The document compares five CAD software programs: ProEngineering Enterprise XE, SolidWorks Premium, TurboCAD 16 Platinum Edition, Google SketchUp Pro 7, and AutoDesk AutoCAD. It evaluates each program's features, cost, support resources, and growth. It concludes that SolidWorks Premium is the best option for FrogiePrice, as it offers powerful modeling tools, integrated simulations, a large partner network, and is in high demand. While ProEngineering Enterprise XE and AutoCAD are also capable programs, SolidWorks provides the best balance of cost and capabilities to meet FrogiePrice's needs.
SolidWorks is a 3D CAD software used by over 2 million engineers. It was founded in 1993 by Jon Hirschtick and was later acquired by Dassault Systèmes. SolidWorks allows users to design parts and assemble them in 3D. Key aspects covered include sketching, extruding 2D profiles to create 3D features, dimensioning sketches and parts, creating assemblies using mates, and generating detailed drawings with multiple views dimensioned according to ISO standards.
The document provides details about Pankaj Kumar's four week industrial training at CADD CENTRE in Ambala City from June 25th to August 7th 2017. It includes declarations, acknowledgements, contents, and initial chapters on Dassault Systèmes, SolidWorks, and the SolidWorks user interface and modeling process. Pankaj Kumar completed the training to fulfill requirements for his BTech in Mechanical Engineering at Maharishi Markandeshwar University.
The document discusses SolidWorks, a 3D CAD modeling software. It provides an overview of SolidWorks capabilities including part modeling with sketches and features, assembly modeling using different mate types, and simulations. The presentation covers the basics of sketching and part creation in SolidWorks, different modeling tools, assembly modeling approaches and common mate types used to relate parts in an assembly. It aims to introduce the user to the main functionalities of SolidWorks for 3D mechanical design and product development.
Cetpa provides summer training on some of the most cutting edge technologies like .net, Java, PHP, Ethical Hacking, ANDROID,CCNA, AUTOCAD, VHDL,MATLAB, EMBEDDED SYSTEM & many more. The company has a very strong placement cell that assists in placing the students in various corporate after the successful completion of the course.
This document provides an overview of software training in computer-aided design and drafting (CADD). It discusses the importance of software training for obtaining a bachelor's degree in technology. It also describes the author's experience with a 2-month software training at Autodesk where they learned AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS. The training helped apply their theoretical knowledge to practical work and gain experience as an engineering professional by improving their technical, communication, and interpersonal skills. Overall, the industrial training at a reputable firm provided valuable experience that will help build a successful career.
training report_of_solid_works_and_autocad(Major Training)abushama99
2 month software training report on Autocadd & solidworks
its major or Minor Training report
#solidworks
#Autocadd
@autocadd
45 days/60 days software training report
shahjahan siddiqui
The document is an industrial training report submitted by Nitish Kumar, a student of B.Tech Mechatronics, in partial fulfillment of the requirements for his degree. The report details his one month training on AutoCAD at Sofcon India Pvt. Ltd. It includes declarations by Nitish and certifying officials, an acknowledgment, abstract, table of contents and chapters on introduction to AutoCAD, its features, working environment, tools and types of drawings. The report provides information on Nitish's AutoCAD training as part of his degree requirements.
SolidWorks is a 3D CAD software used by over 2 million engineers. It was founded in 1993 by Jon Hirschtick and was later acquired by Dassault Systèmes. SolidWorks allows users to design parts and assemble them in 3D. Key aspects covered include sketching, extruding 2D profiles to create 3D features, dimensioning sketches and parts, creating assemblies using mates, and generating detailed drawings with multiple views dimensioned according to ISO standards.
The document provides details about Pankaj Kumar's four week industrial training at CADD CENTRE in Ambala City from June 25th to August 7th 2017. It includes declarations, acknowledgements, contents, and initial chapters on Dassault Systèmes, SolidWorks, and the SolidWorks user interface and modeling process. Pankaj Kumar completed the training to fulfill requirements for his BTech in Mechanical Engineering at Maharishi Markandeshwar University.
The document discusses SolidWorks, a 3D CAD modeling software. It provides an overview of SolidWorks capabilities including part modeling with sketches and features, assembly modeling using different mate types, and simulations. The presentation covers the basics of sketching and part creation in SolidWorks, different modeling tools, assembly modeling approaches and common mate types used to relate parts in an assembly. It aims to introduce the user to the main functionalities of SolidWorks for 3D mechanical design and product development.
Cetpa provides summer training on some of the most cutting edge technologies like .net, Java, PHP, Ethical Hacking, ANDROID,CCNA, AUTOCAD, VHDL,MATLAB, EMBEDDED SYSTEM & many more. The company has a very strong placement cell that assists in placing the students in various corporate after the successful completion of the course.
This document provides an overview of software training in computer-aided design and drafting (CADD). It discusses the importance of software training for obtaining a bachelor's degree in technology. It also describes the author's experience with a 2-month software training at Autodesk where they learned AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS. The training helped apply their theoretical knowledge to practical work and gain experience as an engineering professional by improving their technical, communication, and interpersonal skills. Overall, the industrial training at a reputable firm provided valuable experience that will help build a successful career.
training report_of_solid_works_and_autocad(Major Training)abushama99
2 month software training report on Autocadd & solidworks
its major or Minor Training report
#solidworks
#Autocadd
@autocadd
45 days/60 days software training report
shahjahan siddiqui
The document is an industrial training report submitted by Nitish Kumar, a student of B.Tech Mechatronics, in partial fulfillment of the requirements for his degree. The report details his one month training on AutoCAD at Sofcon India Pvt. Ltd. It includes declarations by Nitish and certifying officials, an acknowledgment, abstract, table of contents and chapters on introduction to AutoCAD, its features, working environment, tools and types of drawings. The report provides information on Nitish's AutoCAD training as part of his degree requirements.
