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Designing Innovatively with IronCAD 2013Daniel Dobrzynski, CADdigest.com, May 21, 2013 overview of modules, 2 working environments, scene, drawing, CAXA draft options, impressive TriBall interface, ability to reuse geometry imported from other native CAD formats |
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Scia Engineer ReviewJohn Evans, CADdigest.com, May 6, 2013 complex, full featured structural analysis, design solution, stores all data in single file, impressive drawing environment, bi-directional BIM link to other software |
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Zuken: Making the Machines That Make the ScreensJason Brett, CADdigest.com, May 6, 2013 friendly interface, object-oriented nature of E3.series helps combine electrical, pneumatic diagrams, communicates design intent |
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3D Printing Made EasyElise Moss, CADdigest.com, May 7, 2013 parts should be printed for 3 reasons: to check for fit, to actually use, to sell idea or use as demo part |
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Comparison of Cloud-Based CAD Collaboration Services: TeamPlatform vs Autodesk 360Daniel Dobrzynski, CADdigest.com, May 2, 2013 TeamPlatform provides far more benefits, being project-oriented product, with exquisite collaboration tools, ability to handle variety of 3D CAD formats |
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MCAD Beginner Reviews IronCAD 2013Rakesh Rao & Sanjay Jamalpur, CADdigest.com, May 2, 2013 Modern interface, lack of jargon make IronCAD surprisingly easy to learn, good bet for those considering 1st MCAD program |
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GRAITEC Advance Steel Does StairsJeffrey Heimgartner, CADdigest.com, May 1, 2013 Industrial stairs with landings, railing, spiral stairs easy to create |
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Label the Scale of Individual ViewportsEllen Finkelstein, CADdigest.com, Apr 30, 2013 Specify 2 opposite corners of boundary box using MTEXT command, insert field inside text in AutoCAD |
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Creating Mold Bases with NX ExpressionsMurat Ugur, CADdigest.com, Apr 29, 2013 Draw different size molds by changing values input to expression |
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Lenovo's Sexy Laptop Does CADJohn Evans, CADdigest.com, Apr 22, 2013 ThinkPad Carbon X1 Touch is light, thin laptop, surprisingly good performer for Inventor, even simulation, only lacking fast rendering |
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Lenovo ThinkStation E31Brian Benton, CADdigest.com, Apr 19, 2013 Solid and versatile machine with 3.3GHz Xeon processor, 8GB DDR3 RAM, 1TB SATA hard drive, low base price of $669 |
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Document Managers Need to be Vaulting, Says SynergisRalph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Apr 18, 2013 VP of R&D, Todd Cummings describes vaulting, encryption, Adept's storage system, exit strategy, moving documents in, out of vault |
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Zuken's E3.series Intelligently Designs Powerful Diesel-Electric LocomotivesJason Brett, CADdigest.com, Apr 17, 2013 Eliminates logical-physical gap using object-oriented design, ships with library of thousands of standardized components, cables, connectors |
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Create a Thumbnail for Opening a DrawingEllen Finkelstein, CADdigest.com, Apr 17, 2013 Set THUMBSAVE system variable to 1 to make AutoCAD drawing save thumbnail |
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Autodesk 360 is a New Cloud-Based Workflow for AutoCAD DrawingsEllen Finkelstein, CADdigest.com, Apr 15, 2013 Access data easily using Autodesk 360 mobile app, add comments on DWFs, DWGs, download entire folder as single zip file |
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Xi's New MTower PCIe Workstation in a Stryker TowerRande Robinson, CADdigest.com, Apr 12, 2013 Fast, well-engineered workstation with Intel Core i7 3770K processor, 16GB DDR3 RAM, 240 GB solid state disk drive, base price $1,119 |
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Use a Standards File to Bring an AutoCAD Drawing Into LineEllen Finkelstein, CADdigest.com, Mar 28, 2013 Creating standards file, testing it, specifying standards settings |
