October 2007

By DE Editors

Cover Story: Rendering
Bunkspeed hyperShot
by Al Dean
An image-rendering system that can bring in 3D CAD data for photorealistic images in seconds.

RP&M
Maximizing RP Service-Bureau Savvy
by Pamela J. Waterman
Your designs plus their know-how add up to timely parts production.

Digital Design
Bigger, Better and Free
by David Cohn
Autodesk Design Review 2008 adds even more power to its design collaboration tool and makes it free.

Reverse Engineering
The Right Fit
by Kristine Spangard
Interference problems solved, two parts can now work together.

Analysis
Measuring Wall Thickness
by Bob Thomas
Ray and sphere processes for measuring can cut time from days to hours.

Rapid Engineering
Fast Engineering for Winning Cars
by Sara Ferris
Data integration cuts time spent designing Formula One racecars.

CFD
Better Printheads Via Simulation
by Herman Wijshoff
FLOW-3D helped double the print speed of a new wide-format printer without sacrificing quality.

Data Management
Is There Life After PLM?
by Nancy Rouse-Talley
Product lifecycle management is not dead; according to Autodesk, it never really existed.

Product Development
Hitting Your Targets
by Mike Janitz
A method for documenting, tracking, and recording your process.

Mathematics
Model-based Design Takes a Front Seat
by Paul Barnard
Streamlining the development of mechanical, electronic, and embedded design systems.

LCD Monitor
Premium Picture at a Premium Price
by David Cohn
This new 24-in. LCD monitor from NEC delivers incredible color and rock-solid performance.

Commentary
From Design Team to Team Design
by Uli Mahle, CoCreate Software