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AEC |
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4Projects BIM in a Browser - based on xBIM, open source toolkit,
4Projects introduces capabilities of BIM viewing, reviewing, reporting, COBie
data management tools to its cloud-based service, Greg Corke, AEC Magazine, May
9, 2013
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Executive Guide to BIM, Pt 1 - definition, technology needed for BIM,
misconceptions, industry drivers for BIM adoption, Paul Woddy, AEC Magazine, May
9, 2013
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Scia Engineer Review - complex, full
featured structural analysis, design solution, stores all data in single
file, impressive drawing environment, bi-directional BIM link to other
software, John Evans, CADdigest.com, May 6, 2013
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ArchiCAD |
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ArchiCAD 17 - New Feature: Link
Element Height to Stories - automatically adjusts height of linked elements
as story position changes, locates inverted elements, defines base elevation using
ArchiCAD, ArchiCAD SADC, May 9, 2013
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Automatic Model-Based Junctions - check ability to configure all
construction elements, priority-based connections, improved dimensioning of
structural components in ArchiCAD, ArchiCAD SADC, May 8, 2013
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Classifying
Details - use marker heads on details to identify different disciplines in
ArchiCAD, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, May 10, 2013
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Connecting to Non-Local Data: Hyperlinks and ArchiCAD, Pt 4 - replace
URL with QR code that helps open, digitally, additional information on separate
device, create, add QR code in ArchiCAD file, Jared Banks, BIM Engine Blog, May
13, 2013
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Contextualizing Presentation Drawings - adjust elevation to show uncut
surfaces, sun shadows, create radial gradient fill in background to illustrate
sky effect using ArchiCAD, Tate Gibbes, Cadimage, May 9, 2013
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Modeling Tips for Chimneys in ArchiCAD -
draw basic body of chimney, use complex profiles, create 3D model, Jared
Banks, Shoegnome, May 10, 2013
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A Question of Labeling: Hyperlinks and ArchiCAD, Pt 3
- create uniquely searchable ID, label details as number/sheet number by
setting up ID prefix, style from layout settings, Jared Banks, BIM Engine
Blog, May 9, 2013
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AutoCAD |
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AutoCAD 2014 Startup LISP and Autodesk New Security
- AutoCAD now restricts apps being loaded unless found in list of AutoCAD's trusted paths, John Evans, Design and Motion, May 10, 2013 (more AutoCAD articles)
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AutoCAD Quick Access Toolbar - go to customize tab, expand quick access
toolbar, locate command to add, drag, drop command next to quick access toolbar,
Jeff Arbogast, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 13, 2013 (more
AutoCAD tips)
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AutoCAD Tip: My Delete Key, Double Click & Layer Control are Not Working -
set PICKFIRST system variable at command line, adjust its value to 1,
Shaan Hurley of Autodesk, Between the Lines, May 13, 2013 (more
AutoCAD tips)
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From
PDF (Back) to DWG - free 'PDF to AutoCAD' webservice converts PDF files (upto
40MB) to AutoCAD DWG format, Stefan Boeykens, CAD, BIM & 3D, May 13, 2013 (more
AutoCAD articles)
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How to Report Pipe as Meters Instead of Millimeters in Report
Creator - use report creator to set up calculated fields, change
basic layout, font, colors, filter/group data in AutoCAD Plant 3D, Bob Felton, IMAGINiT Technologies Support
Blog, May 8, 2013 (more
AutoCAD articles)
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Jigging AutoCAD Geometry in an Arbitrary UCS Using JavaScript -
use Acad.Editor.CurrentViewport.ucsToWorld to transform picked
center-point of circle into WCS in AutoCAD, Kean Walmsley, Through
the Interface, May 8, 2013 (more
AutoCAD programming tutorials)
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Make the Running Object Snap Modes Work
for You - select useful snap models,
avoid combining nearest snap mode with endpoint, midpoint, quadrant, tangent
modes, use OSMODE system variable in AutoCAD 2014, Tawfik Shehata, Cadalyst, May
13, 2013 (more
AutoCAD tips)
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Multi-Colored Dashed Lines in AutoCAD - type mline on command line or select
multiline tool from format tab to access it, create multiline style before
creating tool, John Flanagan's CADline, May 9, 2013 (more
AutoCAD tips)
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Quick Tip: How to Hide and Isolate Work - click yellow light bulb in bottom
right corner before/after selecting objects, click hide objects, go to isolate
shortcut menu to isolate AutoCAD objects, Michael Beall, AUGI Library, May 13,
