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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
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
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
3D Printing 101, Pt 4: Software - 3D modeling for 3D printing, slicing 3D
model into g-code, hosting app to make print, Michael Hackney, CNCCookbook, May
1, 2013
Will Machinists Capitalize on the PMI Opportunity? - product manufacturing information can be used to automate selection of tools, definition of feeds, speeds of NC toolpaths,
increase machine utilization, Chad Jackson, Siemens PLM Software Community, Apr
2013
SolidWorks Coordinate System for CAM -
change, create own templates, update standard views icon to set top plane in
SolidWorks, Alin Vargatu, Javelin Technologies, Apr 25, 2013
CNC 4th Axis Basics: Workholding - ability to stick normal
milling vise into 4th axis arrangement, lathe tooling optimized to do workholding along rotating axis, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook,
Apr 23, 2013
Direct-Drive Workhead for Multiple Cylindrical Grinding Options - CNC
controlled grinder available in 3 sizes with powerful motors, fast control
system, allows grinding heavy parts, non-round contours, Robert Brooks, American
Machinist, Apr 18, 2013
CNC 4th Axis Basics: How They Work - design issues, mechanism types for 4th axis: Geneva mechanisms, rotary
table, timing belts, harmonic drive, globoidal cam,
Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Apr 13, 2013
CNC 4th Axis Basics: What They Can Do - understanding 4th axis indexing for
access, more parts, 4th axis continuous machining, wrapping, Bob Warfield,
CNCCookbook, Apr 8, 2013
Button Cutter, Copy Mill, or Toroidal Cutter: Round Insert Milling Cutters - make cuts with depth of cut less than radius of insert, consider chip thinning; basics of operating button cutter, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook,
Apr 7, 2013
G-Wizard Editors New Macro Variable Tab, Setvn, and Naming - Variables in Macros
- access Variables list as sub-tab under 'macros,' SETVN gives variables names
even if controller doesn't allow that syntax, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Mar 29,
2013
Rounding Out Earnings: Delcam and MuM Set Records
- total revenue was up 12%, software license revenue up 16% for
Delcam, MuM's revenue from VAR business was up 26%, Monica
Schnitger, Schnitger Corporation Hot Topics, Mar 26, 2013
New Conversational CNC Graphical User Interface - new UI in latest GW Editor
version, individual wizards carry thumbnail, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Mar 25,
2013
CAMWorks Quick Tip - Engrave with 3D Sketch -
create 3D sketch, run automatic feature recognition tool, add multi-surface
features for detecting tool path on 3D surface, The HRS Blog, Mar 23, 2013
GW Editor v1.020 Adds a Slotting Wizard - check
correctness of safe Z, rapid to Z, material
top Z, assign start XY, slot, angle dimensions using editor, Bob Warfield,
CNCCookbook, Mar 21, 2013
New Conversational CNC Face Milling and Surfacing Wizard
- includes 3 different toolpaths: zig-zag, climb mill, radial, CNCCookbook, Mar
19, 2013
File: Open Differences - Mastercam X style
has 'options' button, automatically displays Mastercam-specific folders in
navigation pane, Paula Apro, Mastercam Xtras, Mar 4, 2013
Top Design Applications Create a Versatile Engineer
- CAD apps: AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks; CAM apps: MasterCAM, TurboCAM,
Mach3; electrical design, simulation: Multisim, Flowcode, Cabe Atwell,
Design News, Mar 1, 2013
Mastercam Toolpath Transform Methods: NCI vs Geometry - NCI option copy,
transform source operation's NCI lines; geometry method copy, transform source
operation's parameters, geometry, toolpath references, Mastercam Xtras, Feb 25,
2013
Cimatron Shares Tumble After Earnings Release
- total revenue was $12.4 million in Q4, license revenue was 49% of
total revenue, Monica Schnitger, Schnitger Corp Hot Topics, Feb 20, 2013
Venture Capitalist Buys
Up CAM - Battery bought Vero Holdings, aims to 'rightsize'
then sell it, Ralph Grabowski, upFront.eZine, Feb 19, 2013
Autodesk CAM - Interview with Carl White and Anthony Graves
- Autodesk
executives talk about HSMWorks, strategy to gain substantial market-share,
multi-core 64-bit HSMWorks kernel, post processing, John Evans, Design and
Motion, Feb 14, 2013
Stop-Loc Collet Stop Setup Tool - using stop-loc to set endmill stickout, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook,
Jan 10, 2013
G-Wizard Editor Version 0.730
Will Save You Steps - revision history
feature, jmp buttons automatically switch simulator to single block mode, Bob
Warfield, CNCCookbook, Jan 8, 2013
CNC Manufacturing Workflow Infographic - steps involved in manufacturing
part using CNC, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Jan 7, 2013
More Tool Geometry is Coming to G-Wizard Calculator - taper angle, corner
radius tools provide enhanced geometry options to CNC calculator software, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook,
Dec 17, 2012
Taming Multi-Blade Parts with Expert CAM Software
- workflow: rough out excess material between blades, semi-finish
blades, finish blades, base, Paula Apro, Mastercam Xtras, Dec 10, 2012
Inspecting Complex Product Profiles
- using model-based metrology software, portable CMM, David Olson,
MoldMaking Technology, Dec 1, 2012
When is Manual Machining Better Than CNC? -
doing simple jobs is easy with manual machines, but production
efficiency obtained using CNC outweighs its costly setup, Bob
Warfield, CNCCookbook, Nov 28, 2012
Complete CNC Board Implementation - CNC motherboard has 4 stepper driver
modules plugged into respective slots, backplane accepts motor driver modules to
drive CNC machine axes, Jose Quinones, Design News, Nov 20, 2012
Autodesk Acquires HSMWorks - What
It Means to You - Autodesk needs to bring quality, discipline to
HSMWorks product release to make deal worth, Aaron Goldberg, CAD/CAM
Performance, Nov 14, 2012
In Simulation We Trust - demos of EasyFill
Analysis feature in NX 8.5, machine tool simulation inside NX CAM using virtual
machine tool, Aaron Frankel, Siemens PLM Software Blog, Nov 9, 2012
HSMWorks CAM For Inventor -
cloud-based, free 123D CNC utility to generate tool path, Clinton Brown, CADline,
Nov 8, 2012
G-Wizard Editor Setup
- setting up machine profile, CNC controller post for G-Wizard Editor, You Tube,
Nov 4, 2012
How to
Apply
Color
Codes in
Your CNC
Environment
- colors
related to each number are used to simplify task of cutting tool, insert
replacement, Mike Lynch, Modern Machine Shop, Oct 17, 2012
Siemens PLM Software Puts Acquisition Plans in Motion -
buys Kineo CAM that helps optimize motion, collision avoidance, path
planning, Beth Stackpole, Design News, Oct 17, 2012
And Buy More: 3D Systems Buys Rapidform, Siemens Buys Kineo
- Kineo CAM's products are delivered as COTS apps, software
libraries; Rapidform acquired for $35 million, Monica Schnitger,
Schnitger Corp Hot Topics, Oct 10, 2012
How to Achieve Intelligent, Automated CNC Machining - solution
for automated machining, appropriate applications, limitations,
software/hardware breakdown, Max Leser, MoldMaking Technology, Oct
1, 2012
What a Difference a Radius Makes: CAD/CAM Trick
- using radius to make corner easier, changing cutter size instead
of corner radius, CNCCookbook, Oct 7, 2012
Purchasing Considerations for Standard Slide Assemblies -
consider quality, cost, benefits, features of component's design,
effects on finished tool, Chris Matarazzo, MoldMaking Technology,
Oct 1, 2012
Autodesk Acquires a CAM Maker - HSMWorks - Finally - SolidWorks
users comment, discuss acquisition, letter by HSMWorks on handling
sale to Autodesk, Ralph Grabowski, WorldCAD Access, Oct 1, 2012
Autodesk Acquires HSMWorks Technology - Tom Mortensen of HSMWorks
answers FAQs about acquisition, SPAR Point Group, Oct 1, 2012
Autodesk Manufacturing Acquires HSMWorks to Fill CAM 'Missing Link' -
intends to integrate HSMWorks technology into existing local, cloud products
for manufacturing, Randall Newton, Graphic Speak, Oct 1, 2012
Autodesk Snatches Up
HSMWorks, Paves the Way for Cloud-Powered CAM - HSMWorks has
network processing function, can take advantage of computing cores distributed
across entire network, Kenneth Wong's Virtual Desktop, Oct 1, 2012
Autodesk Gets
On the CAM Track, Acquires HSMWorks Technology - perspective
of CAM on cloud, Josh Mings, SolidSmack, Oct 1, 2012
Autodesk Acquires HSMWorks, CAM on the Cloud? - intends to make current
HSMWorks products available for sale, continue to support SolidWorks
customers, offer HSMXpress for free download, John Evans, Design and Motion,
Oct 1, 2012
7
Software
Excuses
for Bad
Surface
Finishes
-
chordal tolerances, CAD file format issues, best
stepover, 3D machining strategies, climb vs conventional
