• AEC API Talk - answering programming problems, Jeremy Tammik, Autodesk University 2008 (may require free registration and Microsoft Silverlight viewer download for 1st use) exclusive
• Incorporating Innovative and Immersive Technologies: Changing the Art of Design - overview of tools that can give flexible, efficient, integrated design experience to AEC industry, James Balding of AIA, AECbytes, Jun 24, 2009
• Sustainable Design Leadership: Best Practices and Solutions from Industry Leaders - core concepts of sustainable design, environmental factors impacting business, building sustainable design into your products, projects, Lynelle Cameron, Autodesk University 2008 (may require free registration and Microsoft Silverlight viewer download for 1st use) exclusive
• More AEC articles

• AutoCAD Architecture 2010: Key Features, Pt 2 - ribbon minimized to panels, arrow icon, tabs, panels, commands, tool palate group, Tharakesh Ananthakrishnan, AUGI, Jun 2009  (may require free registration)
• AutoCAD Architecture: Editing AEC Polygons - video, using grips, toggling between different editing modes, CAD Addict, Jun 23, 2009
• AutoCAD Architecture .NET API In-Depth - ACA .NET API class hierarchy, ACA objects such as walls, doors, windows, ACA object creation, editing rules, tips & tricks for programming ACA through .NET, Kevin Vandecar, Autodesk University 2008 (may require free registration and Microsoft Silverlight viewer download for 1st use) exclusive
• More from the AutoCAD Architecture Reading Room

• AutoCAD MEP .NET Programming: In-Depth - creating .NET DLL using AutoCAD MEP API, modifying ducts, fittings, styles through API, accessing, modifying AutoCAD MEP part catalog through API, Kevin Vandecar, Autodesk University 2008 (more AutoCAD MEP articles) (may require free registration and Microsoft Silverlight viewer download for 1st use) exclusive
• Autodesk Takes Lead in Harnessing Graphics Power for CPU Tasks - Autodesk speeding up simulation of plastic flow in injection molded components using GPU acceleration in its Moldflow Insight 2010, Greg Corke, Develop3D, Jun 24, 2009 (more Autodesk articles)
• Batch-Processing AutoCAD Drawings from LISP Without SDI (Take 2) - modified code routine using data file to store list of drawings, Kean Walmsley, Through the Interface, Jun 24, 2009 (more AutoLISP tutorials)
• The Benefits of 2D Parametric Design - parametric drawing tools in AutoCAD 2010 help users control design intent, override constraints anytime, use formulas, user variables, Guillermo Melantoni, Experience Building, Jun 17, 2009 (more AutoCAD articles)
• Conversion from Mesh Into Solid (Pt 1) - using CONVTOSOLID command in AutoCAD, conditions for converting object into solid, Guillermo Melantoni, What a Mesh!, Jun 25, 2009 (more AutoCAD 3D tutorials)
• Drawing a Roof Using Surfaces - drawing ridged roof onto frame in AutoCAD, Gokalp Baykal, Daily AutoCAD, Jun 25, 2009 (more AutoCAD 3D tutorials)
• Enrich Your DWF - range of Autodesk component technologies available for creating, manipulating, displaying DWF files, embedding Freewheel in websites for client-free DWF viewing, Kean Walmsley, Autodesk University 2008 (more DWF articles) (may require free registration and Microsoft Silverlight viewer download for 1st use) exclusive
• LTSCALE, PSLTSCALE, CELTSCALE and MSLTSCALE - AutoCAD commands to control linetypes, Mark Kiker, CADDManager Blog, June 24, 2009 (more AutoCAD commands tutorials)
• MIRROR Command - using AutoCAD command to create flipped copy of object, more complex tasks, Erhan Toker, Daily AutoCAD, Jun 26, 2009 (more AutoCAD commands tutorials)
• A PDF Wish Comes True! - AutoCAD 2010 creates much smaller PDF with higher resolution, text transfers as text, fonts translate as fonts, Lynn Allen, Cadalyst, Jun 24, 2009 (more AutoCAD articles)
• Purge Unreferenced Images in AutoCAD with AutoLISP - code routine, Jimmy Bergmark, JTB World, Jun 26, 2009 (more AutoLISP tutorials)
• TIPniques: Freeform Modeling in AutoCAD 2010 - tools providing ability to smooth objects, crease edges, tessellate objects, convert standard object into mesh objects, Brian Benton, AUGI, Jun 2009 (may require free registration, more AutoCAD articles)
• Use the Shift Key as Shortcut - list of tasks done using shift key in AutoCAD, Ellen Finkelstein.com, Jun 30, 2009 (more AutoCAD tips) 
• More from the AutoCAD Reading Room

