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A Closer Look at SolidWorks 2010 (Beta) -- 4: Decal and depth of field simulation in PhotoWorks 2010. In the latest release lets you digitally project 2D images on 3D parts, a handy tool for placing logos and text on your design. Depth of field simulation lets you deliberate blur objects in the distance, creating an effect that mimics out-of-focus objects.
For other features in SolidWorks 2010, read “SolidWorks 2010: Sustainability and Productivity Take Center Stage,” August 26, 2009, “A Look at Multibody Sheet Metal in SolidWorks 2010,” September 29, 2009, and "Design Study in SolidWorks 2010," October 6, 2009.
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