milling, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Aug 28, 2012
Delcam
Hits a
Record -
Again
-
license sales-led revenue growth, up 10%, revenue from Americas was up 17%,
Monica Schnitger, Schnitger Corporation Hot Topics, Aug 28, 2012
Chasing Threads on a CNC Lathe - approaches include:
dialing threads in visually, measure and align, custom
tooling aids, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Aug 27, 2012
Do You Really Need Integrated CAD/CAM? - discussing 2 types,
business perspectives: CAD-centric, CAM-centric, Evan Yares, Design
World, Aug 1, 2012
10 Reasons to Have an Internet-Connected Computer in the Shop - find
dimensional information easily, move G-Code or CAD/CAM data around,
tweak G-Code, access documentation, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, July 31,
2012
20 Bits of Tooling a Beginning CNC Mill User Will Need -
Kurt-style vise, T-Slot clamping kit, R8 ER Collet Chucks,
digital calipers, spot drills, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook,
July 23, 2012
Drilling
for Oil:
Deep
Hole
Custom
Cycle
Sneak
Preview
-
G-Wizard
Conversational
CNC to
generate
g-code
from
conversational
wizards,
Bob
Warfield, CNCCookbook,
July 16, 2012
3D CAM Toolpath Fundamentals - differences Between 2D, 3D machining,
roughing vs finishing, 3 fundamental 3D finishing toolpaths, Robert Grzesek,
CNCCookbook, July 10, 2012
Speeds,
Feeds,
and Hole
Sizes
for HSS
and
Carbide
Reamers
- reamer
hole sizes, best feeds, speeds to use for reamer,
CNCCookbook, July 2, 2012
Different Company Types Have Different CNC Needs -
product-, work piece-producing companies need CNC machines,
Mike Lynch, Modern Machine Shop, June 20, 2012
New
Xform
Fit
Function
and More
in
Mastercam
Design
-
ability
to
trim/extend
wireframe
geometry
to solid
edges,
strip
list of
operations
from
solid
model,
nest
geometry
along
vector,
Mastercam
Xtras,
June 22, 2012
Thinking About High Speed Machining, Corners, and Stepover - advantages
of HSM toolpath vs conventional toolpath, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, June
19, 2012
Tap Drill Size: Maximize Strength and Avoid Broken Taps - guidelines for
selecting thread percentage, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, June 14, 2012
Relative
vs
Absolute
Coordinates
-
definition,
switch
between
2 types
of
coordinates,
use UVW
words
for
relative
coordinates,
Bob
Warfield,
CNCCookbook,
June 11, 2012
How to Reduce EDM Setup from Hours to Minutes - consider
integration with CAD, CMM data, Complete control over all
setup parameters, ability to customize to machine, app, Hari
Sridharan, MoldMaking Technology, June 1, 2012
CAM Considerations for Plunge Roughing - plunge
roughing tools should not be retracted along same path used to cut into
work, Modern Machine Shop, May 14, 2012
Using Manufacturer's Data in G-Wizard for Feeds and Speeds - manufacturer's data vs G-Wizard's listing for surface speed, chipload, working with tool crib feature, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook,
May 24, 2012
Redefining
Production
in the
Age of
Digital
Reality
- rapid
prototyping, 3D printing technologies making manufacturing
sector grow, acquisitions helping digital reality companies
transform, Kathleen Maher, Graphic Speak, May 17, 2012
5 Tips for Evaluating a CAM Dealer - consider dealer's
history, local support, dedication to CAD/CAM software,
skill level, network, Mastercam Xtras, May 21, 2012
Step and Servo Motor Sizing Software for CNC -
calculating axis speed at peak torque, Bob Warfield,
CNCCookbook, May 20, 2012
Making the Jump to 5-Axis Machining Easier - 5-axis machining reduces
machining, setup time, hand-polishing, outweighing costs involved, Edwin
Gasparraj & Aaron Frankel, MoldMaking Technology, May 1, 2012
10 More Things Beginning CNC Milling Users Need to Succeed - compare
machinery handbook with tooling catalog, well understand g-code, make 10
identical parts to tolerance, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Apr 25, 2012
CNC Router Cutter Types and How to Use Them - upcut vs downcut
router bit, compression cutters, diamond cut bits, chipbreaker,
straight flute cutters, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Apr 6, 2012
How do Moldmakers Get into Automation? - consider robots, infeed/outfeed
system, safety guard, customized interface, John Lucier, MoldMaking
Technology, Apr 1, 2012
Six Points You Must Know About High-Feed Milling - take care of machine
tools, inserts, insert grade, machining app, programming, engaged tools,
Todd Miller, MoldMaking Technology, Apr 1, 2012
A Practical Approach for Optimizing Your Machine, Pt 2 -
advanced acceleration control, shape control, automatic corner
override, advanced contour control, optimizing machine accuracy,
Daniel Garafola, MoldMaking Technology, Apr 1, 2012
10 Tips for CNC Router Aluminum Cutting Success - use feeds and
speeds calculator, carbide coated cutters, watch cut depths,
slotting, lubricate with mist, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Mar 27,
2012
Unit Conversion Calculator: G-Wizard Tips and Tutorial - continuous
conversion display feature automatically converts result to units of choice, understanding type in field arithmetic in G-Wizard, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook,
Mar 22, 2012
5 Axis
CNC Benefits - reduces machining time, gives better surface finish,
accuracy, needs fewer setups, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Mar 25, 2012
Delcam
Sees
Record
Revenue,
Profit
in 2011
- annual revenue up 14%, to continue investments in capital equipment,
associated software in automotive, aerospace market, Monica Schnitger, Schnitger
Corporation Hot Topics, Mar 26, 2012
Delcam
Sets
Revenue
and
Profit
Records
in 2011
- $66.5
million of revenues generated with profits of $5.9 million, improved performance
in automotive, aerospace, healthcare business, Randall Newton, Graphic Speak,
Mar 26, 2012
New Documentation Function for Tool-Grinding Software - Numroto
grinding software has Numroto draw function to automate production
verification, Robert Brooks, American Machinist, Mar 15, 2012
C-Axis Turning and Live Tooling: Turning and Milling on One Machine
- converting spindle into C-axis indexer, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook,
Mar 18, 2012
The True Meaning of CAD in the Industry - top 5 suggestions for
Inventor developers to integrate CAM, quick look at Granta Eco Materials
Advisor, DMSI Validus 2.0 Inventor add-in, Scott Moyse, AUGI Library, Mar 9,
2012
Helical Interpolation Ramp Angle and the Best Ways to Enter a Cut -
G-Wizard CNC calculator to figure out feedrate, helix ramp angle while using
helical interpolation, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Mar 7, 2012
Calibration: Essential for the Best Feeds and Speeds - 'G-Wizard feeds
and speeds calculator' considers over 50 variables, can download, customize
manufacturer's data, Bob Warfield, CNCCookbook, Feb 23, 2012
Tips for Proper Machine Alignment - consider
parallel, angular misalignments, don't rely solely on visual inspection, take
care of 'soft foot' condition, Robert Brooks, American Machinist, Mar 1, 2012
How to Lengthen Tool Life with CAM Software Moves - depends on 3
elements: tooling used the way it's designed to be used, holder to contain
that tool as rigidly as possible, how programming software is applied, Steve
Bertrand, MoldMaking Technology, Mar 1, 2012
A Practical Approach for Optimizing Your Machine, Pt 1 -
benefits include: productivity, accuracy, prolonged machine life,
tool life, energy efficiency; optimizing basic performance, Daniel
Garafola, MoldMaking Technology, Mar 1, 2012
Gate Selection Tips - 3 gate types: tab, hot tip, pin; selecting based
on shape, size of part, Gus Breiland, MoldMaking Technology, Feb 1, 2012
Seamless Integration of Design, Manufacturing, and Inspection -
PAS Technology Inspection Lifecycle Management Suite consists of 3
modules: CMM Viewer, CMM Engineering, CMM Inspection, American
Machinist, Jan 19, 2012
Making
the Move
to a
5-Axis
VMC
-
consider
machine
configuration,
repeatability,
accuracy,
control
features,
Maggie
Smith,
MoldMaking
Technology, Jan 1, 2012
New Toolpath Strategy in Delcam 2012
- PowerMill 2012 has flowline machining capabilities; FeatureCAM
has programming software for 2.5D, 3D, 5-axis machining;
PartMaker 2012 includes module for simulating vertical,
horizontal machining centers, Robert Brooks, American Machinist, Jan 12,
2012
5 Benefits of Integrated CAD/CAM - eliminates costly data translation steps,
automates manufacturing authoring process more, uses integrated validation tools
throughout process, Aaron Frankel of
Siemens PLM, MoldMaking Technology, Jan 1, 2012
aPriori
Adds
Costing
Tool to
CAD
-
aPriori
2011 R2 can determine cost of part directly from CAD model, offers geometry
extraction capabilities, Beth Stackpole, Design News, Dec 9, 2011
Product Cost Management Platform for High-Tolerance Machining