• Civil 3D - Export Group for CSO - create new output data, John Evans, From Civil to Inventor, Jun 25, 2009
• The Civil Side: Intersection Design Wizard How To - AutoCAD Civil 3D tool to build, manage various object data, including alignments, profiles, corridors, assemblies, subassemblies, surfaces with less complications, Melanie Santer, AUGI, Jun 2009 (may require free registration)
• More from the Autodesk Civil 3D Reading Room

• Autodesk Inventor Fusion, Ready for Inspection - Technology Preview executable code available for test drive on Autodesk Labs, video showing features, Kenneth Wong's Virtual Desktop, Jun 24, 2009
• Autodesk Inventor Two Minute Tip - Direct Parameter Naming - video, Rob Cohee of Autodesk, YouTube, Jun 23, 2009
• The Creative Inventor: Exploring Desktop Content - simplified installation with reduced memory load, application options, configuring project files, Dennis Jeffrey, AUGI, Jun 2009 (may require free registration)
• Game ON. Inventor Fusion Tech Preview Ready for Direct/Parametric Mashup - Autodesk's application with best of both explicit and parametric modeling features, video examples, SolidSmack, Jun 24, 2009
• Feature Rename - video, using automatic feature rename add in Autodesk Inventor, YouTube, Jun 25, 2009
• The Fusion UI - Inventor Fusion has 8 segment icon menu, way of accessing marking menu item directly, triad, selection strip, Ralph Grabowski, WorldCAD Access, Jun 24, 2009
• Inventor Fusion: An Atomic Future on June 25th - project history, direct and parametric workflows in single application, video, Mark Flayler, IMAGINIT Technologies, Jun 24, 2009
• Inventor Fusion is Finally Out, But - previews direct modeling workflow only, Deelip.com, Jun 25, 2009
• Inventor Fusion or AutoCAD Revisit? - Inventor fusion is based on AutoCAD scheme, Solid DNA Blog, Jun 25, 2009
• Inventor Fusion Pt I: Inventor Fusion - Getting Started and Creating Geometry - minimal UI, dynamic user experience, material definition, texturing control for parts, multi purpose press/pull command, Al Dean, Develop3D, Jun 25, 2009
• Inventor Fusion: "Unites Direct and Parametric Workflows" - What? - author clarifies statements on Autodesk Labs web site, Paul Hamilton, Jun 25, 2009
• Stressed! Autodesk Inventor Simulation FAQ - stress analysis on  weldment assembly, using reaction loads from dynamic simulation, applying load on specific area, new materials, Wasim Younis, AUGI, Jun 2009 (may require free registration)
• More from the Inventor Reading Room