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MecSoft's RhinoCAM Software Review, Pt 3Daniel Dobrzynski, CADdigest.com, Mar 22, 2013 5-axis indexed machining, considering machine operation options, parameters, tool path simulation methods |
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MecSoft's RhinoCAM Software Review, Pt 2Daniel Dobrzynski, CADdigest.com, Mar 18, 2013 Tools for flats roughing, parallel finishing, projection pocketing, horizontal hill machining, 4-axis hole making |
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MecSoft's RhinoCAM Software Review, Pt 1Daniel Dobrzynski, CADdigest.com, Mar 14, 2013 Rhino plug-in has core technology for 5-axis continuous milling module, powerful new tool path generation methods |
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How to Automatically Display the Plotting Scale on Your AutoCAD DrawingEllen Finkelstein, CADdigest.com, Mar 18, 2013 Set scale for viewport, MTEXT command to access text editor, select object under field names, choose scale in property box |
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Viewing, Sharing Revit and SketchUp Models with Vizerra ReviztoRalph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Mar 12, 2013 Revizto converts Revit, SketchUp models to visual information model format, helps view files output, stores VIM files on cloud |
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Fix Old, Messy AutoCAD DrawingsEllen Finkelstein, CADdigest.com, Mar 11, 2013 Check old system variables, fix objects not set to ByLayer, text, dimensions on multiple layers, styles |
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Lattice Technology's Ultra Lightweight XVL Format and SoftwareRalph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Feb 7, 2013 Surprisingly small files make it models easier to view, yet accurate enough to measure, interview with product manager |
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Zuken's E3.series: Driving Automotive EvolutionJason Brett, CADdigest.com, Feb 4, 2013 ESG Automotive uses object-oriented architecture of E3.series software to solve electrical, electronic design challenges |
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MecSoft's VisualMILL and VisualCAD Software for Computer-Aided MachiningJohn Callen, CADdigest.com, Feb 1, 2013 Fully configurable UI, VisualMILL can create standardized definitions, VisualCAD has good modeling capability |
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MSC Software Offers e-Xstream Materials EngineeringShaun Bryant, CADdigest.com, Jan 28, 2013 Q&A with Jan Seyfarth, product manager for Digimat, about line of products, composites tests, material modeling |
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GRAITEC Advance Steel SoftwareJeffrey Heimgartner, CADdigest.com, Jan 29, 2013 Easy learning curve, powerful, intuitive quick cut, quick connection commands, good tech support but cumbersome 3D view manipulation, hiccup in OSNAPs, more tutorials needed |
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Getting an Edge Over SolidWorks - Pt 5Chris McAndrew, CADdigest.com, Jan 25, 2013 Smoother installation, intuitive layout, UI, intuitive modeling, editing with Synchronous Technology |
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Working with 2D Files and Drawings in Solid Edge STChris McAndrew, CADdigest.com, Jan 22, 2013 Entirely functional drawing module in communicating details of 3D models in 2D drawings, easy-to-use file management system |
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Editing Engineering and Production Models with Solid EdgeChris McAndrew, CADdigest.com, Jan 18, 2013 No construction sketches, ability to make changes to base geometry relationships, live rules to define, lock relations |
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Cloud-Based Project Management with TeamPlatformPhil Magenheim, CADdigest.com, Jan 17, 2013 Supports wide range of 3D formats, includes online visualization tools, can exports workspace data to Excel, $25/month per member for Pro Team version
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AMD FirePro Solutions: Eyefinity Graphics Workstation, Remote Graphics Server and Professional APU TabletTom Lansford, CADdigest.com, Jan 15, 2013 Fujitsu 1-U remote graphics workstation with AMD FirePro W7000, FirePro-capable APU in tablet were displayed in 3DExperience event |
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Understanding Solid Edge ST5, Pt 1: Installing Solid EdgeChris McAndrew, CADdigest.com, Jan 17, 2013 Basic installation includes help system, step-by-step tutorials, prompt bar provides in-context help, instructions |