- aPriori 2011r2 offers modules with expanded costing processes,
baseline cost models: mill/turn, 5-axis milling, deep bore/trepanning, Robert
Brooks, American Machinist, Dec 8, 2011
New Wall
and
Waterline
Techniques
for Mold
CAM
Program
-
Machining
Strategist
V13
generates
optimal
HSM
roughing,
finishing
CNC
toolpaths,
includes HM waterline, rib machining passes, enhanced helical passes, Robert
Brooks, American Machinist, Nov 23, 2011
Six Best Practices for Mold Design - key mold design strategies
to improve mold building operations, customer support, Lisa
Sterling, MoldMaking Technology, Dec 1, 2011
The Impact of Direct Modeling in Mold Manufacturing - ability of
direct modeling to work with solid geometry, handle sophisticated
geometry conditions is helping plastics, mold design industry, Blake
Courter of SpaceClaim, MoldMaking Technology, Dec 1, 2011
Fully Automated Part-to-CAD Measurement Verification
- auto-align, auto pass/fail tools align CAD data to part quickly, determine
part tolerance in real-time, American Machinist, Nov 3, 2011
A Virtual Jog Mode for CAM - generic motion controller in NX CAM
enables user to capture cutter locations by jogging machine axes
within CAM, Edwin Gasparraj, MMS Online, Oct 20, 2011
Hot New
Additive
Manufacturing
Materials
-
customers demand materials with transparency, biocompatibility,
static-dissipative capabilities, temperature resistance, toughness, Susan Smith,
Desktop Engineering, Nov 1, 2011
Simple
Strategies
for
Providing
Value-Add
to Your
Customers
-
organizing
hoses,
using
mini
tunnel
gate
inserts,
full-color
mold
plaques,
mold
magnets,
Mike
Hicks,
MoldMaking
Technology, Nov 1, 2011
Five CNC Myths and Misconceptions - myths about running CNC
machine, predicting completion of production run, G-code programming, Mike
Lynch, MMS Online, Oct 19, 2011
Four Key 5-Axis Programming Developments for Moldmakers to Consider -
automatic collision avoidance, rest machining, automatic indexing, material
removal, shape offset roughing, finishing, John Welch, MoldMaking
Technology, Oct 1, 2011
The Effects of Hardware Developments on CAM - benefits of multiple
processors, coping with complexity, stock models to optimize tool loading,
simulation capabilities, Peter Dickin, MoldMaking Technology, Oct 1, 2011
A Conversation with Vineet Seth - Delcam executive
on starting operations in India, firing distributors, selling directly with 14
offices in India, Deelip Menezes, Deelip.com, Oct 7, 2011
Get Your CNC Machining On, Without the Metal Shavings - providing machining industry with contemporary competent, simulating in full 3D with visible cutting tools for operations like drilling/slot milling, Josh Mings, Solidsmack,
Oct 6, 2011
Infotech Beefs Up Kubotek KeyView - v10.1.0
includes 2D CAD importers, SAT export function, advanced markup
functionality, tool making plug-in, Randall Newton, Graphic Speak, Sep 30,
2011
Delcam PowerMILL 2012 Introduces Flowline Machining
- ability to control angular point distribution during 5-axis machining, to
use Bezier curves, more control over clearance distances, Randall Newton,
Graphic Speak, Aug 19, 2011
Coming Soon: Universal, CAM-Independent Cutting
Tool Library - based on ISO 13399 standards,
universal tool library will be able to interface with CAM, Peter
Zelinski, MMS Online, Aug 23, 2011
A Conversation with Clive
Martell - Delcam CEO on growth of company, manufacturing
services, relationships with SolidWorks, sales channel, Deelip Menezes,
Deelip.com, Sep 12, 2011
How to Better Utilize Your Existing Equipment - applying automation
brings ROI, exciting opportunities for employees, Chris Norman,
MoldMaking Technology, Sep 1, 2011
Targeting Individual Setup Tasks for Elimination
- achieving zero setup time for machine tool, ideas for eliminating tasks
for machining center setups, Mike Lynch, MMS Online, Aug 24, 2011
Transform Grinding into a CNC-Based Technology - fundamental
requirements, automatic surface grinding benefits, steps to grinding
transformation, Bob Hamada, MoldMaking Technology, Aug 1, 2011
Asking the
Crowd How to Make Something - unlike traditional manufacturing,
crowdsourcing involves community of people who provide ideas about
designing products, Cindy Waxer, Technology Review, July 19, 2011
Manufacturers Turn to 3D Printing -
advantages, disadvantages of 3D additive manufacturing, Lauren Cox,
Technology Review, July 18, 2011
DIYLILCNC V2: Growing Beyond 'Cute' -
low-cost, open-source desktop CNC mill project is supported by School of the
Art Institute of Chicago, Jeffrey Matthias, SolidSmack, July 13, 2011
Report from Delcam's European Press Conference
- Delcam involved in R&D project for improving methods for remanufacturing
of high-value engineering components, Tanya Weaver, DEVELOP 3D, June 10,
2011
The Top 3 Ways to Prevent CNC Cutting Machine Mishaps - by
maintaining CNC work area, equipment, controlling height, considering
computer glitches, Jack Douglass, American Machinist, June 6, 2011
Using Simulation Software to Tackle Complex Moldmaking Challenges
- complex, fast-paced manufacturing environment needs simulation software to
document CNC programming process, Bryan Jacobs of CGTech/Vericut, MoldMaking
Technology, May 1, 2011
Notes
About
think3
from
an
OpenMind
Meeting
- hyperCAD
NT
will
be
using
new
kernel
with
multithreading,
E3
file
compatibility,
full
hybrid
modeler,
Ralph
Grabowski,
WorldCAD
Access, May 10, 2011
CAD/CAM Integration
- reasons for CAM integration into CAD software, Solid DNA Blog, May 9, 2011
Will Additive Manufacturing Put Milling Machines Out of Work? -
Andrzej Grzesiak of Fraunhofer Additive Manufacturing Alliance on
practical apps, user target groups, role in automated process chains,
American Machinist, Apr 28, 2011
Tecnomatix Product and Marketing Leads Offer Strategies and Directions on Day 2
- Tecnomatix integrations to Teamcenter requirements solution, overview of
latest CAM, part planning strategies, Siemens PLM Software Blog, May 5, 2011
Zero Thickness Edges
- TopSolid 7 takes care of issues automatically, Bill Genc, Clear Cut
Solutions, Inc., May 3, 2011
Mass Customization's Missing Link -
synergy with 'build-to-order' of standard products, David Anderson,
Mechanical Engineering, Apr 2011
Simple Productivity Gains with Mold Design Automation - edit-free G
code, error-free component is result of automation, Adam Smith of Edgecam,
Mold Making Technology, Apr 1, 2011
TopSolid 2011 - First Look at CAM
Improvements - 3D morphing tool path,
Bill Genc, Clear Cut Solutions, Inc., Mar 11, 2011
TopSolid 2011 - First Look at CAD
Improvements
-
fill hole command to fill holes in sheet bodies,
Bill Genc, Clear Cut Solutions, Inc., Mar 14, 2011
TopSolid 2011 - Continued Look at
CAD Improvements
- improvements to 3, 4 curve surfaces, trimming option, copy face function, Bill Genc,
Clear Cut Solutions, Inc., Mar 14, 2011
Simple Productivity Gains with Mold Design Automation -
tips for automating machining process, Adam
Smith of Edgecam, MoldMaking Technology, Apr 1, 2011
Delcam Annual Revenue Up 17% in 2010
- Delcam to increase shareholder dividends; newer territories in China, India
showed significant growth, Randall Newton, Graphic Speak, Mar 24, 2011
Delcam Bounces Back - record sales
of $59 million achieved in 2010,
improved sales in Europe, North America,
Asia, Monica Schnitger, Schnitger
Corporation Hot Topics, Mar 24, 2011
Four Steps to CAM Selection - identify current needs, consider
future planned investments, track performance in key categories, evaluate to
surpass baseline efficiency, Jeff Jaje, MoldMaking Technology, Mar 1, 2011
New White Paper on Modern Nesting - automatic nesting, multi-threaded code, integrating nesting
with MRP/ERP in Radan, Planit, Feb 25, 2011
Behind the Scenes: Creo, NC
and Manufacturing
- recent technological advances, especially in CAM, direct
modeling apps, interview with Jose Coronado, Creo NC product manager,
Geoff Hedges, Creo, Feb 17, 2011
Manufacturing Death Greatly Exaggerated - domestic manufacturing,
misconceptions in domain, basic shift required, Peter Alpern, Industry
Week, Dec 27, 2010
2010
InventorCAM 2010 First Impressions
- CAM totally integrated within Inventor, painless set up, intuitive,
recommended by John Evans, Design and Motion, Dec 22, 2010
No Need to Start from Scratch - old factories use digital
retrofitting to update facilities, using exterior structure,
measurements, transition to new tooling, equipment, simulate new
production processes, Patrick Michel, American Machinist, Dec 1, 2010
Additive Manufacturing: Not Just For Rapid Prototyping - use in end
products, especially laser sintered materials, no tooling required, Eric
Fish, Time Compression, Oct 29, 2010
PAS Creates CMM Code from SolidWorks in a Flash -
application reads SolidWorks drawing, automatically creates CMM code,
Roopinder Tara, CAD Insider, Sep 21, 2010
Do CNC Programmers Really Need to Change Your SolidWorks Models?
