MasterCAM: Wireframes, Surfaces, and Solids – What Are They?

In most cases – and especially when a customer has provided only a description or 2D drawing of a part – the first step...

Mastercam: Saving Your Shop’s Best Practices

Your shop’s intellectual labor is valuable. Protect it. By saving your best practices in a digital database, you streamline your production process and ensure...

New Artec Micro II 3D Scanner: Precision, Speed, & Innovation in 3D Scanning

Artec 3D recently announced the new Micro II 3D scanner. This professional desktop scanner, designed for digitizing small objects, has unmatched precision, lightning-fast speed,...

Executable Digital Twin (xDT) to the rescue

 By Philipp MuchaIt’s another long day at ShipFive Design & Shipbuilding1. The design engineering team has gone through countless iterations to develop their latest...

Robust Workflows – Using SpaceClaim Scripting with Ansys Mechanical

 SpaceClaim/Discovery scripting in Ansys involves using scripts to automate and customize geometric operations in Ansys SpaceClaim/Discovery, which are 3D modeling and geometry editing software....

NX | Tips and Tricks | Template Parts

 By Jimmy CostelloOur latest NX™ software Tips and Tricks video demonstrates what Template Parts are, why you should use them, and how they can...

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Computer Aided Design News

Robust Workflows – Using SpaceClaim Scripting with Ansys Mechanical

 SpaceClaim/Discovery scripting in Ansys involves using scripts to automate and customize geometric operations in Ansys SpaceClaim/Discovery, which are 3D modeling and geometry editing software. It allows users to create, modify, and manipulate geometry more efficiently and robustly. These scripts...

NX | Tips and Tricks | Template Parts

 By Jimmy CostelloOur latest NX™ software Tips and Tricks video demonstrates what Template Parts are, why you should use them, and how they can improve your workflows.Predefined start parts that contain prerequisites and specific part settings saves valuable time...

Creo Ansys Simulation: Everything You Need to Know About Creo Ansys

 Creo Ansys Simulation puts the gold standard of simulation technologies right into the Creo environment designers and engineers are used to. It offers high-fidelity, high-accuracy simulations that guide you as you refine and validate designs across the product development...

Inventor 2024.1 What’s New – 3DCAD.news

 What has the Inventor development team been doing since we released Inventor 2024?  They kept the pedal to the metal!  It’s now 3 ½ months later and we’re excited to announce the release of Inventor 2024.1!  This point release...

NX | Tips and Tricks

By Jimmy CostelloOur latest NX™ software Tips and Tricks video demonstrates some of the essential preferences and settings for getting started with managed mode in NX. Selecting the right settings is integral to overall design efficiency and productivity. Watch the...

Computer Aided Manufacturing News

MasterCAM: Wireframes, Surfaces, and Solids – What Are They?

In most cases – and especially when a customer has provided only a description or 2D drawing of a part – the first step in the machining process is to build a digital model of the desired part. This...

Mastercam: Saving Your Shop’s Best Practices

Your shop’s intellectual labor is valuable. Protect it. By saving your best practices in a digital database, you streamline your production process and ensure that your hard work won’t be forgotten or lost. One of the best ways to...

Mastercam 2025 Public Beta: 3 Features to Explore

The Public Beta program for Mastercam 2025 is now available! Here’s a look at how to participate in our Public Beta program and the top new features we are most excited...

ModuleWorks, Manufacturing Automation Laboratories (MAL) Extend Partnership

 AACHEN, Germany, Mar 13, 2024 – ModuleWorks, a leading supplier of software components for digital manufacturing, has extended its partnership with MAL Inc., a developer specializing in physics-based virtual machining and optimization solutions.The extended partnership makes ModuleWorks exclusive reseller of...

Mastercam Appoints Susan Brandt as New President

TOLLAND, CT, USA, Mar 12, 2024 – Mastercam, the leading global provider of CAM software, announces the appointment of Susan Brandt as its new President, effective February 12. This strategic move will leverage Brandt’s extensive experience to drive Mastercam’s...

Simulation News

Executable Digital Twin (xDT) to the rescue

 By Philipp MuchaIt’s another long day at ShipFive Design & Shipbuilding1. The design engineering team has gone through countless iterations to develop their latest innovation, retrofitting an older batch of successful offshore supply vessels.A new bilge keel design was...

How is the product development process evolving at small and medium businesses?

By Bhavuk NagpalIn today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the integration of cutting-edge engineering technologies has become pivotal for companies striving to maintain their competitive edge. Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), once constrained by limited access to advanced tools and...