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How the New ZWCAD+ Differs from the Older ZWCADRakesh Rao, CADdigest.com, Jan 14, 2013 List of missing functions in ZWCAD+, has ability to import Excel data as entities or as single MTEXT, good handling of raster image files |
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Monica Menghini on the New 3DExperience PlatformTom Lansford, CADdigest.com, Jan 14, 2013 Dassault's executive vice president for industry, marketing, communication talks about 3D experiences for Dassault customers, adding extensive information capture, presentation technologies |
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No Limits with Lenovo's ThinkStation D30John Evans, CADdigest.com, Jan 11, 2013 Two 8-core Intel Xeon E5 2687W CPUs, 16GB SDRAM, NVIDIA Quadro 5000 graphics card, impressive workstation for multi-purpose high-capability modeling, price over $8K |
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AMD FirePro W5000 Graphics CardDimitrios Karamanlidis, CADdigest.com, Jan 10, 2013 Installation procedure, 7.7 score on Windows benchmark, impressive results on AutoCAD benchmark, specifications |
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GRAITEC Advance Steel: Connections & JointsJames Finkel, CADdigest.com, Jan 8, 2013 Full-featured structural steel design system, 3 versions available, work within AutoCAD, bi-directional import/export function, provides country-specific, international shapes |
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Geolus Shape-Based Searching for Reusing CAD PartsMelanie Perry, CADdigest.com, Jan 7, 2013 Has ability to digitize shapes, can compare indices, reports comparison of size of search part, resultant part as percentage |
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CADPower for AutoCAD and BricsCADRalph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Jan 3, 2013 Super charged version of express tools, provides identical set of commands, increases efficiency in drafting work at reasonable purchase price of $129 |
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Lenovo C30 ThinkStationRay Howard, CADdigest.com, Jan 2, 2013 Impressive hi-def display, lightning fast drive performance, limited storage space, 800-watt system runs quietly, built to perform, sustain for long product lifecycle, |
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A Triple-CAM Software Review: MecSoft's VisualMILL, VisualMILL for SolidWorks, and FreeMILLDaniel Dobrzynski, CADdigest.com, Dec 18, 2012 User-friendly browser, wide range of post processors available, offers toolpath simulation, affordable price |
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Zuken E3.WireWorks ReviewJason Brett, CADdigest.com, Dec 18, 2012 Specifically optimized for use with SolidWorks Premium edition, has easy learning curve, manages to bring electrical, mechanical designs together nicely |
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Review of ZWCAD MechanicalRon Green, CADdigest.com, Dec 17, 2012 Easy-to-learn UI, exhaustive library of mechanical parts, shaft, gear generator tools, part builder feature, supports commonly-used drawing standards |
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IronCAD 2013Ryan Reid, CADdigest.com, Dec 11, 2012 Easy-to-learn, implement IntelliShapes, offers hybrid platform for direct modeling, feature-based modeling, has ability to move parts around different assemblies |
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The Xi PowerGo XTMatt Lombard, CADdigest.com, Dec 3, 2012 17.3" portable workstation with Intel’s Core i7 3840 QM 2.8/3.8GHz processor, backlit keyboard, 2 graphics boards, scores high on PassMark benchmark |
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AMD FirePro W7000 Video Card ReviewMatt Lombard, CADdigest.com, Dec 13, 2012 Impressive 3D CAD video card with 4GB GDDR5 memory, has CrossFire capability, earns Windows Experience Index of 7.8 |
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Designing Point of Purchase (POP) Displays for Consumer Packaged Goods with RulestreamChris McAndrew, CADdigest.com, Dec 10, 2012 Q&A with Rick Smith of Siemens about enhancing Rulestream for consumer packaged goods industry, integration with Teamcenter, complementing IT structures, justifying ROI |
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Students Using Solid Edge for Artful ContrivanceMatt Lombard, CADdigest.com, Dec 7, 2012 Utah State University students taking classes in 3D design, engineering graphics to create 3D printable parts |