- positioning of fillets, chamfers, non-orthogonal edges with fillets, fillets waste of time/effort, Matt Lombard, Dezignstuff SolidWorks Blog, July 29, 2010
Revenues from Additive Manufacturing Down in 2009 - low-cost machines
impact, additive-manufacturing industry has untapped potential, custom,
short-run production, Randall Newton, Vektorrum, July 23, 2010
Hot
Trends in Additive Manufacturing -
standards emerging; medical/dental, aerospace,
gaming application, DIY systems, high end systems, Susan
Smith, Desktop Engineering, July 1, 2010
Green & Energy Efficient CNC Machining -
making strides for energy efficiency, reducing business expenses,
technological advances, J Lundee, Daily AutoCAD, May 6, 2010
Demystifying NC Program Optimization - defining optimization, automatically
optimizing NC program, Bill Hasenjaeger, MoldMaking Technology, Mar 2010
In the
Pursuit of 5-Axis Precision - super-tuned, less expensive
machine works efficiently at constant ambient temperature, humidity, American
Machinist, Feb 8, 2010
2009
The Changing Role of Simulation - CNC
machine simulation results useful for engineers, designers outside NC
programming role, PLM World, Sep 2009
Quick Start Tips for Pro/NC
- important config.pro options, using site files for default parameter settings,
saving, reusing work cells, Ryan Butcher, PTC Express, Aug 2009
The Right
PC CNC Brings Speed to Moldmakers - upgradeable memory, processing,
execution speed, performance-specified machining, PC hardware advantage, Mark Logan, Moldmaking
Technology, Aug 2, 2009
CAM Software Certified for 3D Mechanical Design System - FeatureCAM
offers support for multi-spindle machining functions, extended 5 axis options,
improved 4 axis simultaneous milling, Robert Brooks, American Machinist, Jun 22,
2009
Playing
by the Rules - rules-based design automation technology
like iLogic can help manufacturers capture, re-use product information
efficiently, Colin Watson of Imass Design Solutions, CAD User, Apr/May 2009
High-Speed Machining Simplified -
applying correct HSM principles, CNC machine, toolholder, cutting tools for
better High-speed machining results, Steve McBride, MoldMaking Technology, Jun
2009
Trimming
Costs at the Design Stage - DFMA software approaches
highlight unnecessary parts in design, identify cost of processes, materials
in manufacturing in early design stages, Peter Alpern, American Machinist,
May 13, 2009
Making
the Most of High-Speed Machining - characteristics of
high-speed machining software, Francois Lamy, MoldMaking Technology, May
2009
CAM Software @ the Cutting Edge
- SolidCAM, GibbsCAM SolidSurfacer, Mastercam capable of handling multi-faceted,
high speed, feature based machining, Lawrence Gould, Time Compression, Mar 5,
2009
Benefits
of Using the Right Measurement Tool - thickness analysis
software should be integrated in CAD software to check inconsistent wall
thickness areas in mold design, Bhaskar Sinha, MoldMaking Technology, Apr
2009
Hardware
Hackers - Resources to Make Your Projects Aesthetically Pleasing
- pros, cons of using custom manufacturing tools like Ponoko, Shapeways,
Redeye, Quickparts, Protomold, eMachineShop, Joseph Flaherty, Replicator,
Apr 15, 2009
DSSP:
Convergence Leads to Quiet Revolution - digital shape
sampling and processing technique for producing high-quality digital models,
enables mass customization, Ping Fu of Geomagic, MCAD Online, Apr 14, 2009
Democratization of Manufacturing - mass customization process gives users
power to manufacture parts through remote production process, Jean Thilmany,
Mechanical Engineering, Apr 2009
Benefits of Thread Milling on CNC Machines
- easy tool selection, threads with superior unified form produced, taps
breaking minimized, American Machinist, Mar 24, 2009
Five Axis Accuracy - R-test measures rotary axis position, determines
location errors, James Benes, American Machinist, Mar 12, 2009
 Laser-Sintering
Speeds Development and Manufacture of Parts for Spinal Surgery - adoption of
additive layer manufacturing by laser-sintering powdered metal, a technique
developed by the German company, EOS, CADdigest.com, Jan 22, 2009
2008
Code It, Cut It, Ship It - Now That's ROI - Delcam PowerMILL
Azimuth smoothing algorithms has dramatic effect on the tool path and machine
movement, should result in better finish, Al Dean, Develop3D, Dec 11, 2008
Delcam's
CopyCAD Pro to Offer Tribrid Modeling - PowerSHAPE
functions in CopyCAD Pro enables easier, faster, accurate creation of CAD
surfaces from triangle data, MakePartsFast.com, Nov 4, 2008
Revisiting Manufacturing Web Sites - summaries of Best Manufacturing
Practices, InnoCentive, National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining,
iMechanica, more, Mitch Free, Production Machining, Aug 19, 2008
There is CAD, and Then There is CAD - advanced CAD functionality not
available in CAM, forcing users to buy CAD, Larry Haftl, American Machinist, Sep
18, 2008
Reducing Product Costs
Early On Reaps Savings - designing for manufacture and assembly, Nicholas
Dewhurst, Desktop Engineering, Aug 1, 2008
Getting a Handle on Delcam's Product Suite
- broad range of products are strong on CAM but also do design, plus specialty
industries like jewelry, footwear, American Machinist, July 22, 2008
Software
Enhances Advancing Technologies - multi-axis machining, advance hardware,
cutting tools, integrated software have given mold makers competitive edge,
Sherry Baranek, Mold Making Technology, May 2008
Delcam
- Have it Your Way - Delcam sees market for 'mass customization' for its
customers and offers software for it, Roopinder Tara, CADdigest.com, Apr 23,
2008
Integrated
and Automated Knowledge-Based CAM For Better Productivity - CAM industry
faces shortage of skilled engineers and CAD/CAM data exchange issues, Mike
Coleman, MoldMaking Technology, Apr 2008
Mach 2008 Preview - Alphacam, EdgeCAM, Radan, Delcam
and many others will be displaying latest in cutting edge manufacturing
technology, MCAD Online, Mar 25, 2008
Five
Reasons to Work With Integrated CAD/CAM Software - common interfacing,
minimized data loss, no version lag, fragmented support, more, Steve Thomas,
MoldMaking Technology, Feb 2008
Another Step Toward
CAM Automation - STEP AP224 interface will help make use of data
communications standards in manufacturing environment, Mark Albert, MMS Online,
Mar 2008
Model
Milling - 3 axis CNC milling used for large architectural models, Thomas
Seebohm & B.J. Novitski, Architecture Week, Feb 13, 2008
An Alternate Route
For Generating an Alternate Tool Path - VoluMill toolpath engine, available
as web-based, client/server platform, which can be used with any CAM system,
Derek Korn, MMS Online, Feb 2008
GE CNC Units Programmed Directly Onsite - Manual Guide i helps CNC
controllers easily program directly onsite, CNCinformation.com, Feb 12, 2008
2007
2006
Uncovering Hidden
Waste in Product Design - design methodologies to reduce the time to edit
CAD models in your manufacturing process and improve production, David Prawel,
COE NewsNet, August 2005
Understanding Volumetric Positioning Errors
- Body Diagonal Displacement Measurement Method is a good quick check of 3D
(volumetric) positioning errors, Charles Wang, Tooling & Production, September
2005
Better Times Ahead for CAM Vendors
- CAM vendors are working hard on automatic feature recognition and multitasking
machines to increase sales in 2005, Jeffrey Rowe, Advanced Manufacturing, August
2005
Trends in Aerospace Machining - aerospace manufacturers take high-speed
machining and CAM software for machining complex shapes, Kenneth J. Korane,
Machine Design, August 2005
Q&A
with Ralph Picklo - director of sales for Cimatron Technologies
believes in integration of CAD/CAM into the complete business processes, vendors
need to understand and support tooling industry, Ann Mazakas, Desktop
Engineering, July 2005
Machining
Outside the Shop - CAD/CAM software and 3D scanning technologies are pairing
up with machine tools to reach a variety of non-traditional locations, Derek
Korn, MMS Online, July 2005
The
Changing Face of CNC Programming - CAM software advancements are helping to
maximize the productivity of CNC programmers, giving the manufacturer an
advantage in flexibility and optimization, Mark Albert, MMS Online, July 2005
The Expanding Role of Simulation
- NC program simulation information can be used to automatically produce process
documentation and robust in-process inspection documentation, Bryan Jacobs,
Manufacturing Center, July 2005
Manufacturing Excellence! - Centre of Excellence in Manufacturing (CEM)
assists the smaller companies in improving production process and
manufacturing businesses, CADUser.com, July 2005
Q&A with Steve Sivitter - the CEO of Pathtrace Systems,
developer of EdgeCAM software, supports improving manufacturing through
automation, communication, and education, Ann Mazakas, Desktop Engineering, June
2005
Tug-of-War - the manufacturing industry spent 5 percent more on IT this year
as compared to last year, Jeff Moad, Managing Automation, May 25, 2005
The Right Tools for the Right Job - evaluate your CAM software
so that it can respond to regional and global trends in product demand and
adjust the product development processes accordingly, Jeffrey Rowe, Advanced
Manufacturing, June 2005
CAD and CAM Link Up - the merger of UGS and Tecnomatix will allow
engineers using UGS manufacturing NX and Solid Edge to directly access
Tecnomatix products, Paul Teague, Design News, May 16, 2005
(more
CAM articles)
Q
& A with Glenn Coleman - the VP of product design at Surfware talks about
their new toolpath engine TrueMill, Ann Mazakas, Desktop Engineering, May 2005
Redefining High Speed Machining - by dynamically managing
tool engagement, Surfware's TrueMill CAM technology dramatically
reduces cycle times while extending cutting tool life, John
Teresko, Industry Week, May 24, 2005
The Integrated CAD/CAM Solution - MCAD vendors like
SolidWorks, UGS/Solid Edge and Autodesk have integrated CAM products which helps
manufacturers to reduce costs and increase productivity, Bruce Wiener, Desktop
Engineering, May 2005
Go-Between - shop floor software taps into CAD systems to get vital
manufacturing information, Jean Thilmany, Mechanical Engineering, May 2005
Q&A with Dan Frayssinet - co-founder of DP Technology says manufacturing will become a direct process,
independent of operator interaction, Ann Mazakas, Desktop Engineering, May 2005
When Safety and Savings Matter - lacrosse goggle was
fitted to 3D laser scan of face,
Kevin Vititoe, Desktop Engineering, May 2005
On-Machine
Inspecting - software to inspect a part while still
on the NC machine may cost machining time but will save time
overall, Paul Sharke, Mechanical Engineering, April 2005
Mustang Accelerates in Reverse -
stamping dies reverse engineered with Geomagic Studio for Ford Mustang, Jill Aitoro, Caduser,
March 2005
A Toolpath
Like No Other - a look at SurfCAM's patent-pending TrueMill toolpath
engine, Charles Bates, American Machinist, April 1, 2005
The Case for Digital Manufacturing - even small manufacturers can simulate machining with software, Andy DeVicq
and Bob Lloyd, Cadserver, April 5, 2005
CAD vs. CAM 101 - the gap between CAD and CAM have reduced considerably over the years, yet there are differences especially in their features and interoperability, Jeffrey Rowe, Cadalyst Manufacturing, March 17, 2005
Bridging the Gap
- despite progress, a fully wired factory
floor is still a dream, Peter Fretty, Advanced Manufacturing,
January 5, 2005 (more
CAM features)
Will Technology Lead a Revival?