Industrial training solid works report by atharva mahalle (19 me001) NSVines
The document is an industrial training report submitted by Mr. Atharva Mahalle for a Solidworks online training course taken through Internshala Trainings. It details the 6 modules covered in the training, including introduction to Solidworks interface and sketching, applying features and materials, assemblies, drawings, and a final project to create an air piston assembly. It acknowledges the support and guidance received from the training instructor, department head, and institution.
A seminar report on mechanical designing software/toolsmdnawab1995
The document is a seminar report on mechanical designing software and tools submitted by Mahammad Nawab. It provides an introduction to mechanical design and different types of design. It then discusses several important mechanical design software tools including AutoCAD, CAM, CIM, CATIA, ANSYS, MATLAB, PRO-E, and SolidWorks. For each tool, it describes their uses and applications in mechanical design and manufacturing. The report highlights how these design tools help speed up the design process and production while increasing accuracy.
Rayat institute of engineering and information technology(final)Yogesh Thakur
This document is a report submitted by Yogesh Thakur to fulfill the requirements for a six month industrial training program at IMPACT ENGINEERS in Mohali from April 19, 2016 to July 19, 2016. It includes an acknowledgement, candidate's declaration, preface, table of contents, and begins chapters on the introduction to AutoCAD, its history and features for architecture, advantages and disadvantages, entity types and descriptions, differences between CAD and AutoCAD, basic drawing commands, and text alignment options.
This document provides information about a project report completed by Kumar Gaurav on AutoCAD. It was conducted from June 6, 2020 to July 9, 2020 at E&ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur under the guidance of the Department of Science and Technology, Patna and E&ICT Academy mentor Ankit Yadav. The report includes chapters on E&ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur, Autodesk as a company and its products, an introduction to AutoCAD, and conclusions. Kumar Gaurav declares the work as his own and acknowledges the support received.
This document provides a training report on software training undertaken as partial fulfillment of a B.Tech degree in mechanical engineering. It discusses training in SolidWorks, including an overview of the software, its feature-based parametric modeling approach, and commands used for sketching, extruding, lofting, sweeping, and other 3D modeling tasks. It also covers the use of SolidWorks for mechanical design applications, assembly design using mates, and design validation tools for simulation, motion, and finite element analysis.
This document is a training report submitted by Srajan Agarwal summarizing a SolidWorks training course taken through Udemy. The report provides an introduction to SolidWorks, discussing its history as a CAD software created in 1993, its parametric modelling technology using a feature-based approach, and an overview of the course content which included 10 sections covering topics such as sketching, extruding, filleting, and assemblies. The report acknowledges those who supported the training and provided guidance to help complete the course successfully.
This document provides an overview of SolidWorks and AutoCAD software. It describes Dassault Systemes, which created SolidWorks, and its features such as parts, assemblies and drawings. It also outlines the sketching and modeling tools in SolidWorks used to create features like extrusions, sweeps, and lofts. Additionally, it discusses Autodesk, the creator of AutoCAD, and describes AutoCAD's coordinate systems, drawing tools, and functions like layers, blocks, and isometric views.
AutoCAD LT 2D CAD software is the perfect solution for designers and drafters who want an easy-to-use tool for creating drawings faster and with more precision. Cost-effective 2D CAD software for drafting, drawing and documentation. Cost-effective 2D CAD software for drafting, drawing and documentation.
SOLIDWORKS World 2016 - Sketching Tips From A SOLIDWORKS GuruCAPINC
Whether you attended SOLIDWORKS World 2016, or you are looking to see what you missed, here is the Sketching Tips From A SOLIDWORKS Guru presentation.
For more information on SOLIDWORKS Tips & Tutorials visit http://blog.capinc.com
This document provides an overview of an AutoCAD training course, including:
- An introduction to CAD software and AutoCAD
- Steps of the training which cover basic objects, complex objects, blocks and annotations, and 3D plotting
- Application fields where AutoCAD is used such as aerospace, architecture, automotive, and civil engineering
- The necessity of AutoCAD in engineering fields for drawings, illustrations, and more
- Market opportunities for AutoCAD including what types of companies use it and potential industries
The document provides details about the student's four week internship training at Autodesk. It includes declarations signed by the student and HOD, acknowledgements, contents, and four chapters. Chapter 1 describes the internship platform Internshala. Chapter 2 provides an introduction and history of Autodesk and describes its products. Chapter 3 explains the basics of AutoCAD software including its interface, commands, and tools for 2D and 3D modeling. Chapter 4 will provide the conclusion of the report.
This document provides information about SolidWorks and answers to common interview questions about the software. It discusses what SolidWorks is, the differences between SolidWorks and AutoCAD, the components of the Feature Manager design tree, the two main modes for design studies, what a bill of materials is, how to add sustainability data to a custom material, what configurations are, commonly used surface tools, the types of relations in SolidWorks sketches and how they are used, and what K-factor is.