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IMSI TurboSite for iPadShaun Bryant, CADdigest.com, Dec 10, 2012 Survey app with easy-to-use, simple UI, GeoWalk, GeoNudge features for tracking locations, tools to measure dimensions on drawing, tally with actual site dimensions |
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Review of ZWCAD+ 2012Ray Howard, CADdigest.com, Dec 4, 2012 Impressive release with affordable price, writes native DWG format, includes DXF translation, full AutoLISP functionality, new ribbon interface, SmartMouse gestures |
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Be Inspired 2012 - Going MobileRoopinder Tara, CADdigest.com, Dec 4, 2012 Bentley is moving forward on mobilization of data but still respectful of desktop apps |
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Keys to Analysis Creation: Reviewing Kubotek KeyCreator AnalysisRyan Reid, CADdigest.com, Nov 27, 2012 imports directly translated 3D models, offers extensive list of translators, adequate capabilities of constraints, easy-to-access dynamic simulation tools, faster animation
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Software Review: IMSI/Design's TurboSite for iPadRakesh Rao, CADdigest.com, Nov 21, 2012 Easy-to-use tablet-based software app. Drawing interface, layer support, named views, paper-space layouts, GeoNudge feature to fine-tune location, orientation of GeoMarks.
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Lenovo ThinkStation E31 SFF ReviewEmmanuel Garcia, CADdigest.com, Nov 16, 2012 3.3GHz Xeon E3-1230V2 CPU, NVIDIA Quadro 600 video card, 3 yr warranty, good performance More Lenovo workstation reviews
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Interview with Spatial CEO Jean-Marc GuillardRoopinder Tara, CADdigest.com, Nov 12, 2012 managing 2 kernels, Dassault's CGM vs ACIS, functional parity, choice depends on what applications customer needs to interface with, more.
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3DMTP For 3D Printing of Architectural ModelsPaul Munford, CADdigest.com, Nov 8, 2012 Prints 3D scaled models at affordable price, accepts variety of formats, Q&A with 3DMTP executives More rapid prototyping articles, AEC articles
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Introduction to IronCAD 2012Alexander Murray, CADdigest.com, Nov 5, 2012 Creating 3D model using 2D sketches, importing sketches from drawing
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Hardware Review: Lenovo ThinkPad W530Matt Lombard, CADdigest.com, Nov 1, 2012 Portable CAD workstation with Core i7-3920XM processor, latest Quadro K2000M card, 15.6" display with full HD, 2 USB 3.0 ports
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Lenovo ThinkStation S30: Power, Performance and StaminaSrihari Gangaraj, CADdigest.com, Oct 29, 2012 midrange workstation with single core Xeon CPU, NVIDIA Quadro graphics card, 2 DVI ports, impressive performance, good option for CAE More Lenovo workstation reviews
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An Engineer Reviews KeyShot Rendering Software From LuxionChris McAndrew, CADdigest.com, Oct 24, 2012 Clean startup screen with simple toolbar, pre-defined settings deliver powerful rendering package with short learning curve
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ZWCAD+ 2012 vs IntelliCAD 7Ralph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Oct 24, 2012 ZWSOFT has always emphasized ZWCAD's compatibility with AutoCAD. With the "plus" rewrite, ZWCAD is well placed as a replacement for IntelliCAD-based CAD programs
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Vectorworks Cloud ServicesChristopher Fugitt, CADdigest.com, Oct 23, 2012 Exclusively for Vectorworks Service Select members, cloud service is easy to use; iOS app, Vectorworks Nomad available for taking field notes
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Rulestream Engineer-To-OrderRalph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Oct 22, 2012 Meant for custom product manufacturers, helps in automating engineering processes by integrating with CAD, PLM, ERP systems |
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ZWCAD+ 2012 Hands On ReviewDavid Kingsley, CADdigest.com, Oct 17, 2012 Standard version offers populated set of tool palettes, solid, surface modeling options, VpMax command, SmartMouse feature, drawing tabs to navigate through multiple opened drawings |