- report from IMTS 2004 show, by Jeffrey Rowe, Advanced Manufacturing, January
5, 2005 (more
CAM features)
CAD to CAM: Where it Started and Where It's Going - a brief history of
the design drawing and how integrated translators and a new standard will
carry it into the future, John Wedrychowski, Desktop Engineering, February
2005
CAD Data
Increasing in Value - more and more manufacturers are utilizing CAD data
further up, and down, the IT chain, Alan Johnson, ferret.com.au, February
15, 2005
Take Control - CNC systems of the future will play an even bigger part
in production, Martin Oakham, e4engineering, January 28, 2005
ALDAC: Solution for Replacement Parts - the navy is using
state-of-the-art equipment, aircraft and weapons system parts that can be
scanned, analyzed, modeled and authenticated against OEM components and
imported into CAD/CAM to be ready for manufacture, Sarah Ehman and Bob
Polanowski, dcmilitary.com, February 10, 2005
PLM: A Strategy for
Increased Manufacturing Productivity - to enhance innovation and improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, economy
and consequent productivity, a sound PLM strategy is
essential, Tony Hakola and Michael Horning, CADdigest.com, January 27, 2005
5-Axis Machining Hits the Road - with the cost of five axis equipment
falling, the technology is now within the reach of a wider range of
engineering companies, including those in the autosport sector, CADserver,
January 2005
Turning Ideas Into
Parts - a Florida CNC shop draws on a wide array of software -
including CAD, CAM and shopfloor programming tools - to gain maximum
leverage from its manufacturing know-how, Mark Albert,
MMS Online, February 2005
Reverse
Engineering: The Catalyst Behind the Next Big Aerospace Leap - reverse
engineering is the key to conquering the divide between the physical and
digital worlds and creating full integration among all facets of the
aerospace manufacturing process, Ping Fu,
Aerospace Engineering (hosted on Geomagic.com), January 20, 2005
Down The Road
- implementing CAD/CAM in your shop is necessary to
reduce programming and production errors, provide ease
of part programming, increase machine throughput and
utilization and integrate essential non-machining
operations into your manufacturing scheme, Manufacturing
Center, February 2005
The Ultimate CAM Checklist -
tips to help you choose the right CAM software for your shop, Patrick Waurzyniak, Manufacturing Engineering (hosted on ThomasNet),
January 18, 2005
Offshore Outsourcing Is Both Inevitable and a Source of U.S. Manufacturing
Strength - think3's CEO believes strategic outsourcing lets in-house
engineers focus on innovative new designs, while more routine
design/engineering work is outsourced, thus improving the recruitment,
retention and motivation of in-house engineering talent, Joe Costello,
Machine Design, January 6, 2005
Shaping
the Future of Manufacturing - a look at manufacturing's recent
history reveals clues of what's to come, Patricia Panchak, Industry Week,
January 1, 2005more CAM features) 2004
A Rapid Prototyping Industry Briefing - Terry Wohlers shares his views
relating to the latest developments in RP and looks ahead to
2005, SolidWorks Community, December 28, 2004 (requires free
registration)
What's Next for 3D in Manufacturing?
- 3D CAD data is making its way from the CAD world through manufacturing and
on downstream, via 3D publishing, Solid Digital Digest, December 21, 2004
(requires free registration)
Solid
Modeling, CAM and CNC: Revealing Geometry Gaps - tips on how to define,
investigate and locate geometry gaps that can cause problems during tool
path generation, Don LaCourse and Robert
Byrnes, CADdigest.com, December 15, 2004
Solid
Modeling, CAM and CNC: Recommended Practices - tips on optimizing the
flow of information from solid modeling to NC (Numerical Control Tool
Paths), Don LaCourse and Robert Byrnes, CADdigest.com, December 13, 2004
Solid
Modeling, CAM and CNC: Problem Detection & Troubleshooting - tips on
solving geometry-related problems in the machine shop, Don LaCourse and
Robert Byrnes, CADdigest.com, December 10, 2004
Add Value with Methodology, Part II - standardized design methodologies
improve CAD and CAM on-time performance, leading to greater innovation and
improved profits, Gary Patelski and Jeffrey Solash, Design Engineering,
December 2004
Solid Modeling, CAM and CNC: Preferred Capabilities
- before you buy any NC software, carefully consider whether it can do your
job, Don LaCourse and Robert Byrnes, CADdigest.com, December 9, 2004
Solid
Modeling, CAM and CNC: Managing Change - tips on implementing and
integrating a Numerical Control (NC) application, Don LaCourse and Robert
Byrnes, CADdigest.com, December 8, 2004
Rapid Manufacturing Ramps Up
- Stratasys and Z Corp. both see trends toward more and better materials,
increased speed and greater demand for short-run manufacturing, Louise
Elliott, Desktop Engineering, November 2004
Fatex: Innovation Drives Lectra's Partnerships with its Clients -
Lectra recently launched its latest innovations at the recent European
international trade show for clothing and accessories manufacturing,
including the newest version of Modaris patterning and grading software,
fibre2fashion.com, November 24, 2004
Maintaining
the Balance - preventive maintenance for today's CNC machine tools
should be a part of every shop's routine - but what technologies are
available and how should they be used?, Martin Oakham, e4engineering,
November 19, 2004
From Online to
on the Table: CU to Put 'Printable Machines' on the Web - Cornell
University is putting a library of stereolithographic files online from
which special printers can construct full-size, 3D, fully working plastic
models of historic machines from the collection at the Museum of Science in
Boston, Bill Steele, Cornell Chronicle, November 18, 2004
The 2004 CAM Roundup - a reference guide to selecting CAM software, plus
a discussion on going from CAD/CAM to final product, Connect Press staff,
Inventor Connections, November 10, 2004 (requires free registration)
Software
Report--the Experts Weigh In - CAM software vendors CGTech,
Mastercam, Delcam, DP Technology, EGS, Gibbs, Open Mind, Pathtrace and
Surfware discuss their products and the industry, Tooling and Production,
November 4, 2004
What's
Ahead For CAD/CAM? - digital exchange of part data between CAD and
CAM consists primarily of nominal geometry and not the part specifications
necessary for automated manufacturing, American Machinist, October 1, 2004
The Key to Speed - quick turnarounds make injection molding the best prototyping choice for a maker of automotive locksets, Joseph Ogando, Design News, October 11, 2004 Profile: Ron Hollis of Quickparts, Inc. on His Company's Phenomenal Growth - Quickparts president and CEO discusses his business strategies and management style and how his company developed the first online quoting system, Lynda Rutledge, Inventor Connections, October 12, 2004 (requires free registration) Investing in the Next Hot Technology - Stratasys Inc., maker of rapid prototyping model printing systems, remains a worthy addition to any investor's watch list, Jeremy MacNealy, The Motley Fool, October 12, 2004 Desktop Manufacturing - four-part article on the possible impact of desktop fabricators, Red Herring, September 8, 2004 GM's Reuse Strategy - General Motors is expanding its parts database of 40,000 3D CAD models with the goal to reuse 40 to 60% of parts across its brands to save time and money, Laurie Sullivan, Information Week, September 27, 2004 Putting Process into the Product - DELMIA’s digital manufacturing allows OEMs to define details from preproduction to final shop floor processes in the software, Louise Elliott, Desktop Engineering, October 2004 Delcam's ArtCAM Software Key to Growth at Ice Carving Company - a Canada-based producer of ice sculptures for the hospitality ice industry uses ArtCAM Insignia software in its international ice-carving services, CADdigest.com, September 30, 2004 3D CAD Tips & Techniques - Version 2.6 - 49 new CAD and CAM tips, 3DCADTips, September 15, 2004 (requires free registration) The Future Brightens for MCAD-to-CAM Connectivity - new ISO and ASME standards and enhanced MCAD interoperability initiatives are helping to improve communication between MCAD and CAM systems, Louise Elliott, Desktop Engineering, September 2004 Texturing Granite - the recently unveiled Diana Memorial in London is unusual because its design and construction combined groundbreaking CAD/CAM production techniques with the traditional art of stonemasonry, Don Barker, Architecture Week, September 15, 2004 Now It's Your Turn - advice on how to begin outsourcing your rapid prototypes, Glenn Hartwig, Desktop Engineering, September 2004 Milling Good Parts from Bad Geometry - an overview of Adaptive Machining, a useful new addition to the CAD/CAM process, Machine Design, August 19, 2004 Web Site Builds on Users' Bright Ideas - eMachineShop.com enables people to design 3D objects, such as car parts and door knobs in metal or plastic, then order them online, Peter Svensson, Associated Press (hosted on USAToday.com), August 18, 2004 Less Visits to the Dentist - CAD/CAM tools are helping to make dentistry a less painful, more aesthetic experience, Marcie Fraser, Capital News 9, July 22, 2004 Future of CAD is Bright and Unlimited - interview with the director of the Purdue University center that created the world's first 3D CAD parts search engine, Nitish S Rele, Sify.com, June 24, 2004 CAM Software Market Poised for a Rebound - a discussion of the current trends in the CAM industry, which edged into positive territory in 2003 after several years of declining growth, Manufacturing Automation, May/June 2004 Holey Molds! - you can thank SURFCAM software, among others, for that nearly impossible-to-open heavy-duty plastic packaging encasing many audio and computer products, C. H. Bush, surfcam.com, June 17, 2004 The Digital Revolution Arrives - a look at some of the latest trends in digital manufacturing, including tools from UGS, Proficiency and CoCreate, Peter Fretty, Advanced Manufacturing, May 2004 Gearing Up for F-35 Assembly - Lockheed Martin is using Delmia's ENVISION software to ensure