CAD (computer-aided design) software permits 2D and 3D product and process modeling, and precise visualization of a project idea or concept before its real-world production or construction. It also provides the opportunity to optimize technical parameters such as material strength, stress and heat dissipation characteristics.
These programs are used in architecture, public works and infrastructure development, technical data management, industrial design and dynamic product simulation.
Basic CAD software offers independent 2D and 3D design capability, as well as design visualization including simplified views during development, object manipulation and representation of the finished product. The import and export of such models enable the integration of the objects into more complex designs. There are different programs available for mechanical engineering, architecture, electronics and other disciplines.
Basic versions can be augmented by complementary plug-ins for advanced analysis, simulation and other functions. Such modules are available from the original software manufacturer or from third-party suppliers.
Choice from among the many effective programs will depend on intended use, available functions and file types to ensure compatibility with client and supplier files.
- Permits digitization
- Simplifies improvements
- Increases storage capacity
- Facilitates file sharing
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CAD energy performance certificate (EPC) software Hevacomp Quick EP Cert Bentley Systems Europe B.V.
Hevacomp Quick EP Cert is a fully accredited, standalone simplified data entry EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) program for...
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2D-3D CAD software TopSolid'Design TopSolid
TopSolid’Design is a powerful integrated CAD/CAM solution for modelling, simulation and production (geometry, assemblies, structural calculation, dynamics, etc.) Such functions provide a powerful means to meet industry-specific requirements for the drafting, design and manufacture of products. Kinematics, structural calculation, sheet metal processing and mechanical components form an integral...
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3D CAD software SolidWorks® Premium SOLIDWORKS Europe
SolidWorks Premium further expands on the capabilities of SolidWorks Professional to deliver the flagship 3D solution in the SolidWorks family. Rich simulation capabilities...
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CATIA for Mold & Die ensures standardization by capturing, sharing, and re-using company rules, know-how,...
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3D CAD software NX 8.5 CAD Siemens PLM Software
NX 8.5 for Design Power, Versatility and Productivity for Design The release of NX 8.5 for Design extends the industry-leading modeling...
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CAD import, repair and post-processing software for FEA Comsol
Collaboration within design teams is made easy with the CAD interoperability tools for COMSOL. The CAD Import Module brings in all major CAD formats directly into the COMSOL...
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3D CAD software Creo Direct PTC
Companies need to get more people involved in product development and make them more efficient in order to get better designs to market, faster. Creo Direct is a stand-alone 3D CAD app for a broad range of users across the enterprise. Creating...
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3D sustainable design CAD software Autodesk® Ecotect Analysis AUTODESK
Autodesk® Ecotect® Analysis sustainable design analysis software is a comprehensive concept-to-detail sustainable building design tool. Ecotect Analysis offers a wide range of simulation and building energy analysis...
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SolidWorks Premium software integrates a broad range of mechanical CAD, design validation, product data management, design communication, and CAD productivity tools in a single, affordable easy to use package. Go from concept to virtual prototype faster...
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Electro-mechanical CAD design software AutoVue Electro-Mechanical Professional Oracle
AutoVue Electro-Mechanical Professional is Oracle's all encompassing AutoVue solution, providing visibility into all engineering and product information. With...
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3D CAD software ScanMaster TOPCON
A new optional feature on ScanMaster - ScanMaster CAD Link - that facilitate the ability...
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3D CAD software for mold designers, modelers and tool-makers PowerSHAPE DELCAM
PowerSHAPE's unique combination of modelling tools let you create detailed, accurate 3D models...
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3D mechanical CAD software VariCAD 2012-2.0 VariCAD
VariCAD is 3D / 2D CAD software primarily intended for mechanical engineering design. The comprehensive CAD software enables designers to quickly create, evaluate, and modify their models. The software is sold as one "fully loaded" package, with all features and functions, for one very affordable price. VariCAD delivers an excellent performance-to-price ratio, making it one of the smartest choices...
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For decades, hundreds of the world’s leading apparel manufacturers and fashion designers have relied on AccuMark® pattern design software to design and grade...
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Electric CAD software elecworks™ TRACE SOFTWARE INTERNATIONAL
elecworks™ is a complete standalone 2D Electrical CAD tool for electrical and automation engineers. elecworks is a powerful new generation software tool, that enables electrical desginers and automation experts to create automation and electrical installations projects. elecworks™ lets you enter data project data...
