MODO 801 Gets More Refined
January 1, 2015
The visualization software now has streamlined Snapping, updated UV mapping and Nodal Shading features.
NASA’s Weight Loss Plan for Future Missions
January 1, 2015
The US space agency explores composite materials as the foundation for propulsion systems.
Optimize by Land and Sea
January 1, 2015
Topology optimization goes under the hood and sets sail.
3D Printing Takes Off
January 1, 2015
Aerospace companies turn to additive manufacturing to make lighter parts at a lower cost.
How to Set Realistic Boundary Conditions for FEA
January 1, 2015
When applying boundaries, a variety of methods can be used to ensure accuracy.
3 Approaches to Lightweighting
January 1, 2015
Get a close-up look at optimizing mass with solidThinking, netfabb and Autodesk design tools.
3D Printing Advances Design
January 1, 2015
EDAG’s Genesis project investigates additive manufacturing for the automotive industry.
Engineering Gadgets and Gifts
December 19, 2014
A lighthearted look at some impressive feats of engineering for this holiday season.
Optimization Leaders
December 8, 2014
Desktop Engineering profiles leaders in design engineering optimization in this special sponsored section.
MSC Rethinks CAE Software with Apex
December 1, 2014
Company says its different approach to simulation software is already speeding up design studies.
Aerospace Engineers Collaborate on the Dream Chaser Spacecraft
December 1, 2014
Sierra Nevada Corp.’s Dream Team works together on an international effort to bring back a shuttle-like spacecraft.
Engineering Tests Roll into Early-Stage Design
December 1, 2014
Testing is moving out of its silo and into the early design workflow to help minimize costly, late-stage design changes.
Structural Optimization: Philosophy or Science?
December 1, 2014
To achieve the best structural analysis, engineers must rely on more than software programs.
Lockheed Tackles Test Data Complexity
December 1, 2014
Data management software helps accelerate test data analysis on F-35 program.
Democratization of Simulation Takes Flight
December 1, 2014
The technology for analysis and simulation is becoming more accessible -- though how do we close the gap between analysts and engineers?
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