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ZWCAD+ 2012 vs AutoCAD 2013Ralph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Oct 11, 2012 ZWCAD+ 2012 matches AutoCAD in command bar functions, impressive SmartMouseConfig command, supports command aliases; howevver, ZWCAD+ costs a quarter of AutoCAD |
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E3.series Electrical CAD Software ReviewJason Brett, CADdigest.com, Oct 16, 2012 Handles wide range of electrical design tasks, has undockable interface windows, well-written, easy-to-search help files |
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Linking Revit with Spreadsheets Using Ideate's BIMLinkElise Moss, CADdigest.com, Oct 3, 2012 Sheet sorting, using BIMLink with hardware schedules, generating room numbers, names, managing occupancy loads, running spell check |
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Spatial's 3D Insiders' Summit 2012Ralph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Oct 2, 2012 Apps using InterOp R23 can extract tessellated data, graphical PMI from CAD files; future plans for CGM release 3 |
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Q&A: ZukenRalph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Sep 26, 2012 Patrick Hackney of Zuken about its history, E3.series, modules, E3.WireWorks for SolidWorks, customer base, competing against CAD vendors
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Q&A: AMD's Graphics Business Unit and Its New Graphics BoardsRalph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Sep 24, 2012 Allen Bourgoyne of AMD about its history, Heterogeneous System Architecture, effect of cloud, new line of FirePro graphics boards
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Q&A: Luxion KeyShotRalph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Sep 17, 2012 Windows, Mac support, lighting set up, future plans, features of KeyShot 3.3, KeyShotVR, Luxion Sabertooth technique, future of rendering developing
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Introduction to Synergis Adept Engineering Document Management System, Pt 2Rande Robinson, CADdigest.com, Sep 11, 2012 Synergis Adept comes with an easy-to-use client interface, concurrent licensing options, built in file viewer, markup, file versioning option, good documentation, support |
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Introduction to Synergis Adept Engineering Document Management System, Pt 1Rande Robinson, CADdigest.com, Sep 4, 2012 Quick overview of Synergis Adept, hardware and software requirements, standard price list |
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Q&A: Ideate BIMlinkRalph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Aug 27, 2012 background, working of BIMLink, deciding about data extraction, competitors, pricing |
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GRAITEC Advance's BIM Capabilities for Structural DesignProtim Banerjee, CADdigest.com, Aug 20, 2012 compatibility with Revit Structure 2012, export/import between Revit Structure and Advance Design, sharing models between GRAITEC products
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North American Eagle Using Modified Jet Fighter in Land Speed Record BidRachel Park, CADdigest.com, Aug 13, 2012 Team aims to go faster than 763 MPH; CFD analysis running on Lenovo workstations is critical
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In-Depth Review of Solid Edge ST4, Pt 2John Evans, CADdigest.com, July 24, 2012 In-depth review of Solid Edge ST4, discussing for example Explode-Render-Animate (ERA) and drawings environments
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Advance Steel ReviewDimitrios Karamanlidis, CADdigest.com, July 12, 2012 Part of GRAITEC Advance suite, Advance Steel software is easy-to-learn, available for AutoCAD or stand-alone, compatible with Space PilotPro 3D mouse; however, documentation needs improvement More civil engineering articles
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In-Depth Review of Solid Edge ST4, Pt 1John Evans, CADdigest.com, July 20, 2012 In depth review of Solid Edge ST4 covers aspects of synchronous technology, 3D modeling: smart dimensions, PMI, relationships, live rules, face relate, triad tool
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TEDCF Publishing's Training Bundle for InventorJohn Evans, CADdigest.com, July 16, 2012 Courses' details, criteria, training on advanced topics for US$299.95, highly recommended