that production workers can easily reach all areas of a component of the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, David Alexander, Aerospace Engineering Online, June 2004 (pdf) The New Crown Jewel of Dentistry - CAD/CAM tools are enabling a Canadian dentist to create precise dental crowns and bridges made from nonmetal compounds, Rachel Ross, TheStar.com, June 14, 2004 Structural Plastics Exploring Ways to Make Molds & Parts Faster - a new method of making molds faster and less expensively uses an approach analogous to rapid-prototyping methods that build up a model out of thin slices, Mikell Knights, Plastics Technology, June 2004 Mold Makers Create Future - mold makers will benefit by visiting several CAD/CAM machining manufacturers to witness the latest technologies, jobwerx.com, May 28, 2004 Rapid Injection Molding Allows Automotive Component Supplier To Maneuver Around Tight Prototyping Deadlines - a part supplier for automotive OEMs avoids manufacturing obstacles by using rapid injection molding to produce production-grade prototype parts, Alexandra Pratt, Pro/E Community, May 12, 2004 (may require free registration) Designs on Success - a look at how manufacturers are overcoming the obstacles between conceptual design and implementation, Jim Limperis, The Manufacturer, May 2004 Feature Recognition: CAD/CAM's Future - developments in CAD/CAM, particularly feature recognition, are making programming easier, Zoe Fielding, ferret.com.au, May 4, 2004 Visualizing the Virtual Factory - collaborative 3D visualization tools, from such companies as Delmia and Tecnomatix, are helping manufacturers speed the design and build cycles of new products, while lowering production costs and boosting plant efficiency, Patrick Waurzyniak, Manufacturing Engineering, April 2004 DaimlerChrysler CIO on the Road to IT Success - DaimlerChrysler is implementing Dassault's DELMIA, a program that CIO Susan Ungar believes will revolutionize the automobile industry, Stan Gibson, eWeek, May 3, 2004 Fighting Back to Kick-start New Era - a UK manufacturing company transformed a massive sales setback into a potentially job-creating expansion after investing in new CAD/CAM tools, Carl Jones, Shropshire Star, May 3, 2004 Web Weavers - GlobalSpec and Thomas Register have unveiled major upgrades to their websites that both companies promise will make product searches easier than ever, Paul E. Teague, Design News, April 26, 2004 Sizing Up Laser Placement Systems - a variety of CAD systems are being deployed to make lighter, more intelligent and versatile laser systems, Karen Fisher Mason, High-Performance Composites, March 2004 Engineering Solutions Worldwide Rides a Growing Trend - a St. Louis company is capitalizing on a trend among manufacturers to provide rapid prototyping and large-scale fabrication at one shop, Shera Dalin, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, April 18, 2004 Indian Researchers Lead World's First Search Tool for 3-D Shapes - the world's first 3D parts search engine will allow users to provide a shape - such as an existing CAD drawing or a free-hand sketch - to look for similar textures and geometry in its data base, Anand Parthasarathy, The Hindu, April 19, 2004 Researchers Develop 3-D Search Engine - researchers at both Purdue and Princeton universities have developed new search engines that can mine catalogs of three-dimensional objects - including CAD designs - based on user sketches, Brian Bergstein, Associated Press (hosted on MSNBC.com), April 15, 2004 NRI-Led Team Develops New Search Engine - the world's first 3D CAD part search engine will enable users to search huge industry databases by sketching a part from memory, penciling in modifications to an existing part or selecting a part that has a similar shape, Seema Hakhu Kachru, rediff.com, April 14, 2004 Software That Searches the Parts Bin - an engineer is developing software that works like a graphics-oriented version of Google to make searching engineering databases for a part design easier, Otis Port, Business Week Online, April 15, 2004 Software Makes for Better Biking - using SURFCAM to sketch out the geometry for bicycle frames, Maine's Aegis Bicycles develops some of the most advanced bicycles available, SURFCAM, April 8, 2004 The Rapid Prototyping Education Problem - a lack of awareness and education is impeding the growth and expansion of the rapid prototyping industry, Todd Grimm, Time-Compression Technologies, January/February 2004 Computer-Aided Packaging - modern computer-based design and manufacturing techniques are revolutionizing food packaging, says UK-based firm Delcam, Foodproductiondaily.com, April 2, 2004 Laser System is a Bright Idea for Faster Product Development - by using a laser scanning system mounted on the arm of a portable CMM, vehicle manufacturers can speed time-to-market by having faster turns from CAD to prototypes to production, Gary S. Vasilash, Automotive Design & Production, April 2004 The Future Is Now - two Utah dentists are using special CAD/CAM tools to create partial and full crowns, veneers and other tooth restorations with great precision in less than an hour, Diana Mills, New Utah, April 1, 2004 Bridging the Gap Between Silos of Automation - to decrease product cost and inefficiency, Delphi has developed new CAD/CAM design methodologies that allow designers to create fully associated CAD models, process models and process drawings that work the same on all the major CAD systems, COE NewsNet, March 2004 The Process Before The Program - CAM automation brings many benefits, including reduced programming time and, especially, greater consistency from job to job, Peter Zelinski, MMS Online, March 18, 2004 Boat Parts Production Is More Precise With Five-Axis Machining Software - Mastercam and Vericut CNC simulation software help produce the tightest of tolerances for boat parts, MMS Online, April 1, 2004 CAM Going Upstream - knowledge bases have the potential to move the focus of manufacturing applications upstream from toolpath generation into the heart of the design process, John Callen, DE Online, March 2004 Laser Scanning Cuts Through Challenge - laser scanning was used to produce a new mold for a part that previously had been made from CAD data and pattern models, Michelle Maniscalco, Injection Molding Magazine, March 2004 Life Through a Lens - CNC machining leads to surgical success in helping prevent blindness, Matt Bailey, Surfware.com, March 2, 2004 Wohlers Report 2003 - discusses the state of the rapid prototyping industry, which is on the cusp of monumental change through advances in technology, materials, operations and new applications and processes, Terry Wohlers, CADserver, February 25, 2004 NMW Conferences Focus on Technology, Market Trends - a look at some of the highlights of the dozens of sessions at the National Manufacturing Week in Chicago, Rick DeMeis, Design News, February 23, 2004 Bold Claims for Future of Design Software - Delphi Technologies says it will redefine CAD/CAM design for manufacturers with new methods enabling designers to use existing CAD systems to create higher quality CAD data that is easier to change downstream, Jeffrey Rowe, Advanced Manufacturing, January/February 2004 3D Lasers Cut a Wider Product Swath - lasers are becoming a very real competitive option to traditional parts processing methods, Mazak Nissho Iwai, Tooling & Production, February 2004 A Benchmark Comparison of Curvature Matched Machining Methods - Curvature Matched Machining methods go head to head with three commercial CAM algorithms, C. Greg Jensen, Rob Cheatham, Zhenyu Chen, Max Wan, Yifan Chen and Brian Bowman, COE NewsNet, January 2004 (pdf) Inkjet Goes 3D - researchers have developed a printer that makes three-dimensional forms without the use of a laser, offering a cheaper alternative for many in the rapid prototyping and manufacturing industry, TRN, January 28, 2004 Yacht Equipment Manufacturer Is Racing Towards The Future - SurfCAM is deployed to design and manufacture high-performing sailboat parts, MMS Online, January 25, 2004 Manchester, Mo., Computer-Design Pioneers Blaze New Trails in Aerospace Field - CAD/CAM technology's role in aerospace design and manufacturing has evolved so much that makers are eliminating years between the time it takes to design an aircraft and to build the first prototype, Cynthia Wilson, Miami Herald, January 19, 2004 Provo Seeks to Nurture Y Inventions - a computer program invented at Brigham Young University allows tool design to be transferred from an engineer's computer to machining mills at a faster pace, Rob Weiler, BYU Newsnet, January 15, 2004 Faro Gets Lit - although Faro experienced a meteoric rise in its share price in 2003, no one is sure what its future market might be, or how soon it will arrive, Seth Jayson, Fool.com, January 14, 2004 New Ideas to Recharge Design and Manufacturing - two new production methods - both CAD-neutral and requiring no additional investment in new software, hardware or IT services - are reducing design cycles, Andrew Brown Jr., Machine Design, January 8, 2004 CAD Software is Cool with Curves - to model complex, high-pressure aircraft ducts, engineers at ACE Clearwater Enterprises turned to VX software to more easily develop multi-curved surfaces, Paul Dvorak, Machine Design, January 8, 2004 2003Saving a Relief After a Material Set-up Has Been Assigned - ArtCAM tips and tricks, ArtCAM Quarterly, Autumn 2003 How Flexible Is Your Manufacturing? - new research into more modular and flexible manufacturing systems is trying to help manufacturers become more agile, lean and better serve their customers, Steve Krar and Arthur Gill, Advanced Manufacturing, December 2003You Can Automate More Than You Think - a 9-person machine shop expedites 3D milling work by reducing its dependence on employees for information-related tasks that occur before the machining center can start to cut, Peter Zelinski, MMS Online, November 2003 Plugging Into Tombstone Productivity - customized CAD/CAM software helps a machine tool builder maximize the output of its horizontal machining centers, Mark Albert, MMS Online, December 15, 2003 Technology