2013 (more
AutoCAD layer tutorials)
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Returning Data from .NET to JavaScript Inside AutoCAD - use TransformToWcs()
method to return value to caller by serializing point data into JSON, Kean
Walmsley, Through the Interface, May 10, 2013 (more
AutoCAD programming tutorials)
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AutoCAD Civil 3D |
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Add an Offset Boundary Line to a Corridor - add LinkWidthAndSlope
subassembly placed at end of daylight or LinkSlopeToSurface subassembly, omit
link, name P2 point code appropriately in Civil 3D, Civil 3D Peanuts, May
13, 2013
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Civil 3D 2014 Bug: Layer State Manager Mess
- edit layer state to get rid of layers using layer state manager, Civil
Digest, May 10, 2013
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Geolocation Ribbon Tab in Civil 3D 2014 - open AutoCAD 2014, create new CUI
file, drag geolocation ribbon tab from ACAD.CUIX file to new CUI file, load this
file in Civil 3D, Brian Hailey, Civil 3D Plus, May 12, 2013
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Take Five and Jump Ahead - check Jump Start, InstantOn Basic, Jump Kit,
InstantOn Survey, Symbol Set, Blocks Only products to make Civil 3D more
productive, Tench Tilghman, cadpilot, May 9, 2013
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Autodesk, Products |
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Autodesk Backburner Set-Up -
consists of backburner manager, monitor,
servers, increases 3d max rendering speed by breaking animation into smaller
parts, works as standalone or render farm, Bill McKown, Synergis, May 10, 2013
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Autodesk Subscription Center: How-To -
getting product media, serial number, product key, cloud credits, product
enhancements, technical web support, Jarod Schultz, May 13, 2013
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Autodesk in Transition - improved Autodesk 2014 products, concentrating on
developing cloud services, making data, tools accessible anywhere, while giving
power of online analysis, rendering, Martyn Day, AEC Magazine, May 9, 2013
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Changing the Orientation of an Inventor Model After Import in Showcase
- change orientation of model after importing it in Showcase, open import status
window to adjust model orientation, Marion Landry, YouTube, May 9, 2013
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Communication Failure Error When Trying to Install After Downloading the
Autodesk Package - use 'download now' option to download browser
again, double click .exe to extract install files to any location, Jeff Lotan,
IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 12, 2013
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Getting to Know the VDF - composed of 4 DLLs
with each DLL library object containing set of static methods, includes set of
currency objects, supports complex Vault workflows, Doug Redmond, It's All Just
Ones and Zeros, May 7, 2013
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Issue Rendering to the Autodesk 360 Cloud - log out of Autodesk 360 in Revit,
delete browsing history, clear temp folder, sign into Autodesk 360 within Revit, Jeff Arbogast, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May 9, 2013
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Autodesk Inventor |
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Beware - Using Frame Generator Merge Option
will Report Wrong Member Length
- locate merge option next to placement icons in FG insert window, check FG
member mid plane length to choose placement position in Inventor, Brendan
Henderson, Brendan's Inventor Blog, May 13, 2013
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BIM for MFG - Open Revit Files in Inventor 2014 - select. RVT file, insert
view, choose single composite feature or multi-body part to open feature quickly
than multi-body solid, Clinton Brown, CADline, May 8, 2013
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Collection of Hot Inventor Tips - understanding intricacies
involved in work point, hole commands, level of details, blank slate templates,
model complexities, detail attachment, text balloons, Mark Flayler, AUGI
Library, May 8, 2013
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Controlling the Visibility of Multiple Sketches on an Autodesk Inventor Drawing
- right click on sketch in browser, uncheck visibility option, control sketches
individually,
Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales, May 8, 2013
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Create Sketch Slot in Autodesk Inventor 2014 -
5 types of slot command: center to center, overall, center point, three point
arc, center point arc, Sunith Babu, CAD Professor, May 11, 2013
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How to Borrow a Network License in Inventor
- access product license information dialog box, specify time period for
borrowing license, Joanna Gryszka, IMAGINiT Technologies Support Blog, May
13, 2013
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Inventor 2014: Where's the Bill? - add missing bill of material command in
