Human Model were […]
Drawing Navigator unveils automatic database creation for legacy CAD drawings
Drawing Navigator, LLC announces the release of Drawing Navigator version 1.2 with automated database creation. The new update allows users to easily convert legacy CAD PDF drawings from stacks of hard to find parts into an easily searchable database. Drawing Navigator allows a free-flowing experience throughout a drawing structure, providing both bill-of-material and where-used links […]
Introducing hyperMILL 2021.1 CAD/CAM software suite
OPEN MIND Technologies AG, a leading developer of CAD/CAM software solutions, has introduced its latest hyperMILL 2021.1 CAD/CAM software suite which offers users new and enhanced features for efficient 3D, 5-axis and mill/turn machining. Key innovations include a new “Interactive Edit Toolpath” capability which enables toolpath editing after initial toolpath generation. Especially productive for optimizing […]
The latest release of Simcenter 3D 2021
Siemens Digital Industries Software announces the availability of the latest release of Simcenter 3D software, part of the Simcenter portfolio of simulation and test solutions. Simcenter 3D and the Simcenter portfolio are part of the Xcelerator portfolio, Siemens’ integrated portfolio of software, services and application development platform. In the 2021 release, Simcenter 3D continues to further […]
Siemens expands Convergent Modeling in Parasolid to increase productivity with mixed geometric data formats
Siemens Digital Industries Software has updated Parasolid software, its open software technology for geometric modeling. The latest release expands on the exciting potential of Convergent Modeling for applications such as generative engineering, 3D printing and reverse engineering with new tools for integrating previously incompatible facet and B-rep data formats within a single modeling session. This […]
How to simulate multiple physical forces
Multiphysics simulations are becoming more complex, and take place earlier in the design cycle Jean Thilmany, Senior Editor Using multiphysics simulation software in tandem with design keeps engineers from following hypotheses that lead to dead ends. Of course, that significantly cuts development time, especially for complex products on which many physical forces come together: for […]
Latest release of IronCAD helps move 3D designs to production faster
IronCAD, a 3D CAD productivity platform for metal fabricators and custom machinery manufacturers, announces the release of IRONCAD 2021, which contains many exciting improvements and capabilities that help customers drive innovation and move to production faster. Every year, IronCAD global customers submit feedback with enhancement improvements that matter the most for increasing the design productivity […]