and Trends in CAM Software - summarizes some important technology developments affecting CAD/CAM software today and how it may affect the choices you make in upgrading or choosing software, Alan Christman, MMS Online, November 2003 Sketching In Space - 3D cyber-stylus enables the free-hand sketching of objects inside a virtual space, Jan Libbenga, The Register, Dec 4, 2004 Curves Editing with VX CAD/CAM - interactive tutorial, Novedge Newsletter, November 2003 ESI Launches PAM-MEDYSA 2G - with virtual prototyping and simulation among the fastest growing segments of the PLM sector, companies such as ESI, MSC Software and LMS International will be competing to gain their share of the market, Amy Rowell, CADwire.net, November 20, 2003 Design Outsourcing for Mid-Size Manufacturers - companies such as think3 are offering design outsourcing as a way to get jobs done at a lower cost and in less time than would otherwise be possible, Marc Cannon, Desktop Engineering, November 2003 STEP-NC Gives Impetus to Feature-Based Manufacturing - although it may be a few years away from commercial availability, STEP-NC has the potential to change the very nature of CAM, Louise Elliott, Desktop Engineering, November 2003 CAD is King in New Inspection Capabilities - with production quality such a critical issue for manufacturers, CAD/CAM and inspection have become more closely linked than ever, Jamie Wade, ferret.com.au, November 17, 2003 Speed Metal - thanks to recent breakthroughs in rapid prototyping technologies, it may soon be possible to create functional aluminum parts directly from CAD models instead of relying on tooling, dies and traditional metalworking methods, Jon Excell, e4engineering, November 6, 2003 Shop Has Great Expectations for Software - tooling provider and automotive-seal manufacturer GTI Corp. believes its recently installed Delcam software will speed and simplify data transfer for the company's sealing system and tooling designs, American Machinist, September 2003 Manufacturing and Financial Services Provide Strong Markets for Application Software in North America, Reveals IDC - according to a new report, more than 23% of 2002 applications software revenue originated from companies in the manufacturing sector, Anna Toncheva, IDC, October 2, 2003 Product to Bridge the Great Divide - a new easy-to-use pattern-making tool may prove to have a major effect on the garment manufacturing industry and has the potential to revive the home-sewing market, allAfrica.com, September 30, 2003 What Are Multi-Tasking Machines and Their Benefits? - explores the advantages of being able to execute simple and complex milling and turning all on one specially designed machine, CAD CAM Forum, September 30, 2003 Spray On Tooling - a UK company is developing a process called sprayforming that it believes will eventually replace traditional tool-making methods, Eve Oxberry, ferret.com.au, September 26, 2003 From CAD to Airbag - a new tool that generates motion control paths directly from CAD drawings is helping an airbag manufacturer increase production for the fast-growing curtain-bag market, Dave Wilson, e4engineering, September 23, 2003 High-End CAD-Integrated CAM Dominates the Market - more than one third of the total CAM market belongs to EDS PLM Solutions’ NX CAM, Dassault's CATIA CAM, and PTC’s Pro/NC, Louise Elliott, Desktop Engineering, August 2003 New Dimensions For 3-D Measurements - a precision 3D, non-contact surface measurement system is now undergoing beta testing, John Teresko, Industry Week, October 1, 2003 Intricate Parts from the Inside Out - a new production technology - Laser Engineered Net Shaping, or LENS - makes near-net-shape metal parts directly from CAD data, Richard Grylls, Machine Design, September 4, 2003 What Will CAD CAM Software Do For Me? - explores the advantages of using a CAM system, how to choose one and how to implement it, CAD CAM Forum, June 20, 2003 So What's Windows Got To Do With CAM Software? - if your CAM system isn't based on Microsoft Windows platform, should you redevelop it to make it so?, CAD CAM Forum, July 25, 2003 CAD CAM Software Time Compression Study - to hasten productivity, programmers and managers of CAD/CAM software need to consider other factors besides simply the length of time it takes to program a certain job, CAD CAM Forum, August 18, 2003 Is Integrated CAD CAM Software the Best Solution? - advice on whether to purchase an integrated CAD/CAM software package or instead find the best CAD software and the best CAM software, CAD CAM Forum, August 2003 The Future of CAD CAM Software - what does the future hold for manufacturing companies as machines and software technology progress?, CAD CAM Forum, August 7, 2003 ArtCAM Tips and Tricks: Give Your Modeling Skills Some "Wings" - exercise to enhance your modeling techniques, James Booth. ArtCAM Quarterly, Summer 2003 Plastic Parts in Five Weeks - a Massachusetts company uses SolidWorks and Surfware in a plastic casting process to create medical parts with distinctive textures, Surfware.com, August 15, 2003 Smooth Road for Rough Machining Molds - Surfware has developed a new roughing software strategy that uses Step Reduction Milling (SRM) to optimize the machining process, cutting rough machining time in half and decreasing NC-programming time by as much as 90%, Patricia L. Smith, American Machinist, July 2003 Virtually Yours - 3D simulation packages such as Dassault's Quest are enabling the virtual design, planning and running of factories, Ben Hargreaves, e4engineering, August 8, 2003 Favor Firms That Invest In New Research, Development - investor advice includes Stratasys as example, Jonah Keri, Investor's Business Daily, August 8, 2003 STEP Will Streamline Product Design, Manufacturing, and Product Life Cycle Data Exchange - the Standard for the Exchange of Product Model Data (STEP) has key potential for helping bridge the gap between design and manufacturing, Manufacturing Automation, July 2003 A Class Act Resurfaces - after a management buyout from PTC, "Class A" surfacing specialist ICEM recently relaunched itself and outlined its vision and strategy, Martyn Day, CADserver, August 1, 2003 A Better Way to Do Face Milling - Surfware completely redesigned its face milling capabilities to reduce the time and effort of this everyday task, Surfware.com, July 30, 2003 Best of Both Worlds for Jewelry Designer - a Baltimore man is combining his love of jewelry with CAD/CAM tools to create one-of-a-kind pieces for his clients, Jennifer Siciliano Shayne, The Jeffersonian.com, July 15, 2003 CAD/CAM Purchasing Considerations - results of a survey that asks what factors - including ease-of-use, cost, functionality, compatibility and support - are considered when purchasing CAD/CAM software, timecompress.com, March 2003 CAM Software Market Has Opportunities for a Resurgence in 2003 - there's a real chance for coming growth in the CAM software market, propelled by the continued significance of the manufacturing sector and by pressing needs to continue to achieve advances in automated manufacturing, Manufacturing Automation, June 2003 What is Manufacturing Not Getting From Its CAD? - explores the gap that exists between CAD and CAM and how the STEP format may help to join the two fields, John Connolly, timecompress.com, March 2003 Automotive Modeling Takes New Turn - a new lightweight modeling system avoids conventional solid aluminum or epoxy resin blocks and castings and instead employs thin aluminum profiles assembled in boxlike groups with adjustable set-up heights, dial infolink, June 12, 2003 Computer Inspection Aids Six Sigma Efforts - zero defects is the goal of the computer-aided inspection Six Sigma process that aims to define, measure, analyze, improve and control to eliminate unproductive steps, Ping Fu, Quality, May 2003 Sheet Metal Laser Cutting Software - laser cutting of intricate and small shapes is so demanding on sheet metal and other materials that software technology is often the deciding factor between a successful cut and wasted product, dial infolink, June 3, 2003 From Parts to Plants: Virtual Prototyping and Manufacturing - examines the function of digital prototyping in simulating the machining of a part or placement of machines on a plant floor and simulating workflow, Jeffrey Rowe, Advanced Manufacturing, May/June 2003 ArtCAM 6.0 Tips & Tricks - tips on new shortcut keys and vector editing, ArtCAM Quarterly, Spring 2003 CAD/CAM &CAE at NPE 2003 - a look at some of the new mold and tool-making products that will be presented at the upcoming international plastics show, including the latest versions of VX CAD/CAM, Geomagic Studio and Moldflow Plastic Insight, Mikell Knights, Plastics Technology, June 2003 Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing 2003 Exceeds Expectations - looks at some of the new products unveiled at the recent RP&M 2003 conference and exposition, Terry Wohlers, MCADCafe, May 28, 2003 CAD Will Give the ALC a Leg-up - CAD/CAM tools will help the Artificial Limb Centre in Pune, India to more quickly and accurately manufacture prostheses, expressindia.com, May 19, 2003 China Journeys from CAD/CAM to PIM - CAD/CAM software companies are vying for a share of the Chinese market, where CAD/CAM/PIM (product information management) technologies are on the increase among manufacturers, Teresa Leung and Queenie Ng, Asia Computer Weekly, May 19, 2003 CAI Software Improves Quality - Raindrop Geomagic's chief Ping Fu discusses computer-aided inspection (CAI), a new approach to automated inspection in manufacturing that Fu calls the missing link between CAD and CAM, Society of Manufacturing Engineers, May 2, 2003 Digital Manufacturing - how manufacturers are capturing, re-using and sharing their digital design data to help speed time to market and improve product quality, Steve Krar and Arthur Gill, Advanced Manufacturing, March/April 2003 Is CNC Machining Really Better Than RP? - CNC machining and rapid prototyping each has its own supporters and its own merits, and a knowledge of both technologies is important in selecting the right tool for the job, Terry Wohlers and Todd Grimm, TimeCompress, January 2003 3D Model-to-Router Slashes Prototyping Time - CNC routers can produce large and highly accurate prototypes without requiring