quick access toolbar, or include it in marking menu or ctrl+RMB marking menu in
Inventor, Mark Flayler, IMAGINiT Manufacturing Solutions Blog, May 13, 2013
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Localize Inventor .NET Add-In - localizing
add-in registration information, resources used by add-in assembly, Adam Nagy,
Manufacturing DevBlog, May 12, 2013
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Model Reference & Replace - save as both files, change model reference,
click manage tab to obtain different version of drawing model with different
filename in Inventor, Chris Turner, CADline, May 7, 2013
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Placing an iFeature from Autodesk Vault 2014 - store iFeatures created in
Inventor into Vault workspace folder, check in iFeature into Vault before
placing it from Vault to part that needs it, Jonathan Landeros, Inventor Tales,
May 12, 2013
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Use PackAndGo of 2014 API - check
Autodesk.PackAndGo.Interop.dll, configure Inventor application properly as it
works as 32bits on 32bits OS, 64bits on 64bits, Xiaodong Liang, Manufacturing
DevBlog, May 13, 2013
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Autodesk Revit |
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Add-In Wizards for Revit 2014
- understanding Revit add-in wizard usage by installing wizard zip files,
copy zip files to matching Visual Studio project templates, Jeremy Tammik, The
Building Coder, May 9, 2013
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Copy and Paste API Applications and Modeless Assertion - solving non-unique
unique ID problem, managing materials in Adsklib, transferring groups between
projects using Revit API, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, May 8, 2013
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Create a
Groin Vault Roof in Revit
- create extrusion roof using half-round arc, draw another roof at 90 degree,
use join roof command to connect them together using Revit 2014, Paul Aubin, Apr
30, 2013
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Enhancements Made to Structural Reinforcement Tools in Revit 2014 - assign
rebar to disregard hooks, specify rounding parameters, adjust lap-slice stagger
positions using reinforcement settings dialog box options, Shruti Harve, Ideate,
May 9, 2013
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Groin Vaults for Your Single Groin Needs - find efficient ways of modeling
by properly planning while using tools in Revit, Jay Zallan, Fear and Loathing
in a CAD vs BIM World, May 9, 2013
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How to Calculate the Model Coordinates of Objects in a Linked/Imported DWG -
use ImportInstance.Geomtry property to obtain object’ coordinates in Revit, Joe
Ye, AEC DevBlog, May 9, 2013
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Make an Individual Revit File from a Central File
- open folder containing Revit central file, select central file, check detach
from central box, avoid connecting to server, create individual Revit project
file, Andrew Corley, Cadalyst, May 13, 2013
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Material Editor Enhancements in Revit 2014 - consolidated
dialog box for material editor, material browser, ability to sort,
assign and organize materials by class, show/hide library button in
project material pane, Shruti Harve, Ideate, May 8, 2013
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New Schedule Functionality in Revit 2014
- use schedule title to support text input, formatting, represent
tag symbols, content previews, merge title, header cells, schedule categories,
Ron Palma, Ideate, May 7, 2013
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Removing Unused Mac Architectures, Languages and Files
- use monolingual to remove unnecessary resources, Revit API architectures
from disk, uncheck all languages in use to save disk space, Jeremy Tammik, The
Building Coder, May 12, 2013
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Revit 2014 Macros in Ruby
- select Ruby in language option while creating macro using Revit 2014, Harry
Mattison, YouTube, May 9, 2013
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Revit View Underlay Property and Python - Annoying Problem - use python
script to select views from browser, set Revit view underlay setting to none,
Dima Chiriacov, DP Stuff, May 12, 2013
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Scheduling Apartments - use clean interfaces
between elements in group, main structure of building, create simple generic
model family, employ new variance parameter by group functionality in Revit
2014, David Light, Revit, Mar 9, 2013
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A Simpler Dockable Panel Sample - register panel in zero document state
before it gets displayed, check commands in dockable panel once project is
activated in Revit, Jeremy Tammik, The Building Coder, May 7, 2013
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Source Code Formatting and Google Prettifier - add reference to Google
Prettify loader, prettyprint class to HTML 'pre' tags or include
Google-code-prettify script load statement to format Revit API codes, Jeremy
Tammik, The Building Coder, May 11, 2013
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Space Frame with Spherical Layout in Revit Using Divided Surface, Adaptive