• Black Level vs. Blue Level - differentiating black, blue levels, mapping floor plan to level in Revit, Nicolas Mangon, BIM & Beam, Jun 18, 2009
• Convex Hull and Volume Computation - using convex hull, quickhull algorithms inside Revit API environment for volume information, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Jun 26, 2009
• Enhancing Your Revit Add-In - making Revit application look more professional, effective use of modal, modeless Windows forms, profile, benchmark, optimize performance, element filtering, Jeremy Tammik, Autodesk University 2008 (may require free registration and Microsoft Silverlight viewer download for 1st use) exclusive
• Export Family Instance to gbXML - transferring CAD building information models, enabling interoperability, using Revit gbXML, various settings, problems faced, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Jun 25, 2009
• The Ins and Outs of Revit MEP Programming - using MEP-specific Revit 2009 API features, analyzing, modifying HVAC & electrical Revit MEP models, calculating, assigning flow, size to air terminals based on room requirements, Jeremy Tammik, Autodesk University 2008 (may require free registration and Microsoft Silverlight viewer download for 1st use) exclusive
• Model Group Shared Parameter - accessing model groups category, creating shared parameter in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, Jun 24, 2009
• Opening in Walls - Revit 2010 - look on opening tools, their behavior considering various situations, Brian Renehan, Revit Fix, Jun 28, 2009
• Revit Structure 2010 Slanted Column Parameters - explaining parameters within element properties, effect on location of slanted columns to supported members, Nicolas Mangon, BIM & Beam, Jun 25, 2009
• Revit Structure API: From Bi-Directional Link to Rebar Detailing - implementing Revit Structure add-in to export/import between RST analytical model and external analysis program, Mikako Harada, Autodesk University 2008 (may require free registration and Microsoft Silverlight viewer download for 1st use) exclusive
• Rolling Out Revit - video, tips, tricks for moving to 2010 platform, Harlan Brumm, The Revit Clinic, Jun 26, 2009
• More from the Autodesk Revit Reading Room

• Addressing Borders in Your CAD Standard - providing proper information, explanation for file management for smooth workflow following standards, Mark Kiker, CADDManager Blog, June 24, 2009
• Lay Down the Law on CAD Standards, Pt 3 - maintaining culture discipline, standards, training process to achieve positive results in down economy, Robert Green, Cadalyst, Jun 24, 2009
• Should You Upgrade to Windows Vista 64? - not much peripheral driver problems, don't upgrade old computers to Vista 64, run Vista 64 for new CAD applications, Robert Green, Cadalyst, Jun 24, 2009
• More CAD management features

• Dassault Systems - DEVCON 2009 - high end content for 3DVIA announced, CATIA V6R2010 announced, demo of iPLM, platform for social innovation, Al Dean, Develop 3D, Jun 23, 2009
• DEVCON 2009: 3DVIA iPhone App - forthcoming application allows users to connect to 3D data repository, view data, manipulate in 3D, Al Dean, Develop 3D, Jun 24, 2009
• More from the CATIA Reading Room

• NX Tutorial: Human Modeling - video, Design Visionary Blog, Jun 30, 2009
• Using Revision in Native NX - part numbering method for easy access, Hakan Sonmezler, NX Way, Jun 26, 2009
• More from the NX Reading Room

• 10 Questions with Kathleen Mitford of PTC - benefits of implementing PLM, comparison, improving organization's competitive advantage, unifying product development teams, Just-Style PLM Hub, Jun 26, 2009
• PTC/USER 2009 - user training, networking event discussed social product development, Pro/E Wildfire 5.0, Windchill 9.1, announced, Robert Green, Cadalyst, Jun 25, 2009
• More from the Pro/E Reading Room

• IFC From Rhino Through Revit - creating geometry from line to surface to solid, David Fano, design reform, Jun 23, 2009
• Sending Curves from 3ds Max to Rhino - video, creating panelized surface in Rhino, importing geometry back into 3ds Max to create parametric details, David Fano, design reform, Jun 23, 2009
• More from the Rhino Reading Room