skilled labor and can be purchased for as little as $20,000, Roy Valentine, TimeCompress, January 2003 Manufacturing Intelligence - using the right CAD/CAM tools can enhance real-time manufacturing intelligence by turning raw machine data into valuable information, Steve Krar and Arthur Gill, Advanced Manufacturing, January 2003 Driving Performance: Managed Supply Chain - effective catalog management is providing benefits to companies across the global supply chain and involving CAD companies such as SolidWorks, John Zipperer, Internet World, January 1, 2003 Why CAM Isn't CAD: Some Similarities, More Differences - CAD and CAM may ultimately join as one, but for now their differences impede integration, mainly because their workflows and final products are so different, Jeffrey Rowe, Advanced Manufacturing, January 2003 2002What You Need to Know to Effectively Use CAD/CAM - for design engineers to fully use CAD/CAM to make parts, they must ensure that four key elements are in place, John Connolly, timecompress.com, November 2002 CAM Programming System More Than Doubles Machining Productivity - a Tour de France component manufacturer doubled productivity with knowledge-based machining and ESPRIT from DP Technology, Jerry Fireman, timecompress.com, November 2002 Peak Performance with VX - Fritschi AG Swiss Bindings, the maker of binding systems for touring, alpine and freeride skiing, used VX CAD/CAM software to develop the first thoroughbred freeride ski binding, CADserver, December 23, 2002 Chief Of The Year: Ralph Szygenda - by implementing a more collaborative infrastructure and enhancing 3D CAD/CAM modeling software, General Motors' chief information officer has helped reduced the time it takes to deliver customer-and dealer-ordered vehicles from 70 days to 30, Robin Gareiss, InformationWeek, December 2, 2002 Boosting Productivity the Italian Way - a recent exhibition in Milan brought together more than 2,000 international companies to display the latest trends and equipment in machining, welding, assembly, and die/mold making, American Machinist, December 2002 CAM-Powered Engine Development - a NASCAR team that designs and builds up to four engines a week relies on a single CAM system to take part data, bring it into the CNC program, and manipulate it for fast and efficient machining, American Machinist, November 2002 Know-it-All Designers - students at University of Cincinnati School of Design are learning how to integrate their artistry with the reality of the manufacturing world, American Machinist, November 18, 2002 Delcam Press Mission - The Master Plan Is Unveiled - a report from Delcam's annual press event, where some new CAM tools were previewed, Al Dean, CADserver, October 23, 2002 One STEP Closer - STEP-NC promises to streamline machine tool programming for digital manufacturing, John Lewis, Design News Online, October 21, 2002  MecSoft Mounts Campaign to Revolutionize CAM - with its launch of VisualMill 4.0, MecSoft is determined to claim its share of the crowded CAM market,
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New Process Improves "Bump Forming" - a process developed at Ohio State University for shaping metal parts using magnetism may cut manufacturing costs and help preserve the environment, e4engineering.com, October 10, 2002 Designing the Great American Supercar - a measuring system, photogrammetry and optical scanning helped Ford greatly reduce its design to manufacturing cycle for the new GT40, Sherry L. Baranek, timecompress.com, September 2002 Ease-of-Use, Plant Integration Become Major Themes of Electric Servo Manufacturers - a look at new-generation motion controllers, Frank Bartos, Control Engineering Europe, September 1, 2002 Conjoined Twins Benefit from Rapid Prototyping - a surgical team used a 3D rapid prototyping program from Objet Geometries to plan the successful separation of conjoined twins in Los Angeles, Dave Wilson, e4engineering.com, October 2, 2002 E-Business Gradually Edging Into Manufacturing Sector - a recent survey reveals that manufacturers are increasingly aware of the benefits of e-business, Stephen Howe, Financial Times Limited, September 26, 2002 The Correct Recipe for Workflow Automation - tips on how to implement workflow technologies, Michael Atherton, Darwin, September 2002 CEO of Tecnomatix Technologies Says MPM is Right Solution at Right Time - Harel Beit-On of Tecnomatix discusses his company's collaborative manufacturing software products, TWST.com, September 18, 2002 Supply Chain - an overview of supply chain management, including a case study and links for more resources, Darwin, August 8, 2002 Modular Tools Can Boost Output - using modular quick-change tooling rather than conventional tools can increase productivity, save time and reduce manufacturing costs, Steve Krar and Arthur Gill, Advanced Manufacturing, September 2002 Lean Manufacturing - Part 5 - how to use lean thinking with your IT systems, David Berger, Advanced Manufacturing, September 2002 Lights Out At Sunset - an Oregon machining job shop invests in automation to remain competitive, C. H. Bush, CNC West, August/September 2002 Artful Dodges - examines CNC machining and successfully eliminating chatter and optimizing milling operations, Martin Oakham Metalworking Production, July 10, 2002 e-Manufacturing - new online tools offer manufacturers opportunities to tighten operations to save costs and improve quality (part 4), Steve Krar and Arthur Gill, Advanced Manufacturing Magazine, July 15, 2002 Safety Factor - VX Helps Drive the Jet Stream - a UK safety equipment manufacturer relied on VX CAD/CAM software to design its latest projects, CADserver, August 29, 2002 Reengineering the Mold Shop - high-speed machining and improved software and simulation may reshape the mold industry, Paul Dvorak, Machine Design, August 8, 2002 (pdf) From Art to Part With CNC Machining - today's NC machines are driven by sophisticated software and hardware systems, John Connolly, timecompress.com, May 2002 Virtual Product Development Using VP and VR - virtual technology has emerged as a great solution to testing and visualizing products early in the design process, John Connolly, timecompress.com, May 2002 Engineers Must Forward Engineer to Reverse Engineer - restoring a vintage de Havilland Vampire jet fighter using FARO and MicroStation Modeler, Nick Reffold, timecompress.com, May 2002 Is Your Supply Chain Out of Synch? - two-thirds of manufacturing companies fail to synchronize supply chain operations with partners, e4engineering.com, August 7, 2002 Making Machines Into "Smart" Partners - can the advances of the process control world and the networked office be applied to the shop floor?, Steve Krar and Arthur Gill, Advanced Manufacturing, July 2002 CAD/CAM and the Defense Industry - the complexity and size of projects in defense industry -- nuclear submarines, aircraft and other weapon systems -- place many demands on CAD programs, Charles Clarke, C3, June 2002 DeskProto - producing programs for 3 axis milling machines from solid models is so easy for today's designers, using this remarkably small and useful package, CAD User, June 2002 Factories Of The Future - Integrated Product Development - DaimlerChrysler, Johnson Controls and General Motors have united the islands of product development and production through carefully crafted systems that connect core functions with one another and with the supply chain, Tim Stevens, Industry Week, June 1, 2002 Program Improves Transfer of Data From CAD to Machine Shops - The EMNet computer program may help reduce the errors in transferring data from CAD systems to computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines, NASA Tech Briefs, March 2002 VISI Series 9.2 - Integrated CAD and Machining - a system that will cover the entire design to production process, Al Dean, Cadserver, March 18, 2002 Q & A with Ping Fu, President and CEO, Raindrop Geomagic - IEN Online, March 13, 2002 User Views on Rapid Prototyping - over 260 managers of design functions at mechanical engineering sites assess the potential of RP, CAD Spaghetti, February 2002 Justify Your ROI - advanced manufacturing technology (including CAD) can yield impressive returns on investment for manufacturers. 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By by Steve Krar and Arthur Gill, Advanced Manufacturing, Jan 2002 PowerShape 4 - Enhanced Hybrid Modeling - Delcam adds to its success in the design and manufacturing industry by enhancing the modification of features and the ability to store feature history, CAD Server, January 2002 2001UG/CAM for V17 - Knowledge- based Manufacturing - Unigraphics takes design the final step with CNC, Al Dean, CADserver, Oct 26, 2001 Speedy By Design - up to 95% of a Formula 1 race car changes every year and McLaren team uses high tech to its advantage, Design News Online, Sep 10, 2001 Side Trip Into Software - Dick Morly summarizes his presentation and offers his impressions of COFES 2001, Manufacturing Automation, Sep 2001 Imagining Faster - new design tools and software like rapid prototyping, haptic devices and 3D displays allow companies to move products to market, Scott Kirsner, Darwin, August 2001 The Dreams of Digital Designers - Business Week Speaks with IBM's Stephen Ward about the digitally designed future, July 2001 Get the eMessage? - unlike the US, where email is rampant, UK CAD/CAM decision makers get 1-10 emails a day, CAD Spaghetti, July 2001 Software Adds Flexibility in Manufacturing - interview with Robert Bean, president and CEO of CADKEY, Design News, July 2, 2001 (pdf) Industry Connects, Special Report - a guide to industry and the Internet by Advanced Manufacturing, July 2001 Depth Perception - 3D is used for real business use, includes mention of Actify and Caligari, James Karney, Internet World, May 1, 2001 Lasercut V4 - Cenit's solution makes light work in CATIA - review by Al Dean, CAD Server, May 2001 Laser Scanner Provides More Accuracy in Inspecting Highly Contoured First Articles - software and hardware create 3D models from thousands of accurate point, NVision, MCAD Vision, May 2001 Change Will Reshape the RP Process and Its Equipment - timecompress.com, May 2001 denotes a select article. |