SolidWorks 2012 Tutorials: User Interface Fully ExplainedTona Sam
This is the presenation of SolidWorks 2012 CAD solid modeler software's user interface introduction. It shows the most important and useful user interfaces with marked images. The Solidworks 2012 UI are Menubar, standard toolbar, command manager, feature manager design tree, configuration manager, property manager, headsup view toolbar and status bar. To know more about it, follow this link:http://solidworkstutorialsforbeginners.com/solidworks-user-interface/
Visit: www.solidworkstutorialsforbeginners.com
AutoCAD is CAD software developed by Autodesk to allow for 2D and 3D modeling and drafting. It has been in use since 1982 and has evolved through numerous versions. The latest versions have new features like apps integration and support for Windows 8. AutoCAD is widely used in industries for drafting and design work as it enhances productivity. Career options using AutoCAD skills include drafting professional, CAD engineer, and architecture design.
The document provides an overview of AutoCAD software presented by Jodhpur CAD/CAM Technologies. It discusses that AutoCAD is a 2D and 3D CAD software application initially released in 1982 by Autodesk, the 4th largest software company. The presentation notes the benefits of AutoCAD include being user friendly, allowing quick design creation, using industry standard symbols, and improving quality over hand drafting. Examples of what can be designed with AutoCAD are also mentioned.
Auto CAD is a CAD software application for 2D and 3D design developed by Autodesk in 1982, notably as one of the first CAD programs for the IBM PC. AutoCAD allows for digital modeling and collaboration, helping designers improve ideas before building. AutoCAD Mechanical and Electrical are specialized versions that increase productivity for mechanical and electrical control system design with automated tasks and comprehensive libraries. Autodesk offers a range of design software to help architects, engineers, and construction professionals bring ideas to life and manage projects through building information modeling.
A simple auto cad learning guide for beginners cad notesakkumumu
The document provides a 12-step guide for beginners to master AutoCAD:
1. Get familiar with the interface and navigation tools.
2. Learn the basic drawing tools like Line and Circle, following the command line instructions.
3. Practice precise input using coordinates and snapping.
4. Learn the modify tools like trimming and extending following similar principles.
5. Understand object selection techniques like noun-verb and verb-noun.
6. Start learning annotation and styles.
QCad is a 2D computer-aided drafting software that can be used to create technical drawings like building plans, mechanical parts, or diagrams. It was originally developed from code from another CAD program called CAM Expert. QCad uses the AutoCAD DXF file format and has tools for layers, blocks, fonts, units, printing, and modifying drawing entities. The source code for QCad Community is released under the GPL license, making it open source software.
CAD Presentation on Robberspace TechnologiesDilip kumar
Robberspace Technologies provides workshops and training in emerging technologies to students. It was founded a year ago by a group of engineers with a vision to empower youth through education and promote innovative learning. The company organizes national-level workshops on areas like robotics, embedded systems, and computer science to help students gain skills in technologies and showcase their creativity. It also offers short CAD training courses on software like AutoCAD to teach basic 2D and 3D modeling in a condensed timeframe at an affordable price.
Top 13 best front end web development tools to consider in 2021Samaritan InfoTech
List & Comparison of Top Web Development Tools with Features & Pricing. Select The Best Front End Tool for Web Development Based on This Detailed Review, Web Development Tools helps the developers to work with a variety of technologies. Web Development Tools should be able to provide faster mobile development at lower costs.
Visit On:- https://www.samaritaninfotech.com
Industrial training solid works report by atharva mahalle (19 me001) NSVines
The document is an industrial training report submitted by Mr. Atharva Mahalle for a Solidworks online training course taken through Internshala Trainings. It details the 6 modules covered in the training, including introduction to Solidworks interface and sketching, applying features and materials, assemblies, drawings, and a final project to create an air piston assembly. It acknowledges the support and guidance received from the training instructor, department head, and institution.
A seminar report on mechanical designing software/toolsmdnawab1995
The document is a seminar report on mechanical designing software and tools submitted by Mahammad Nawab. It provides an introduction to mechanical design and different types of design. It then discusses several important mechanical design software tools including AutoCAD, CAM, CIM, CATIA, ANSYS, MATLAB, PRO-E, and SolidWorks. For each tool, it describes their uses and applications in mechanical design and manufacturing. The report highlights how these design tools help speed up the design process and production while increasing accuracy.
Rayat institute of engineering and information technology(final)Yogesh Thakur
This document is a report submitted by Yogesh Thakur to fulfill the requirements for a six month industrial training program at IMPACT ENGINEERS in Mohali from April 19, 2016 to July 19, 2016. It includes an acknowledgement, candidate's declaration, preface, table of contents, and begins chapters on the introduction to AutoCAD, its history and features for architecture, advantages and disadvantages, entity types and descriptions, differences between CAD and AutoCAD, basic drawing commands, and text alignment options.
This document provides information about a project report completed by Kumar Gaurav on AutoCAD. It was conducted from June 6, 2020 to July 9, 2020 at E&ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur under the guidance of the Department of Science and Technology, Patna and E&ICT Academy mentor Ankit Yadav. The report includes chapters on E&ICT Academy, IIT Kanpur, Autodesk as a company and its products, an introduction to AutoCAD, and conclusions. Kumar Gaurav declares the work as his own and acknowledges the support received.
This document provides a training report on software training undertaken as partial fulfillment of a B.Tech degree in mechanical engineering. It discusses training in SolidWorks, including an overview of the software, its feature-based parametric modeling approach, and commands used for sketching, extruding, lofting, sweeping, and other 3D modeling tasks. It also covers the use of SolidWorks for mechanical design applications, assembly design using mates, and design validation tools for simulation, motion, and finite element analysis.
This document is a training report submitted by Srajan Agarwal summarizing a SolidWorks training course taken through Udemy. The report provides an introduction to SolidWorks, discussing its history as a CAD software created in 1993, its parametric modelling technology using a feature-based approach, and an overview of the course content which included 10 sections covering topics such as sketching, extruding, filleting, and assemblies. The report acknowledges those who supported the training and provided guidance to help complete the course successfully.
