Google SketchUp 7 Released
November 18, 2008
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Google’s latest release of its free 3D software allows you to build models from scratch or download what you need. Other updated features include: –Making SketchUp easier for new modelers to learn. SketchUp has always been known for its accessibility to just about everyone, and that’s something we never forget when we’re working... [Read more]
Delcam’s CopyCAD Pro to Offer Tribrid Modelling
November 5, 2008
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Delcam will take design software to a new level with the launch later this year of a new version of its CopyCAD reverse engineering package. CopyCAD Pro will be the first product development system to offer “Tribrid Modelingâ€, by adding triangle modeling to the combination of surface and solid modeling that is currently offered in many... [Read more]
Geomagic Receives $8M Investment from Valhalla Partners
November 5, 2008
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RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK – Geomagic has received an $8 million investment from Valhalla Partners. The funds will be used to develop innovative products and software platforms in engineering and medical markets, accelerate growth rates, and build a scalable business infrastructure. “Geomagic represents an ideal match for our investment... [Read more]
RTT USA, Inc. Announces 3rd Annual Emerging Technology Contest
November 5, 2008
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PASADENA, Calif. – RTT USA, Inc. (RTT) is inviting students and colleges/universities around the world to submit outstanding 3D visualization projects for its RTT Emerging Technology Contest 2009. In association with renowned graphics card producer NVIDIA, the RTT Emerging Technology Contest (now in its third year) provides students and schools... [Read more]
Luxology Nexus Powers SolidWorks PhotoView 360
November 5, 2008
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San Mateo, Calif. – Luxology® LLC announces that its Nexus® technology was used to jointly develop PhotoView 360, the new design visualization application that is bundled with SolidWorks Premium and Professional 2009 editions. Designed to deliver new levels of interactivity, the software features physically based lighting, a library of realistic... [Read more]
Genmar Yacht Group Named Autodesk Inventor of the Month
November 5, 2008
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SAN RAFAEL, Calif. —Autodesk (NASDAQ: ADSK) has named Genmar Yacht Group as the Autodesk Inventor of the Month for September 2008. Genmar Yacht Group, which manufactures luxury yachts under the Carver and Marquis brand names, used Autodesk Inventor software to design its new Marquis 420 Sport Coupé, which was recognized as the best new yacht in... [Read more]
3D Systems Plans to Resume V-Flash® Rollout Activities
November 5, 2008
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Rock Hill, South Carolina - 3D Systems Corporation (NASDAQ: TDSC) announced that it plans to resume its managed phased rollout of its V-Flash® FTI 230 Desktop Modeler following its World Conference this week. The company previously halted shipments of this modeler earlier this year pending resolution of several technical difficulties that affected... [Read more]
SIMPOE SAS Launches e-SimpoeWorks®
November 5, 2008
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SIMPOE SAS, headquartered in Torcy, France, is a French software developer specializing in plastic injection molding simulation solutions. SIMPOE SAS announced today the launching of e-SimpoeWorks®, a free internet downloadable version of SIMPOE’s flagship plastic injection simulation software product Simpoe-Mold, fully embedded into SolidWorks... [Read more]
Creaform and Metrologic Group Join Forces
November 5, 2008
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Creaform and metrologic group® announce today the rollout of a new technological partnership. For that partnership, metrologic group® has developed a software interface ensuring total compatibility between its control software line-up (µLog XG®, Metrolog XG® and Metrolog V5®) and Creaform’s Handyscan 3D™ laser scanners. Sold exclusively by... [Read more]
Luxology Announces Rhinoceros File Translator for modo
November 5, 2008
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San Mateo, Calif. – Luxology® LLC announces the immediate availability of a new 3DM file translator that allows modo® users to exchange files with Rhinoceros® (Rhino), the popular 3D design tool from Robert McNeel and Associates. Developed using modo 302’s File I/O Software Developer Kit (SDK), this new translator allows modo users to both read... [Read more]

