Recent engineering software uses much more than Nurbs. Here is a guide to the best approach Most engineers are familiar with geometric modelers with their solids and surfaces and Nurbs-based curves.

A new tool has been added to Cadkey 99 and Cadkey Design Suite software. In addition to 2-D drafting, 3-D wireframe, surface modeling, and solid modeling, feature-based parametric modeling is now ...

For decades, computer-aided design (CAD) has been the cornerstone of modern engineering. Yet much of the workflow still relies on manual repetition, rigid processes and human interpretation. Engineers ...

Alibre, Inc. (www.alibre.com) has introduced the Alibre CAM product family, including a fully integrated 3D parametric personal CAD/CAM package that the company said is the first, free 3D parametric ...

What is parametric modeler? What are the benefits of parametric modeling? What happens to parametric features in models that are imported into a different brand of CAD system? Download the Parametric ...

New AI foundation model automatically creates manufacturable digital twins from 3D scans—reducing downtime and keeping plants running SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Backflip AI unveiled a new ...

Learn to build virtual 3D models of parts and assemblies using Solidworks (parametric CAD software). Topics include: learning the interface, communicating design intent, building parts and assemblies ...

At Autodesk University 2025 (AU 2025), Autodesk unveiled its upcoming 3D generative AI foundation models for Fusion and Forma, marking a significant step forward in design and make technology. These ...

Until recently, computer-aided design (CAD) software was really only used by engineering companies who could afford to pay thousands of dollars a year per license. The available software, while very ...