This document provides an overview of SolidWorks and AutoCAD software. It describes Dassault Systemes, which created SolidWorks, and its features such as parts, assemblies and drawings. It also outlines the sketching and modeling tools in SolidWorks used to create features like extrusions, sweeps, and lofts. Additionally, it discusses Autodesk, the creator of AutoCAD, and describes AutoCAD's coordinate systems, drawing tools, and functions like layers, blocks, and isometric views.
AutoCAD LT 2D CAD software is the perfect solution for designers and drafters who want an easy-to-use tool for creating drawings faster and with more precision. Cost-effective 2D CAD software for drafting, drawing and documentation. Cost-effective 2D CAD software for drafting, drawing and documentation.
SOLIDWORKS World 2016 - Sketching Tips From A SOLIDWORKS GuruCAPINC
Whether you attended SOLIDWORKS World 2016, or you are looking to see what you missed, here is the Sketching Tips From A SOLIDWORKS Guru presentation.
For more information on SOLIDWORKS Tips & Tutorials visit http://blog.capinc.com
This document provides an overview of an AutoCAD training course, including:
- An introduction to CAD software and AutoCAD
- Steps of the training which cover basic objects, complex objects, blocks and annotations, and 3D plotting
- Application fields where AutoCAD is used such as aerospace, architecture, automotive, and civil engineering
- The necessity of AutoCAD in engineering fields for drawings, illustrations, and more
- Market opportunities for AutoCAD including what types of companies use it and potential industries
The document provides details about the student's four week internship training at Autodesk. It includes declarations signed by the student and HOD, acknowledgements, contents, and four chapters. Chapter 1 describes the internship platform Internshala. Chapter 2 provides an introduction and history of Autodesk and describes its products. Chapter 3 explains the basics of AutoCAD software including its interface, commands, and tools for 2D and 3D modeling. Chapter 4 will provide the conclusion of the report.
This document provides information about SolidWorks and answers to common interview questions about the software. It discusses what SolidWorks is, the differences between SolidWorks and AutoCAD, the components of the Feature Manager design tree, the two main modes for design studies, what a bill of materials is, how to add sustainability data to a custom material, what configurations are, commonly used surface tools, the types of relations in SolidWorks sketches and how they are used, and what K-factor is.
SolidWorks 2012 Tutorials: User Interface Fully ExplainedTona Sam
This is the presenation of SolidWorks 2012 CAD solid modeler software's user interface introduction. It shows the most important and useful user interfaces with marked images. The Solidworks 2012 UI are Menubar, standard toolbar, command manager, feature manager design tree, configuration manager, property manager, headsup view toolbar and status bar. To know more about it, follow this link:http://solidworkstutorialsforbeginners.com/solidworks-user-interface/
Visit: www.solidworkstutorialsforbeginners.com
AutoCAD is CAD software developed by Autodesk to allow for 2D and 3D modeling and drafting. It has been in use since 1982 and has evolved through numerous versions. The latest versions have new features like apps integration and support for Windows 8. AutoCAD is widely used in industries for drafting and design work as it enhances productivity. Career options using AutoCAD skills include drafting professional, CAD engineer, and architecture design.
The document provides an overview of AutoCAD software presented by Jodhpur CAD/CAM Technologies. It discusses that AutoCAD is a 2D and 3D CAD software application initially released in 1982 by Autodesk, the 4th largest software company. The presentation notes the benefits of AutoCAD include being user friendly, allowing quick design creation, using industry standard symbols, and improving quality over hand drafting. Examples of what can be designed with AutoCAD are also mentioned.
Auto CAD is a CAD software application for 2D and 3D design developed by Autodesk in 1982, notably as one of the first CAD programs for the IBM PC. AutoCAD allows for digital modeling and collaboration, helping designers improve ideas before building. AutoCAD Mechanical and Electrical are specialized versions that increase productivity for mechanical and electrical control system design with automated tasks and comprehensive libraries. Autodesk offers a range of design software to help architects, engineers, and construction professionals bring ideas to life and manage projects through building information modeling.
A simple auto cad learning guide for beginners cad notesakkumumu
The document provides a 12-step guide for beginners to master AutoCAD:
1. Get familiar with the interface and navigation tools.
2. Learn the basic drawing tools like Line and Circle, following the command line instructions.
3. Practice precise input using coordinates and snapping.
4. Learn the modify tools like trimming and extending following similar principles.
5. Understand object selection techniques like noun-verb and verb-noun.
6. Start learning annotation and styles.
QCad is a 2D computer-aided drafting software that can be used to create technical drawings like building plans, mechanical parts, or diagrams. It was originally developed from code from another CAD program called CAM Expert. QCad uses the AutoCAD DXF file format and has tools for layers, blocks, fonts, units, printing, and modifying drawing entities. The source code for QCad Community is released under the GPL license, making it open source software.
CAD Presentation on Robberspace TechnologiesDilip kumar
Robberspace Technologies provides workshops and training in emerging technologies to students. It was founded a year ago by a group of engineers with a vision to empower youth through education and promote innovative learning. The company organizes national-level workshops on areas like robotics, embedded systems, and computer science to help students gain skills in technologies and showcase their creativity. It also offers short CAD training courses on software like AutoCAD to teach basic 2D and 3D modeling in a condensed timeframe at an affordable price.