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2D-3D CAD software PC-NC CNC-STEP / Hylewicz CNC-Technik
The smart controller software PC-NC runs on all commercially available standard PCs and controls up to 3 stepping-motor-axis directly...
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2D-3D CAD software VenturisIT GmbH
This Building module allows you to design water supply and waste water systems, as well as the supply and discharge of gases, oils and other media, in 2D and 3D. Take advantage of the design features with gravity flow and intersection of gravity...
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Design and visualisation CAD software LIBELLULA[CAD] S.I. Engineering s.r.l
LIBELLULA [CAD] is the design system for the Libellula Universe. It has been designed with the latest technical and computer tools and is compatible with the new Windows 32 and 64 bit platforms. Libellula [CAD]...
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3D CAD software WORKNC-CAD HM SESCOI
WorkNC-CAD Hybrid Modeling (HM) pushes back the limits of 3D model design, reparation and machining preparation. This powerful 3D surface and solid modeler allows users...
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3D CAD software 3D_Evolution™ Feature Based CoreTechnologie
Feature Based's technology converts 100% workable, fully functional CAD models, maintaining features, parameters, PMI and metadata. Today, companies are looking for interoperability that goes beyond the need for CAD translations in a boundary representation (B-Rep) of 3D models. Our innovative Feature Based technology gives companies the freedom to optimize human resources within MCAD environments...
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CAD data sharing and collaboration software SEE Electrical Harness Collaborative IGE XAO
In a windows environment, manages all kinds of diagrams, generates wires and part list. In addition, SEE Electrical Harness allows connecting to 3D and PDM tools. 1. SEE Electrical Harness SEE Electrical...
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Electric CAD software RUPLAN AUCOTEC
RUPLAN is, because of its 25 years market experience, the most approved and comprehensive electrical engineering and control design solution from AUCOTEC for industry – sector – specific solutions. RUPLAN is characterized by an up – to – date user interface, maximum flexibility concerning norms, standards...
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The efficient generation of complex solder programs, especially for selective soldering systems, is of...
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Concrete structure CAD design software Allplan Precast Nemetschek Scia
Allplan Precast software provides powerful functions for highly efficient...
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Electrical and fluid CAD software Caneco MEP ALPI
Caneco MEP is an AutoCAD MEP® application for the implantation of electrical devices and automatic lay...
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3D CAD software for mold designers, modelers and tool-makers Cooling Designer Manusoft Technologies
Design cooling circuits easily and quickly in the mold with the Cooling Designer. Dynamic previews help to validate the cooling path against other mold components. Specify the direction of...
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Electro-mechanical CAD design software SPAC Automazione SDProget
SPAC is the most popular Electrical CAD in Italy. Over 14.000 licenses in the territory and about 20.000 installations of MiniSPAC...
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CAD software for pattern making KURIS Spezialmaschinen GmbH
When you design your own products or collections, Kuris Pattern Designer is the software environment in which the designer’s ideas are easily transformed into perfectly built and checked pattern projects. Gifted with unique design functions like reversible...
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2D CAD software GstarCAD8 Suzhou Gstarsoft Co., Ltd
GstarCAD8 is a brand new CAD platform developed over 3 years by Xian Gstarsoft Ltd. This platform is powered by a completely...
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CAD / CAM software for the clothing industry STYLGRAPH® JPS - VETIGRAPH
STYLGRAPH is a Database and Design solution developed by VETIGRAPH for the management of each process and service in the elaboration of a new style or product. STYLGRAPH is very user friendly...
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2D-3D CAD software PA-CAM IEF Werner
PA-CAM is a 2D/3D software for the fast creation of CNC programs. The innovative efficiency of the system is f the CAD data transfer with CNC processing of the geometry information....
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2D-3D CAD software IGG™ NUMECA
IGG™ enables the creation of 2D and 3D arbitrary shapes and multi-block structured grids on 2D/3D geometries. IGGTM also support python scripts for automatic replay into optimization loops. Key...
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2D-3D CAD software KEYCREATOR Kubotek Europe
KeyCreator Direct CAD Software is the world leader in 3D Direct CAD software. KeyCreator provides product designers, analysts, manufacturing engineers,...
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Mechanical CAD software SAMCEF Mecano SAMTECH
MECANO Motion is a solver dedicated the analysis of flexible mechanisms. MECANO Motion software is designed for numerical simulation of plane or 3-D flexible articulated systems. It is based on the finite-element...