Component and Pythagoras - use equations to form 4 corner points of round
sphere in conjunction with adjacent components, build reference point, adaptive
component to define top of sphere, Havard Vasshaug, May 11, 2013
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Structural Analysis SDK - First look - develop code to check model using
.NET languages, check supporting material, allow VSCodeChecking add-in to update
DLL references path in Revit, Augusto Goncalves, AEC DevBlog, May 7, 2013
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Swept Blend Using Profiles in Adaptive Components
- create adaptive component with 2D linework geometry, host 2 profiles of different size on arc
reference line, select profiles, arc to create form in Revit, Tim Waldock,
RevitCat, May 12, 2013
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Upgrade Revit Families and Files to 2014 Quick and Easy - check readme file
in utilities folder that contains instructions for using ContentBatchUtility
folder in Revit, Todd Shackelford, CAD Shack, May 8, 2013
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VB.NET and View.SetVisibility - use InvokeMember under type of view while
using VB.NET to make compiler understand version of Revit API code used, Augusto
Goncalves, AEC DevBlog, May 10, 2013
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Working vs Sheet
Views - cut section into parts to check plan, change section cuts to working
section type to avoid cluttering with views, add temporary annotations in Revit,
Kate Morrical, BIMmuse, May 9, 2013
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CAD Management |
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Conduct a CAD Management Audit - perform audit
in areas like CAD software use, licensing, standards, training, support,
budgeting to adjust strategies while reducing costs, Robert Green, Cadalyst, May
8, 2013
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Think
More, Work Less - examine situation methodically, think about task
requirements, revise approach, methods, keep backup to attain
success as CAD manager, Robert Green, Cadalyst, May 8, 2013
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management articles
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CAE |
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Big-Picture Simulation
is a Matter of Perspective - simulating whole system with all its
moving parts, complicated physics to solve real-world engineering problems,
David Vaughn, Desktop Engineering, May 1, 2013
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Simulation Workshop,
Pt 1 - 'Coupled Eulerian Lagrangian' technique
for solving multi-physics scenario featuring moving parts, non-linear response
of flexible component to fluid dynamic, Laurence Marks, DEVELOP 3D, May 7, 2013
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SIMULIA Shines the Spotlight on Topology Optimization -
Dassault acquires FE-DESIGN Group, releases TOSCA-based Abaqus ATOM, Monica
Schnitger, Schnitger Corp Hot Topics, May 8, 2013
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Two FEs, One Result: Low-Cost, Beam-Based FE Rises to Challenge
- model of generator power-takeoff test stand analyzed in SolidWorks
Simulation, GBW32 V5.0 software yielded same results, Greg Moneta &
Erik Luczak, Machine Design, Apr 26, 2013
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CAM |
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G-Wizards Conversational Pocketing Wizard - enter 3 Z levels, 3 groups
of parameters to make rectangular pocket, CNCCookbook, May 13, 2013
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Ramping Up to 5-Axis Programming - consider using integrated CAM solution,
transition with training, master concepts of 4-axis, transition with 3+2
positioning, shorter tools, machine simulation,Al Depoalo, MoldMaking
Technology, May 1, 2013
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Successful, Profitable Mold Design - challenges include: dealing with wide
variety of file formats, organization of geometry within design system, missing
customizable component libraries, Adam Rose, MoldMaking Technology, May 1, 2013
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MCAD |
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5
Essential Functions of 3D ACIS Modeler - creating, modifying, querying,
managing, verifying, healing 3D models, Developer 2
Developer, Spatial.com, May 8, 2013
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Design Engineers Play Critical Role in Reducing Product Costs
- product cost management tool tightly integrated with CAD helps in real-time
cost assessments due to design changes, Julie Driscoll, Cadalyst, May 9, 2013
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The Kernel, Why CAD Systems Don't Play Well with Others
- definition, simplifying usage of CAD system through kernel, translation
challenges, role of STEP format, GrabCAD, May 14, 2013
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PTC Channel Doing Well, DS/SIMPOE Update - PTC's channel revenue across all
product areas was up 7% in constant currency; Dassault has no plans to change
any partner plug-ins or SIMPOE-Mold, Monica Schnitger, Schnitger Corp Hot
Topics, May 13, 2013