Top 13 best front end web development tools to consider in 2021Samaritan InfoTech
List & Comparison of Top Web Development Tools with Features & Pricing. Select The Best Front End Tool for Web Development Based on This Detailed Review, Web Development Tools helps the developers to work with a variety of technologies. Web Development Tools should be able to provide faster mobile development at lower costs.
Visit On:- https://www.samaritaninfotech.com
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Pump Studios is a mechanical design firm with experienced engineers specializing in product development. The engineering team includes Peter Kaltenbach, Kevin Keller, and Brad Collins, who have decades of combined experience in mechanical design, engineering, project management, and working with both large companies and startups. Pump Studios approaches each project individually to determine how they can best add value through services like engineering, prototyping, analysis, and program management.
Five Reasons To Integrate Microsoft Visual Studio Team Systems_victoria
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AutoCAD Plant 3D software allows users to design and model 3D plant layouts, generating accurate isometric and orthographic drawings. It is suited for process engineers and plant designers, providing tools for piping, instrumentation, and plant modeling. The software helps visualize designs, catch potential issues, and ensure construction drawings are correct to reduce errors and expenses during the building process. Training is important to properly use the software's full capabilities for developing customized layouts suited to different business needs.
Deepcoder to Self-Code with Machine LearningIRJET Journal
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This document summarizes a presentation given at the 4th TCS Iberoamerica Technical Architect's Conference 2009 about the benefits of using design patterns with the Spring Framework in J2EE applications. The author, Oscar Israel Ramírez Vital, argues that traditional J2EE applications often lacked design patterns and were repetitive and difficult to maintain, while the Spring Framework incorporates best practices design patterns and allows developers to focus on business requirements rather than framework details. Through a comparison of pure J2EE and Spring-based J2EE applications, the author demonstrates that the Spring Framework can reduce development time by over 30% and improve application server performance by over 20%. The author concludes that simplicity, as provided by the Spring Framework,
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Explore the power of Autodesk Recap for robust 3D modeling solutions. Revolutionize your business with advanced tools and seamless workflows, empowering teams to visualize, analyze, and collaborate like never before. From architectural designs to engineering projects, unlock new possibilities and drive innovation with Autodesk Recap at the helm of your ventures.
This document contains a summary of an individual's work experience and qualifications. It includes details about their education, roles held at various companies as a BizTalk consultant, responsibilities in those roles, technologies and tools used. Their experience spans various domains including healthcare, oil and gas, and government.
Qualium Systems is a company that provides full-cycle product development services including consulting, research, and ensuring high quality. They partner long-term with clients to develop innovative solutions using technologies like AngularJS, Node.js, and MongoDB. Their team of developers implements and improves client ideas through an Agile approach. Qualium Systems has experience building web and mobile apps for startups, agencies, and enterprises in various industries including retail, education, and healthcare.
ChatGPT and not only: How to use the power of GPT-X models at scaleMaxim Salnikov
Join this session to get all the answers about how ChatGPT and other GPT-X models can be applied to your current or future project. First, we’ll put in order all the terms – OpenAI, GPT-X, ChatGPT, Codex, Dall-E, etc., and explain why Microsoft and Azure are often mentioned in this context. Then, we’ll go through the main capabilities of the Azure OpenAI and respective usecases that might inspire you to either optimize your product or build a completely new one. During this session, we’ll keep our playground – Azure OpenAI Studio – open to illustrate these capabilities with live demos!
This document discusses best practices for developing data science products at Philip Morris International (PMI). It covers:
- PMI's data science team of over 40 people across four hubs working on fraud prevention and other problems.
- Key principles for PMI's data science work, including being business-driven, investing in people, self-organizing, iterating to improve, and co-creating solutions.
- Challenges in data product development involving integrating work between data scientists and other teams, and practices like continuous integration/delivery to overcome these challenges.
- The role of data scientists in contributing code that is readable, testable, reusable, reproducible, and usable by other teams to integrate into
This document contains a resume for Assad ul Hassan. It summarizes his career objective of seeking growth-oriented positions where he can utilize his abilities, education, and potential. It lists his technical skills including Java/JEE, databases, UML, design patterns, and frameworks like Hibernate and Spring. It details his professional experience as a Java developer at Momentum Tech UK and Rasant Solution, where he worked on projects for automotive clients and was responsible for tasks like security, integration, optimization and deployment. It concludes with his education history graduating with a B.S. in Computer Science from Hazara University in 2014.
The document discusses how to evaluate ECAD software packages. It outlines several key aspects to evaluate: suitability for job requirements, compatibility with hardware, simulation capabilities, ease of use, and capabilities for project partitioning and hierarchical design. For simulation capabilities, students are advised to assess the range of simulations, resolution, speed, accuracy and stability. Ease of use is subjective but can be evaluated by having users record likes and dislikes. Testing networking capabilities with a team project is also recommended for evaluating design collaboration features. Thorough testing of the software is important to fully understand its strengths and limitations.
CompatibL is a leading provider of custom software and risk management solutions. Chief Operating Officer Olga Orekhvo discusses how the cloud has become an integral part of CompatibL's solutions while still requiring custom development. She describes how CompatibL combines quantitative and engineering skills to create efficient solutions, develops software from the ground up to seamlessly integrate, and works closely with customers throughout the process. Orekhvo also explains how the cloud provides benefits like flexibility, cost savings, and security that are valuable for companies in a post-pandemic setting.