• SEwST 2 Keynote Detail - Live Rules - Live Rules now bases more on icon layout, Solid DNA Blog, Jun 23, 2009
• SEwST 2 Keynote Detail - Pattern - changed rectangle pattern workflow, pattern preview base on surface select, new clock steering wheel, fill pattern added to pattern family, Solid DNA Blog, Jun 19, 2009
• SEwST 2 Keynote Detail - Persistent Symmetry and Other - enhanced symmetry capability in Synchronous Technology 2, Solid DNA Blog, Jun 17, 2009
• Solid Edge with ST2 - Synchronous Technology added to helix, references can be edited directly, ability to adapt mesh to your requirements, Pathfinder enables users to check if parts released or available, updated support for Share Point 2008, Al Dean, MCAD Online, Jun 22, 2009
• More from the Solid Edge Reading Room

• Dimensioning of Slots (SW 2009 and ASME Y14.5M) - three methods for dimensioning, SolidWorks Legion, Jun 24, 2009
• DWGeditor Tips - Who is That Masked Object - challenges in masking out part of drawing, reality, solution, tips, command review, Clement Donzel, SolidWorks APAC Blog, Jun 29, 2009
• Easy to Track SolidWorks Files with Mastercam - tracking changes in SolidWorks file, cadcamstuff.com, Jun 23, 2009
• Hinge Mates and SolidWorks Motion - tongs provide simulation example, explaining friction coefficients, angle limit issue, GabiJack.com, Jun 29, 2009
• Interview with Rick Chin, Director of Product Innovation - talk about overview on 'Sage' sustainable design tool for SolidWorks users, details on project workflow, Brian McElyea, CADFanatic, Jun 24, 2009
• It's Time for FEA - Creep Analysis Using SolidWorks Simulation - creep curve basics, non-linear, linear dynamic analysis process, Dhanachezhian Duraikannu, SolidNotes, Jun 26, 2009
• Knurling in SolidWorks - video, Ben Eadie, SolidMentor, Jun 26, 2009
• Rocksolid Tutorial: Modeling a Variable Profile Helix Cut - using SolidWorks tools to get helix cut of different widths at start point and end point, Jason Raak, Rocksolid Perspective, Jun 27, 2009
• SolidWorks Video Tip: Roll View - shows tool to roll model about an axis pointing normal to viewing plane, Ricky Jordan, Jun 29, 2009
• More from the SolidWorks Reading Room

• 3DVIA Your iPod #86: Multi-Column BOM Tables - video shows using 3DVIA Composer for handling large data, Garth Coleman, 3DMOJO, Jun 29, 2009 (more 3DVIA articles)
• 4 Ways to Share Content Stinkin Quick, The Best and How They'll Totally Advance CAD/PLM - overview of FriendFeed, Posterous, Tumblr, WordPress, Josh Mings, SolidSmack, Jun 29, 2009 (more CAD industry articles)
• Automated Numerical Search Speeds Design Optimization - HEEDS version 5.3 offers direct interface for NX, Excel, Abaqus, LS-DYNA, using SHERPA search algorithm, Anthony Lockwood, Desktop Engineering, Jun 24, 2009
• Converting Windows CAD to OS Independence - Bricsys, Graebert follow almost similar process to develop CAD programs for Linux, Macintosh, Ralph Grabowski, WorldCAD Access, Jun 23, 2009 (more Macintosh articles)
• Future of CAD Journalism in Good Hands - Internet, digital magazines, email, web-based newsletters, e-books, blogs, online forums emerging stronger next generation voices in CAD media, Ralph Grabowski, WorldCAD Access, Jun 29, 2009 (more CAD media articles)
• Meshhh...Control..That Was Easy - applying refined mesh control on two faces of parts, Ashish Jaiswal, SOLID Notes, Jun 25, 2009 (more FEA articles)
• User Preferences: What's New - view controls automatically apply to active view in MicroStation V8i, reorganized raster manager preferences, option to overrides color of all elements not in active reference, Nigel Davies, Eat Your CAD, Jun 23, 2009 (requires free registration, more MicroStation tutorials)
• Vectorworks 2008 and 2009 - Worksheets - counting, scheduling objects, classification, Jon Pickup, Archoncad Blog, Jun 25, 2009 (more Vectorworks tutorials)
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