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Trimble SketchUp Unveils Visualization Capabilities

February 28, 2025 · The 3D modeling software now provides designers with photorealistic materials and environment lighting options, the company notes.

Creaform Debuts Pro Version of Scan-to-CAD Module

February 28, 2025 · Creaform’s Scan-to-CAD software module is a 3D scan data processing software that creates a bridge between the 3D scan acquisition and the CAD or rapid prototyping (3D printing) software.

MachineWorks Debuts Polygonica Reference App

February 26, 2025 · Polygonica is a component software library for working with polygon meshes that helps companies solve complex 2D and 3D geometrical problems, MachineWorks says.

Backflip AI Model Turns Text Into Physical Reality

February 24, 2025 · Repeat unicorn founders in hard tech joined by a team of AI researchers from MIT to build design tool for creating real things.

Creaform.OS and the Creaform Metrology Suite Released

February 24, 2025 · Creaform offers a fully integrated 3D measurement operating system and application software.

AI-Powered Design: Expert Takes

February 21, 2025 · Several vendors offer a deeper perspective on how AI-powered design relates to and impacts generative design, topology optimization and more.

Altair Unveils Altair HyperWorks 2025

February 20, 2025 · The release combines artificial intelligence (AI), high-performance computing (HPC), and multiphysics simulation with cloud-based scalability and digital thread connectivity.

Sigmetrix Launches VariSight v1.0 Software

February 14, 2025 · VariSight v1.0 is the initial release of a new product for enterprise-wide management of mechanical variation data.

ENCY Software Releases Update 1.0.5 for CAD/CAM/OLP Solutions

February 10, 2025 · ENCY Software is a European developer of CAD/CAM/offline programming (OLP) solutions for automating CNC machine and industrial robot programming.

The Changing Role of the Data Center in Design

February 7, 2025 · Powerful desktops and cloud computing offer new options for compute-intensive design and simulation tasks.

Trace.Space Raises Seed Round

February 7, 2025 · Company aims to enhance product development with AI.

Onshape Introduces Onshape CAM Studio

February 7, 2025 · Product, in beta phase, built as a cloud-native design-to-manufacturing solution, company says.

Altair Announces 2025 Enlighten Award Open for Submissions

February 4, 2025 · Award spotlights the automotive industry’s innovations in sustainable, lightweight design, company shares.

Mastercam Acquires Several CAD Properties

February 3, 2025 · Mastercam’s growth strategy combines organic advancements with targeted acquisitions to expand its capabilities and provide solutions.

Skip the Mesh, Print from CAD

January 31, 2025 · Skipping the mesh and printing from CAD, some argue, is long overdue.

January Special Focus Issue: Simulation and Design Software Innovations

January 31, 2025 · In this Special Focus Issue, we take a look at the latest innovations in simulation and design software, including artificial intelligence. Articles include low-cost CAD options, collaborative simulation, online CAE education, and more.

JT File Importer Updated in KISTERS 3D CAD Visualization App

January 31, 2025 · The new JT importer maximizes efficiency under multithreading demands.

Autodesk Vault Now Integrated with Canvas Envision Platform

January 27, 2025 · New integration allows Canvas Envision users to maintain links between model-based content in Envision documents and product data stored on Autodesk Vault.

GoEngineer Acquires CAD MicroSolutions

January 23, 2025 · This strategic move strengthens GoEngineer’s presence in North America, according to the company.

Datakit Update Available

January 21, 2025 · Release 2025.1 is a continuation of the improvements enabling precision of 2D/3D data exchange.


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