The PPT contains the following content:
1. What is Google Cloud Study Jam
2. What is Cloud Computing
3. Fundamentals of cloud computing
4. what is Generative AI
5. Fundamentals of Generative AI
6. Breif overview on Google Cloud Study Jam.
7. Networking Session.
This document summarizes the design process for a portable keg cooler called the PortaKeg. It includes surveys of existing keg products, consideration of alternative designs, modeling of the selected design in CAD software, and conclusions. The selected design features a single tap, fits a quarter keg, has a dolly and retractable handle for portability, and prioritized portability, simplicity of use, durability, and cost. CAD models were created for components like the fridge assembly, handle, wheels, and taps. Problems encountered included having to abandon the original design and issues with the design animation. Overall conclusions were that the design process was worthwhile but some aspects could have been improved.
This document discusses a solid modeling assignment using Pro/ENGINEER software. It involves animating assemblies to show different views, parts, and the functionality of the designs. The assignment had several parts: Part A involved saving views of a pulley assembly rotating; Part B showed an assembly exploding and reassembling part by part; Part C combined the techniques from Parts A and B. A mini-project further incorporated all the skills by showing additional views and transparency effects of a cellphone model. The conclusion states the animation skills learned will be valuable for presentations but notes frustrations with long rendering times in the Pro/ENGINEER software.
Jonathan Jones Mae377 Final Project Reportspiffyjj115
The document appears to be a final design project report for a portable kegerator called the PortaKeg. It includes sections on researching existing products, developing alternative designs, choosing a final design, 3D CAD modeling of the design, manufacturing analysis, and conclusions. The design goals were for the kegerator to be portable, simple to use, durable, and low-cost. Three alternative designs were considered before the author selected Design 1 to model in detail with CAD software. The report provides details on modeling different subassemblies that make up the full kegerator design.
Project 07 involved identifying flaws in three consumer products - a pull-up bar attachment, snowboard, and post-hole digger - and redesigning them. The pull-up bar's attachment brackets were sheared off. For the snowboard, the bindings were held on with the wrong screws in the wrong alignment, causing slipping. The post-hole digger could only dig 12 inches deep. The report proposes redesigning the pull-up bar's brackets, changing the snowboard's binding screws, and adding a channel lock to the digger to allow for deeper digging. The pull-up bar redesign was selected for the assignment.
This document is a comprehensive report for Project 06 in an engineering CAD class. It details the redesign of an adjustable wrench in two phases. Phase 1 involved identifying inaccuracies in the original wrench drawings and proposing design changes. Phase 2 involved 3D modeling the redesigned wrench parts in ProEngineer, creating new 2D drawings, assembling the parts, rendering images, and creating animations of the wrench. The project utilized all the CAD skills learned to that point and took approximately 65 hours to complete.
The document describes Project 04, which focused on improving the author's skills in rendering 3D CAD models to make them appear more realistic. The author was tasked with rendering a cell phone, chess pieces, and electric razor to have different material appearances. This involved using rendering tools in ProENGINEER Wildfire 4.0 to adjust lighting, textures, and properties to achieve effects like polished gold, colored glass, and injection molded plastic. The author succeeded in rendering the parts as instructed, though encountered difficulties applying a texture to simulate brushed gold due to differences between the software version used in the tutorials and the author's own version.
This document describes a student's work on Project 03 which involved learning CAD skills in ProEngineering Wildfire 4.0. The project consisted of four parts - Part A involved learning sweeps, Part B taught blends, Part C used warping, and Part D was an assembled cell phone project. The student described the process and any issues for each part. Completing the project took over 20 hours but improved the student's CAD modeling abilities.
This document summarizes Jonathan Jones' completion of Project 02, which focused on further developing his 3D CAD skills in ProEngineering Wildfire 4.0. He successfully completed five drawings for the project, including a spring, screw, block, and assembly drawing of a pulley system. Through this process, Jonathan learned techniques like helical sweeping for springs, assembly of multiple components, and creating 2D drawings from 3D models. While some parts posed initial challenges, he was able to solve the problems and complete all required drawings for the assignment. Overall, Project 02 helped advance Jonathan's CAD abilities and took over 15 hours to fully complete.
Project 01 was designed to introduce an engineering student to basic CAD techniques in ProEngineering Wildfire 4.0 through the modeling of four parts. The student learned skills like protrusion, cut, hole, chamfer, and mirror by completing parts A through D, though parts B and C proved more challenging due to issues with symmetry and patterning. Overall the project took approximately 20 hours to complete and helped the student master basic CAD functions in ProEngineering, despite some frustrations with mouse dependence and occasional program quirks.
1. Project 00
MAE 377
There is an overload of competition in the engineering
drawing software market. In order to better pick a suitable
package, I strove to compare five like programs; these are my
findings.
Jonathan Jones
September 10, 2009
2. Table of Contents
1. Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 3
2. Project Requirements ........................................................................................................................... 3
3. CAD Software Programs ........................................................................................................................ 3
3.1. ProEngineering Enterprise XE ....................................................................................................... 3
3.2. SolidWorks Premium..................................................................................................................... 4
3.3. TurboCAD 16 Platinum Edition ..................................................................................................... 5
3.4. Google SketchUp Pro 7 ................................................................................................................. 6
3.5. AutoDesk – AutoCAD .................................................................................................................... 7
4. Discussion.............................................................................................................................................. 8
4.1. ProductView Express versus eDrawings Viewer and Publisher .................................................... 8
4.2. ProE versus the World .................................................................................................................. 9
4.3. Outsourcing, Yay or Nay? ............................................................................................................ 10
4.4. Job Search Report ....................................................................................................................... 10
5. References .......................................................................................................................................... 11
6. Conclusion ........................................................................................................................................... 11
6.1. The Final Assessment – SolidWorks Premium ............................................................................ 11
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3. 1. Introduction
In my first week of work at FrogiePrice Inc., a very fine and capable toy design company in my
wonderful hometown of East Aurora, NY, I have been nothing short of busy. In order to properly
improve this company, its workers, and simultaneously save my working skin, I have been tasked with a
research project detailing various computer aided design programs of my choice. Ultimately, I need to
make a final recommendation to the company, describing which direction I think FrogiePrice should go
with the future of its CAD program. Wish me luck.
