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DE News Roundup: December 3, 2018

December 5, 2018 · PTC acquires generative design software maker Frustum, TechSoft adds AR-VR support to HOOPS SDK, HP partners with Autodesk for 3D printing workflow, hybrid Centaur-like robot from Bostondynamics and Youbionic

5G Resources: PTC on 5G’s Impact—Faster Apps, Better AR-VR

December 3, 2018 · 5G network expected to improve AR-VR experience, better industrial IoT apps, and better digital twin applications. ThingWorks developer PTC discusses 5G's impact. ABI Research publishes forecast on 5G network slicing's benefits.

Frustum Acquisition to Add Generative Design Muscle to PTC Creo

November 20, 2018 · Slated to debut in future versions of the PTC Creo CAD tool, Frustum's AI-based generative design capabilities will make it easier for engineers to innovate product breakthroughs.

PTC Offers Free ThingWorx Starter Kit to Massachusetts Manufacturers

October 23, 2018 · Commonwealth of Massachusetts Lt. Governor Karyn Polito, local government dignitaries, and PTC executives to host Advanced Manufacturing Showcase.

Developing the Internet of Things

October 1, 2018 · Engineers are creating more use cases for the industrial internet of things; but what roadblocks do they still need to consider?

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Best-in-Class Connected PLM: Collaborative, Productive and Transformative

September 6, 2018 · A connected PLM environment could be the key to making your digital transformation initiative a success.

Engineering with Excel

September 1, 2018 · With the right tools and best practices, organizations can move the digital thread forward and keep Excel.

PTC Creo 5.0: New and Improved

September 1, 2018 · PTC Creo 5.0, PTC's latest release, offers new features and a wide range of extensions.

ABI Research Ranks Smart Manufacturing Platforms

August 13, 2018 · The “Smart Manufacturing Platform Ranking” competitive assessment ranked 11 major vendors in the sector: ABB Ability, Bosch IoT Suite, Emerson Plantweb, Fujitsu Colmina, GE Predix, Hitachi Lumada, PTC ThingWorx, SAP Leonardo, Schneider Electric EcoStruxure, Siemens Mindsphere and Telit deviceWISE, based on ABI Research's proven innovation/implementation criteria framework.

Renderings that Fool the Eyes and Minds

August 1, 2018 · Digital artists discuss their tools and tricks.

Speeding Up Simulation

August 1, 2018 · Simulation software providers are embracing the potential of GPUs to provide faster results and visualization.

Materials Grab Leading Role in Early-Stage Design

August 1, 2018 · The rise of advanced materials and additive manufacturing practices is facilitating new tools and design workflows, making materials information more accessible.

Don’t Be Too Busy To Improve

June 28, 2018 · It takes an enormous effort to successfully introduce a disruptive technology to a busy workflow. Is the problem that engineers don’t think they need the new software, or are they just too stuck in their ways—or too busy—to change their workflow in order to incorporate it?

PTC Builds Partnerships to Advance Pace of Innovation

June 20, 2018 · PTC's Jim Heppelmann made a series of announcements, led by partnerships with ANSYS and Microsoft, that are designed to advance PTC’s transformation.

Dassault Systemes Closes Acquisition of No Magic to Bolster IoT Lineup

June 20, 2018 · CAD and PLM firm Dassault Systemes finalizes acquisition of MBSE (Model-Based Systems Engineering) software maker No Magic, bolstering its offerings to attract IoT and connected device developers.

PTC Partners to Advance Pace of Innovation

June 20, 2018 · PTC's Jim Heppelmann made a series of announcements, led by partnerships with ANSYS and Microsoft, that are designed to advance PTC’s transformation.

ANSYS and PTC Unveil Integrated Simulation-Driven Design Solution at LiveWorx

June 18, 2018 · Jointly, ANSYS and PTC will deliver ANSYS Discovery Live real-time simulation within PTC’s Creo 3D CAD software.

PTC and Rockwell Automation Set Up Partnership

June 12, 2018 · As part of the partnership, Rockwell Automation will make a $1 billion equity investment in PTC.

3MF Format for 3D Printing: What it is, How to Use it

June 1, 2018 · As more 3D printing equipment supports color, texture, multiple materials and other developments, 3MF will play a key role in simplifying the process for everyone.


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