Taking a Closer Look at MEMS Technology with COMSOL Multiphysics®

When you speak up in a virtual meeting, recite voice commands into smart devices, or talk over the phone, there’s a good chance it’s MEMS technology that picks up your voice. This is due to the frequent use of...

Embraer Selects Dassault’s SIMULIA Fluid Dynamics Simulation Technology to Support Quieter eVTOL Aircraft Development...

VELIZY-VILLACOUBLAY, France, Mar 14, 2024 — Dassault Systèmes (Euronext Paris: FR0014003TT8, DSY.PA) and Embraer (NYSE: ERJ; B3: EMBR3) announced today that Dassault Systèmes’ simulation technology has been utilized to simulate, analyze and test virtually Eve Air Mobility’s (NYSE: EVEX) electric vertical take-off and landing...

ESTECO Releases VOLTA, modeFRONTIER 2024R1

TRIESTE, Italy, Mar 15, 2024 – ESTECO is pleased to announce that, the new VOLTA and modeFRONTIER 2024R1 release is now available. VOLTA introduces several new features for system administrators, adding operational flexibility and user autonomy. modeFRONTIER comes with UX,...

PDM/PLM News

Windchill 13: All the New Windchill 13 Features and Improvements

Windchill 13, the latest Windchill PLM release, focuses on significant UX improvements to increase productivity and collaboration. It’s designed to power your digital thread and enable the seamless flow of information across the enterprise. Here are the details on...

Teamcenter Decoded: A Quick Guide to Understanding Teamcenter PLM

Teamcenter, a PLM (Product Life cycle Management) solution used extensively at major OEMs and by small and large suppliers across industries. But what does Teamcenter do? We thought you would appreciate a straightforward understanding of its functionality.At its core,...

📄 Teamcenter Document Management – quality & compliance

 By Trish Laedtke Optimize your quality and compliance processes with Teamcenter document management Support your ISO (International Organization for Standardization) and CM2 (Configuration Management 2) processes with Teamcenter Document Management!If you’re like millions of manufacturing organizations, you want your customers to...

Aerospace & Defense PLM Action Group Celebrates 10th Anniversary

 ANN ARBOR, MI, USA, Feb 28, 2024 — The Aerospace & Defense (A&D) PLM Action Group proudly announces its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of collaborative excellence in addressing the key Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) challenges within the A&D sector.The A&D...

Aras Announces Strategic Enhancements to PLM Platform, Introducing Expanded Digital Thread, Low-Code and Supplier...

ANDOVER, MA   —   Tuesday, March 5, 2024. Aras, a leader in product lifecycle management (PLM) and digital thread solutions, announced today new enhancements for Aras Innovator®, its open and adaptable platform for deploying PLM and digital thread solutions....

Engineering News

The value creation of linking cost and sustainability in product design

By Emilia MaierToday’s focus is increasingly shifting to sustainability and the environmental impact of companies and the products they launch on the market. Based on this, companies are forced to rethink the design of their products and the experience...

Trimble Introduces Roadworks 3D Paving Control Platform for Mills and Cold Planers

WESTMINSTER, CO, USA, Feb 21, 2024 – Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced the availability of the Trimble Roadworks Paving Control Platform for Mills and Cold Planers, extending the functionality of Trimble’s next-generation, 3D paving control system. Trimble Roadworks for Mills and...

Tata Elxsi Launches New Global Design & Engineering Center in Pune, India for Advancements...

Pune, February 13, 2024: Tata Elxsi, amongst the world’s leading design and technology service providers, strategically expands its presence in Pune with the inauguration of a new Global Design and Engineering center in Sukhwani Business Hub, Chinchwad. The new center is...

Fictiv Introduces ChatGPT-Powered AI-Assistant for Material Selection

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, USA, Feb 12, 2024 – Fictiv, a global manufacturing company, announced the release of Materials.AI, an industry-first AI assistant powered by ChatGPT that helps mechanical engineers quickly and easily navigate material options for their manufacturing needs.Materials.AI...

Beulah Louise Henry and the Bobbinless Sewing Machine

Beulah Louise Henry was a prolific inventor during the twentieth century, receiving 49 U.S. patents and creating more than 100 inventions. In her work, she focused on solving the problems of daily life through cost-effective and easy-to-produce designs. This...

Metrology News

New Artec Micro II 3D Scanner: Precision, Speed, & Innovation in 3D Scanning

Artec 3D recently announced the new Micro II 3D scanner. This professional desktop scanner, designed for digitizing small objects, has unmatched precision, lightning-fast speed, and innovative features. The Artec Micro II redefines how to capture the tiny world in...