2. Project Requirements
In the following report I will analyze five separate CAD programs, detailing the various pros and cons
of each package. I will go into their specific features, cost, compatibility with third party software, ease
of use, the availability of help resources, and the user and market growth of each product when
available. I will also discuss the similarities between two competing productivity tools, along with our
current CAD program ProEngineer compared to the others I researched. Before delineating my final
verdict for our future CAD program of choice, I will touch upon some hot-topic issues in the CAD world
today and also describe some interesting findings on job search websites.
3. CAD Software Programs
3.1.ProEngineering Enterprise XE
Undoubtedly one of the CAD industry’s leaders can be found in Parametric Technology
Corporation’s powerful ProEngineering software. Their flagship software package, Pro/ENGINEER
Enterprise XE, is a workhorse of a CAD program. An initial overview of Wildfire 4.0’s capabilities and
features make it a frontrunner for FrogiePrice.
Enterprise XE, and ProEngineer products in general, pride themselves on being a very accessible
yet simultaneously in depth CAD program. It has some of the easiest to use two dimensional and three
dimensional modeling tools in the market, yet everything from flanges to turbines can be created
without much headache. The accuracy of Enterprise XE is outstanding, as everything you draw will be
immediately rendered into photorealistic models. An integrated method of uploading your projects to
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4. the internet, along with collaboration tools and concurrent workspaces open up wide avenues for
working on a team project from all corners of the globe, a great asset for a nationwide company such as
ours.
The support system that comes hand in hand with any ProEngineer software package is tough to
beat. A quick search on their company website for class training sessions in North and South America
yielded 374 classes from September 2009 to January 2010 (“PTC Class Schedule Search” 1). They range
in length, topic, and location, making it possible to find a seminar near us for any qualms that may
arrive. They also have a fairly substantial technical support section online, including a few tutorials, for
any quick questions that don’t need a fully fledged seminar to answer.
One of the main selling points for Enterprise XE is the sundry add-ons that you can incorporate
into our projects. One of such add-ons is Mathcad, which is a high powered math application which
allows for all sorts of predictive engineering and in-program calculations to streamline the process and
assure products are designed safely and pass specifications. Mechanica, another add-on, really takes the
cake. It can evaluate a model for static structural analyses such as contact, modal frequency, and
buckling, and steady state thermal analyses. One final fancy feature is dubbed the Windchill ProjectLink,
which is ideally suited for FrogiePrice (“Pro/ENGINEER® Enterprise XE” 2). This online addition allows for
team members and clientele alike across the world to concurrently work on a project and save their
work in real-time to a secure, Web-based, workspace without missing a beat, a very valuable skill
indeed. However, with Enterprise XE starting at just under $25,000 for full ownership, and the lowest
end of the ProEngineer line of CAD products $7995, is the price really worth the perks?
3.2.SolidWorks Premium
One of the more up and coming 3D CAD packages on today’s market is published by
Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corp., known more popularly as SolidWorks Premium. This software
program is really trying to step it up in terms of 3D modeling for the average user and the large
corporation.
Similar in mission statement to ProE’s Enterprise XE, SolidWorks Premium aims to be accessible
for the easier, almost mundane tasks of say modeling a cabinet or, yet still retain the power to model
the complex. They profess to eradicate the unnecessary complexities of high end CAD programs with
the goal of honing the user in on solely his creative talents. In theory, this should provide an overall
more creative, productive, and better quality of product. Coupling this with never having to leave the
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5. SolidWorks program for calculations, error, structure, and failure analysis, the Premium package is a
verifiable autonomous collective. Specifically, utilizing SWIFT technology (SolidWorks Intelligent Feature
Technology) allows the user to automate various time-consuming tasks and techniques, “diagnosing and
resolving problems related to feature order, mates, sketch relationships, and the application of
dimensions” (“Mechanical CAD Capabilities” 1). For a toy company such as ourselves, these prove to be
very difficult promises to ignore.
Seemingly becoming a trend in quality CAD software, SolidWorks Premium offers a variety of
add-ons and additional programming aside from its traditional sole drawing capabilities. One such
program is SimulationXpress, a design validation tool that is included within every box of Solidworks
(“How can we design better products using SolidWorks?” 1). This program incorporates real world
physics into an easily functional early detection design flaw widget. SolidWorks truly prides themselves
on their extensive network of partner products, boasting over 350 of such products ranging from
SimpoeWorks FEM and FEA Analysis by Simpow SAS to Knowledge Based Engineering by DriveWorks
Ltd. to 3D QuickTools Limited’s Die Design Software, 3DQuickPress (“Partner Product QuickFlix” 2). The
latter may prove to be of true relevance to us at FrogiePrice, as most of our products are eventually
assembled by means of die casting plastic toy parts.
Research suggests that SolidWorks is a company on the rise. Engineering placement agencies
denote that the demand for SolidWorks tools and skills is over twice that of comparable design
packages, and is still climbing (“How can we… “ 2). This is reinforced by noting a growing user
community comprised of local user groups, online forums, user websites, incorporation in such modern
resources as Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube, and the annual 4500 attendee strong SolidWorks World
conference in California. SolidWorks Premium is a hard product to pass up, particularly when you note
that the license for full usage is $7995, or with annual subscription $1995; their company even harder
still (“Requote a Quote” 1).