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Simple Memory Allocations - constructors for math_* and TCollection_Array* classes to allocate data on stack, Roman Lygin,
Open Cascade Notes, May 10, 2013
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Zuken: Making the Machines That Make the Screens
- friendly interface, object-oriented nature of E3.series helps combine
electrical, pneumatic diagrams, communicates design intent, Jason Brett,
CADdigest.com, May 6, 2013
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articles
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Navisworks |
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Navisworks 2014 API New Feature - Override Transformation - understanding
2014 .NET API options to transform whole model of object using Navisworks,
Xiaodong Liang, AEC DevBlog, May 13, 2013
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Navisworks 2014: Autodesk Rendering - create
point, spot, distant or web types of light, adjust environmental settings, use
low, medium or high render styles to ray-trace on screen, Jim Cowan, Ideate, May
13, 2013
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Pro/E |
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PTC Creo Layout in Action
- create, capture design intent, add tapered extrusions in single feature,
YouTube, May 9, 2013
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Simulation with PTC Creo
- experience structural, thermal, motion behavior of designs under real-life
conditions, easy-to-follow process with intuitive UI, YouTube, May 9, 2013
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Rapid Prototyping |
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3D Printing Made Easy - parts should be printed
for 3 reasons: to check for fit, to actually use, to sell idea or use as demo
part, Elise Moss, CADdigest.com, May 7, 2013
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Prints Charming - bureaus offering wide range
of processes, materials, skills for 3D printing models with fine details,
Stephen Holmes, AEC Magazine, May 9, 2013
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rapid prototyping articles
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Reviews - Hardware |
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AMD FirePro R5000 GPU - professional 3D graphics card with built-in Teradici
PC-over-IP technology, includes 2 mini DisplayPorts to drive monitors directly,
Greg Corke, AEC Magazine, May 8, 2013
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AMD Sapphire HD 7950 Mac Edition - 3 GB of GDDR5 memory,
excellent memory bandwidth, supports OpenGL 4.2, can be solid investment for
aging Mac Pro, Anthony Frausto-Robledo, Architosh, May 9, 2013
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Laser Scanning Hardware
- discussing plant field, BIM, civil/survey workflows, YouTube, May 9, 2013
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Lenovo C30 Workstation and NVIDIA's New Kepler-Generation Quadro K5000
and K4000 GPUs - small form factor dual-socket workstation with 16 GB DDR3 RAM, base price of $1,169, Quadro
K4000 delivers 64% better price-performance than higher-priced K5000, Alex
Herrera, Graphic Speak, May 7, 2013
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Lenovo ThinkPad W530 - Intel Core i7 quad-core CPU, NVIDIA Quadro K2000M GPU,
island-style keyboard, full HD 15.6" backlit LED display, color-coded USB ports,
impressive all round mobile workstation for mainstream CAD, Greg Corke, AEC
Magazine, May 8, 2013
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hardware reviews
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SolidWorks |
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Decorative Fillets
- turn on PhotoView 360, add decorative fillets to final rendering of model by
adjusting its radius value to 1 mm, Jimmy Barrera, YouTube, May 13, 2013
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eDrawings
Translators - check option to download 3D XML, Pro/E translators to
avoid errors of invalid file types, Blake Cokinis, CATI Tech Notes, May 10,
2013
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Examining Conic Curves and Surfaces, with Rick McWilliams
- creating precision flowing shapes in SolidWorks, Matt Lombard, Dezignstuff
Blog, May 12, 2013
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Free SolidWorks from Performance Constraints, Pt 14
- turn off flexible subs to lessen extra calculations, minimize need
of top level mates while structuring assemblies in SolidWorks, Josh
Altergott, SolidWorks Blog, May 9, 2013
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General Performance Tips for SolidWorks Workgroup PDM
- archive old revisions, obsolete projects, enable 'indexing service
search' from search tab, turn on rebuild vault option to detect errors in
Vault, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, May 13, 2013
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Going with the Flow: Dassault Joins the Bid for Mold Simulation with Acquisition - acquires injection-mold simulation software maker Simpoe for simulating liquid flow, mold warpage,
cooling, Kenneth Wong, Virtual Desktop, May 10, 2013
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How Do I Delete the SolidWorks Registry Without Losing All of My Settings?
