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Computer-aided design (CAD) is used by engineers, architects, artists and others to create precise drawings or technical illustrations. CAD software can be used to create two- or three-dimensional models.
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Hypertherm Releases ProNest 2021
This marks a major version update of its advanced CAD/CAM nesting software.
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ODA Adds Shadow Support to Visualize SDK
Visualize SDK offers more realistic scene rendering for engineering applications.
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Faster Waveform Roughing in EDGECAM 2021
A number of productivity boosts have been achieved by reducing calculation time with EDGECAM 2021’s enhanced parallel-processing capability.
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Datakit Announces Version 2020.2 of its 2D and 3D Data Exchange Software
It adds support for the latest versions of CATIA V5, CGR and NX formats.
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Open Design Alliance Joins LOT Network
LOT Network is a nonprofit community of companies that builds a protective barrier for its members against patent assertion entities.
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Editor’s Pick: Browser-based CAD collaborative viewing without compromises
Kisters VisShare is recognized as a modern, high-performance approach to 3D data collaboration.
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ZVerse and Forecast 3D Form Partnership for CAD as a Service
This strategic partnership will give Forecast 3D customers direct access to the CADaaS platform on the Forecast 3D website.
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Stage Set for Continued CAD Industry Growth
CAD market shipments increased 9% sequentially from 2018 to 2019.
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Pushing the Design Envelope On the Go
With a new generation of visual designers, working anywhere in the world, CAD in the Cloud is emerging as a...
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Mixed Experiences Ring in New Era of Design Collaboration
AR/VR brings enhanced visual context to design collaboration, reducing time-to-delivery cycles and resulting in better products.
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