PTC Acquires Planet Metrics’ Technology

The core of PTC’s Insight Product Analytics solution is built upon delivering a suite of capabilities to enable bill of material (BOM) analysis for environmental performance, cost, and reliability throughout the product lifecycle.  Extending the environmental analytics capabilities of InSight, PTC has acquired technology from Planet Metrics,... [Read more]

Autodesk Alias Sketch for AutoCAD Debuts on Autodesk Labs

Alias Sketch for AutoCAD Technology Preview enables you to take advantage of the power of Alias technology directly in AutoCAD software. Part of the Autodesk solution for Digital Prototyping, Autodesk Alias Design software is the industrial design standard for communicating designs easily via sketches, illustrations, photorealistic renderings,... [Read more]

Online CAD Libraries of Pro/E Models for High School Programs

FIRST strives to engage students in grades K-12 in exciting and innovative programs designed around the use of robotics to develop science and technology skills and motivate students to pursue careers in science, technology, and engineering. PTC is a sponsor and the highest level supplier – Crown level – of the FIRST Robotics Competition.... [Read more]

ideas* uses Inventor on Advanced Construction Recycling Facility

ideas*, an Australian engineering services firm, used Inventor software to develop the world’s most advanced construction recycling facility.  ideas* designed and engineered the facility for the Alex Fraser Group. The size of four football fields, the new facility uses the most modern technology to more efficiently recycle unprecedented... [Read more]

SimulationX 3.3 Helps Improve Modeling Processes

The palette of ready-to-use, real-time capable models, and physical components was expanded by 10%. Highlight of the new release is the first independent SimulationX Modelica Edition. The software installs via a single automatic setup according to your particular needs and profile.SimulationX 3.3 is available in two editions — SimulationX Professional... [Read more]

3Dconnexion Announces New 3D Mouse Capabilities for SolidWorks

ANAHEIM, CA – 3Dconnexion announced new 3D mouse capabilities for SolidWorks, bringing increased navigation intelligence to the design process. With this new feature, 3Dconnexion 3D mice can now automatically follow a designer’s point of interest and continuously determine the optimal center of rotation, enabling an easier and more intuitive... [Read more]

"Let’s Go Design" Interactive Series from SolidWorks

Ever thought of a product you’d like to create but don’t have the time or resources to make it happen? Submit your idea to SolidWorks here and include any drawings or files that may help explain your concept. This spring SolidWorks will select finalists from all of the ideas received and then ask the community to vote on which they’d... [Read more]

Lear Corporation Purchases VISTAGY’s Seat Design Environment

VISTAGY, Inc., announced that Lear Corporation, a supplier of automotive seating systems and electrical power management systems, has purchased VISTAGY’s Seat Design Environment (SDE) for use in its engineering operations. As one the world’s largest fully integrated seating suppliers, Lear works with leading automakers globally to supply... [Read more]

Professor’s Work on Computer-aided Arthroscopy Could Shed New Light on Hip Surgery

By its nature, arthroscopic surgery is a procedure that allows surgeons to repair or remove tissue from a joint with minimal disruption to other critical parts. The surgeon inserts instruments and a small camera through tiny portals or incisions, monitoring the instruments’ movements on a television screen. The procedure generally presents a lower... [Read more]

KBMax Configurator Automates Autodesk Inventor 2010

Austin, TX – Citius Corporation announced their software integrates with Autodesk Inventor 2010 software. Manufacturers use Autodesk Inventor 2010 to create digital prototypes for a wide range of engineer to order products. KBMax will automate those custom designs and accelerate corresponding price quote processes. More efficient engineering and... [Read more]