New Creaform HandySCAN Max Elite & Other Updates

 Creaform has done it again with another great product launched into their portfolio: the HandySCAN 3D|MAX Series. This new scanner focuses on scanning large parts fast without sacrificing accuracy. In this blog, we also cover some updates to...

ARCH to Use Hexagon’s Metrology Technologies in Manufacturing, Quality Control Processes of Bespoke Motorcycles

NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI, USA, Mar 18, 2024 – Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division and ARCH Motorcycle, a manufacturer of high-performance bespoke motorcycles, have partnered to support the quality control demands of engineering and producing unique riding experiences for ARCH customers. By...

How to simplify your load data collection with Simcenter SCADAS RS

By Gert FransSCADAS who, you say? Well, the Simcenter SCADAS RS is the latest addition to our Simcenter SCADAS hardware product family enabling our customers to acquire & synchronize a wide variety of different types of sensors for different...

Ansys, DXOMARK Join to Offer Solution to Validate Virtual Camera Systems 

PITTSBURGH, PA, USA, Jan 25, 2024 – Ansys (NASDAQ: ANSS) and DXOMARK are entering a new partnership to provide an end-to-end camera solution that bridges the gap between physical measurements and simulation. DXOMARK’s industry-leading tool for image quality analysis, Analyzer, augments Ansys’ optics portfolio to...

Manufacturing News

Which Technology is Best for 3D Printing Miniatures?

 3D printing technologies have come a long way, with a proven ability to provide small features with high-quality detail. This has led gaming communities like Dungeons & Dragons and War Hammer 40K players, to start adopting 3D printing to create...

Advancing Automotive Excellence with Bruker AXS Analytical Solutions

 Innovative Process and Quality Control of Automotive Materials with OES, CS/ONH, XRF, XRD, and XRM Technologies.Content provided by Dr. Peter Paplewski, Product Line Manager, OES and CS/ONH Analysis at BrukerIn the ever-evolving landscape of the automotive industry, precision, reliability,...

SmartFactoryKL Initiative: Developing the Manufacturing of Tomorrow

The German SmartFactoryKL network stands at the forefront of revolutionizing manufacturing processes. But what exactly is it, and how does it impact the future of production? We spoke with Teresa Petzche, Researcher at SmartFactory. The SmartFactoryKL is a non-profit organization...

Japan Finds Innovative Solutions to Counter Its Aging Headwind

 With one of the highest life expectancies in the world, Japan has rapidly become a super-aging society. The country now boasts a world-record number of centenarians, a trend with significant long-term implications for its workforce. To address the aging...

Sanjay Chowbey to Succeed Christopher Rossi as President & CEO, Kennametal, w.e.f. Jun 1, 2024

PITTSBURGH, PA, USA, Mar 15, 2024 – Kennametal Inc. (NYSE: KMT) announced today that Sanjay Chowbey, currently Vice President, Kennametal Inc. and President, Metal Cutting Segment, will succeed Christopher Rossi as President & CEO. Rossi has decided to retire from the company after nearly seven...

Others News

Siemens, Intel Foundry Join to Develop Production-Ready EMIB Technology Reference Flow

PLANO, TX, USA, Feb 24, 2024 – Siemens Digital Industries Software announced that it has collaborated with Intel Foundry to develop a comprehensive workflow for the foundry’s embedded multi-die interconnect bridge (EMIB) approach to in-package, high-density interconnect of heterogeneous...

HP Launches Industry’s Largest Portfolio of AI PCs

LAS VEGAS, NV, USA, Mar 18, 2024 — HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) announced the industry’s largest portfolio of AI PCs leveraging the power of AI to enhance productivity, creativity, and user experiences in hybrid work settings.In an ever-changing hybrid work landscape,...

Roland Launches BD-8 UV Flatbed, BY-20 Direct-To-Film Printers

IRVINE, CA, Jan 22, 2024 – Wide-format digital imaging leader Roland DGA Corp. has announced the addition of two new, innovative products to its VersaSTUDIO family of desktop devices – the BD-8 UV flatbed printer and the BY-20 direct-to-film printer....

AMD Launches Radeon RX 7600 XT Graphics Card for Gaming at 1080p and Beyond...

SANTA CLARA, CA, USA, Jan 16, 2024 – AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) introduced the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT, a high-performance, feature-rich graphics card designed to power demanding games and content creation applications today and for years to come.The AMD Radeon...

Roland Launches VersaOBJECT MO-240 UV Printer

IRVINE, CA, Jan 12, 2024 – Roland DGA Corp., a leading provider of large-format inkjet printers, printer/cutters, and other innovative digital devices, has announced the launch of the new Roland DG VersaOBJECT MO-240 – a new UV benchtop flatbed printer that combines...

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