- start SolidWorks Rx, use safe mode to identify video, options, or add-in
issues, Neil Bucalo, CATI Tech Notes, May 13, 2013
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The Indent Feature - An Underappreciated SolidWorks Tool - place spur gear
in position that intersects package mode, select target body, tool body region
for editing package using indent feature, Phil Grim, Fisher/Unitech, May 13,
2013
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More Detail on the GW3D Blend
- exploring blend feature in Surfacing add-on for SolidWorks, Matt
Lombard, Dezignstuff Blog, May 7, 2013
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PowerSurfacing from
IntegrityWare - SolidWorks add-in to extend surfacing capabilities, easy UI,
but icons without labels in CommandManager, more live demo parts needed, Matt
Lombard, Dezignstuff Blog, May 9, 2013
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Rebuilding Workgroup PDM Vault Metadata - log into VaultAdmin,
go to Vault settings tab, hit 'locked' button under Vault lock, select
rebuild now options in Vault management tab, Joe Medeiros, Javelin
Technologies, May 9, 2013
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Setting Up the SolidWorks Workgroup PDM Viewer
- follow IIS installation instructions, install on local hard drive, enter
license key, Joe Medeiros, Javelin Technologies, May 10, 2013
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Simulation Tech Tip: The Impact-Test Cookbook -
determine solution time, time-varying properties for non-linear,
time-dependent case using SolidWorks Simulation, Keith Pedersen,
CAPUniversity, May 8, 2013
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Smarter EPDM Drop Lists Using SQL - populate drop lists based on SQL query
results, provide users list of qualified suppliers from purchasing database, use
PigeonHole to access more than one variable, Jeff Sweeney, 3D Vision
Technologies, May 7, 2013
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SolidWorks Getting Started with Surfaces
- understanding surface modeling, solids vs surfaces, typical workflow of
complex modeling task in SolidWorks, Alan Sweetenham, YouTube, May 7, 2013
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SolidWorks Workgroup
PDM Basic Tutorial, Pt 2
- understanding elements to workgroup PDM setup, installing PDMSERVER to create
fresh vault data folder on server, Toby Schnaars, YouTube, Apr 30, 2013
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SolidWorks Workgroup
PDM Basic Tutorial, Pt 4
- explores user-configuration options, Toby Schnaars, YouTube, Apr 30, 2013
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Strengthening Ribs in Sheetmetal
- create rib tool as separate body in file, invoke indent command to
form indentation, delete rib tool body before adding fillets using
SolidWorks, Randy Simmons, 3DVision Technologies, May 7, 2013
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Thumbnails: A Picture is Worth a 1,000 Words - set SolidWorks system
options to show thumbnail graphics in Windows Explorer, medium or large icons
for pictures, John Van Engen, CATI Tech Notes, May 8, 2013
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Trouble with the Curve: Not Anymore - How to Drive Your SolidWorks Assembly
Pattern with a Curve - use curve driven pattern to outline hole, feature
driven component command to pattern sub-assembly in SolidWorks, Brian
VanderPloeg, Fisher/Unitech, May 7, 2013
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Two Handy Assembly Mouse Shortcuts
- get another instance of SolidWorks part without having to find it with 'insert
part' feature, drag underdefined component with right mouse button to rotate
part, John Setzer, SolidNotes, May 8, 2013
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VBMsgeBoxResult - use
SolidWorks API class to declare variable as VbMsgBoxResult enumerator, set
variable equal to value returned by MsgBox, Jeff Sweeney, 3D Vision
Technologies, May 9, 2013
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What's New in SolidWorks 2013: Section View Assist, Pt 1 - quickly generate cutting lines for section views without drawing sketch entities, Matthew Lorono,
SolidWorks Legion, May 10, 2013
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Workgroup Viewer Error - Trusted Sights -
select security tab in internet options, choose trusted sites, add PDMWorks
workgroup viewer URL to list of trusted websites, Joe Medeiros, Javelin
Technologies, May 7, 2013
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Vectorworks |
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Classes, You Can Never Have Too Many Vectorworks Classes
- 2 classes in VWX doc: none, dimension; discussing good basic drafting
practice, standard classes for various annotations, Kevin Lee Allen, ProLightingSpace,
May 12, 2013
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Layers, I Do Like Me Some Vectorworks Layers - show, snap, hide, gray layers
while designing sheets, add basic sheet layers including plan, sections, light
plot, Kevin Lee Allen, ProLightingSpace, May 7, 2013
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Vectorworks articles
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More Subjects |
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DriveWorks Live Example - Entrance Canopy - select 'entrance canopy' demo from website, choose desired font color, style, configure dimensions of canopy, DriveWorks Blog, May 10, 2013 (more
DriveWorks articles)
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Top Five CAD Collaboration Fails - CAD software past its prime, too many presentation tools, endless cycle of file conversion, transfer, bad version control, communication breakdown, Andrew Divencenzo, GrabCAD, May 7, 2013 (more
collaboration articles)
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