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TurboCAD LTE 4 and LTE 4 Pro ReviewEmmanuel Garcia, CADdigest.com, July 6, 2012 Similar to AutoCAD Architecture's AEC smart parametric objects, API platform available for CAD developers, but 64-bit version unavailable, limited adoption of OS GUI features
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What I Didn't Know About Vectorworks 2012Christopher Fugitt, CADdigest.com, June 28, 2012 Veteran AutoCAD & Civil 3D user explores Vectorworks, finds gems, including impressive callout, site tools, ability to break up objects in drawings to layers, classes |
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Synergis Q&ARalph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, June 14, 2012 Scott Lamond, VP of sales and marketing, and Chris Fabri, director of solutions engineering at Synergis Software talk to us about the company, Adept, product and document management, competition and cooperation with CAD companies, more |
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GRAITEC Q&ARalph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, June 22, 2012 Alexandre Tartas, COO of GRAITEC, discusses promoting software for designing concrete, steel structures, market share, strategy to compete in US market |
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PC or Workstation - What's the Difference?Ralph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, June 21, 2012 Detailed look at differentiating areas: CPU/GPU, expansion capabilities, quality |
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Review: TurboCAD Pro 19Ralph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, June 15, 2012 Well-known TurboCAD Pro a competent replacement for AutoCAD 2D drafting, integrated architectural modeling |
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Vectorworks Q&ARalph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, June 12, 2012 Pioneering cloud for CAD users, interview with Jeremy Powell, Global Director of Product Marketing at Nemetschek Vectorworks |
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Q&A: Siemens Rulestream Engineer-to-OrderRalph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Apr 27, 2012 Being part of Siemens PLM, pricing cost, reasons to select Rulestream, training required, partly/entirely Web based |
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Dell's New T-series WorkstationsRalph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Apr 26, 2012 Have Xeon CPUs, run on 1300W power supply, reliable memory technology, starting price is $2,149 More Dell workstation articles
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Overview of CAD Geometry Comparison ToolsMatt Lombard, CADdigest.com, Apr 3, 2012 Kubotek Compare, CapVidia, CCE EnSuite, ITI TranscenData CADIQ, Core Technologie 3D_Evolution, AutoVue, Sescoi WorkNC, TurboCAD Drawing Compare More KeyCreator reviews, CapVidia reviews, TurboCAD articles, AutoVue reviews
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Solid Edge ST4 - Ease-of-Use ReviewJohn Evans, CADdigest.com, Mar 13, 2012 CAD veteran puts Solid Edge to the test for ease of use, able to make parts, assemblies without help - almost |
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The World That Changed the MachineJohn Marchant, CADdigest.com, Mar 7, 2012 Solid Edge used in design of Edison2, lightweight car winner of X-Prize |
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Kubotek's KeyCreator Compare - ReviewArticle by Matt Lombard, CADdigest.com, Feb 2, 2012 Finds differences between two sets of geometric data, helps make changes to imported parts with ease. Suitably priced, but some usability issues remain. |
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Introduction to Solid Edge & Synchronous TechnologyArticle by Ralph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Jan 30, 2012 Dan Staples provides an overview of Synchronous Technology and Solid Edge. Interview by Ralph Grabowski. |
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Kubotek's KeyCreator Compare - ReviewArticle by John Evans, CADdigest.com, Jan 31, 2012 Sub-set of KeyCreator, Compare allows you to compare parts or assemblies to find differences that may have developed over time. |
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KeyCreator Compare - InterviewArticle by Ralph Grabowski, CADdigest.com, Jan 16, 2012 Kubotek comes out with an app that compares one version of geometry with another and highlights changes. Interview by Ralph Grabowski. |