3.3.TurboCAD 16 Platinum Edition
A slightly lower-end version of CAD software packaging is brought to us by IMSI/Design
Company: TurboCAD. TurboCAD pledges itself as one of the cheapest fully functional CAD programs
that is available for both the Windows and Macintosh markets, something few other programs can
match. (As FrogiePrice does not dip into Steve Job’s dark realm of Mac savvy hardware, this is not as
important for us, but interesting all the same.) TurboCAD 16 Pro Platinum edition will be the basis of
this analysis; let us see how it stacks up against the competition.
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6. After a thorough perusal of TurboCAD’s website, I dare say that this cheaper alternative to CAD
drafting, bargain priced at a cool $1,495, really does not pack the punch of the higher priced SolidWorks
Premium and ProE Enterprise XE. TurboCAD does not truly stress the ease of use of their system like
ProE or SolidWorks does, instead they simply tabulate total numbers of editing and modification tools
(roughly 40 and 50 tools, respectively) (“Key Features” 2). I am sure that it is a more than capable
drafting process, but may prove to be not as streamlined, powerful, or innovative as other products’
packages. TurboCAD harps copying and editing tools, texture editing, the ability to create various
components to a house, and similar tools that are, well, taken for granted to be a part of virtually every
CAD design software. Noticeably absent are any real differentiating and novel programs. One
interesting exception is the ability to install a light source anywhere in your project to see how shadow
play with LightWorks (“Key Features” 1).
The good news is that TurboCAD is not devoid of a robust support system. They do not sell
short, offering many 3rd party online training resources and classes, free web based support, user
forums, an active international telephone support line, and even a self service diagnostic tool, TurboCAD
Designer v12 (“Overview” 1). All in all, TurboCAD just does not pack the same punch as the more
expensive models, but if a value priced capable drafting software is all you need, TurboCAD 16 is the
way to go.
3.4.Google SketchUp Pro 7
What would the CAD industry be without one of the world’s biggest companies vying for a pie of
the economic pie? Google has made its introduction in the CAD market, so it would be prudent to at
least have a look at its flagship program, SketchUp Pro 7.
One of the first notes that just jumps out of cyberspace is the fact that Google’s base model,
SketchUp 7, is a free download. What, free? SketchUP 7 is one-hundred percent, bona fide free of
charge. At first glance, there is really not much deviation from the Pro version, and even as such, the Pro
version is sold for only $495, so this immediately caught my eye (“Purchase Google SketchUp Pro 7” 1).
Unfortunately, upon further research, it seems that SketchUp stumbles to the path of its slightly more
expensive watered down brother, TurboCAD. GoogleSketch is really just a CAD drawing software, with
little or no room for in-house analysis, problem solving or calculations. To its credit, this looks like the
easiest to use program out of the many I’ve reviewed so far, at least in terms of limiting complicated
keyboard strokes and mouse clicks. However, on their self promotion section of their website,
SketchUp’s first and bullet explains that their program is simply just a variation upon manipulating edges
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7. and faces, while their second point explains how to go from 2D to 3D. As someone who honestly is still
in the preliminary learning stages of 3D CAD, even I am insulted that they deem extrusion of 2D into 3D
as an actual product feature. This is simply how one goes about creating 3D CAD, it is not program
specific to SketchUp Pro at all! There are a few nifty tools that one could get lost in for a few hours, if
say you were working on modeling a sandbox or one shelf bookshelf. You can apply colors and textures
to models using Pant Bucket, add shadows using the Shadow Engine, add dimensions, group together
components into one larger component, and alter 3D terrain using the Sandbox tool. Effectively, there
is nothing in that feature list that makes me want to shell out $500 apiece for a product that actually
prides itself on the ability to apply colors to their 3D CAD models (“Google Sketchup” 2).
Now, there are a variety of very handy looking export tools within SketchUp Pro, including DWG
and EPS file formats that would allow you to incorporate these drawings into other more high powered
CAD programs. However, if you need to end up using a $5000 or more product in the end, why not just
use that program throughout the entire process? Sure, there is an extensive network of online support
through Google’s website, undoubtedly utilizing one of the world’s largest company’s products provides
almost limitless space for improvement and growth, but in the end it’s just not a capable program at all.
3.5.AutoDesk – AutoCAD
AutoCAD – the name once struck fear into the hearts of anyone who wanted to challenge this
innovative pioneer in the world of computer aided design. One would only think that they would
seamlessly transition their world renowned 2D software package (or at least its ideals) into a top of the
line, market share hungry 3D counterpart. I was slightly surprised to find out that this was not entirely
the case.
Now, don’t get me wrong, AutoDesk’s (the company behind AutoCAD) three dimensional CAD
program is not to be shrugged off as another Google SketchUp, in fact, it looks like a very capable
program indeed. All of the best features, honed to near perfect over twenty years in the 2D market,
make the drawing process look like a breeze. The interface familiar to millions of existing AutoCAD users
across the world has been translated into the 3D realm; that alone is a powerful enough factor to drive a
company once dependent on 2D AutoCAD to its 3D version (“Explore AutoCAD” 1). (Human beings hate
change.) There’s unlimited ways to multitask within AutoCAD and shortcuts galore to the most utilized
tools. Free form design capabilities are touted and undoubtedly well done, just as AutoCAD has for
years.
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8. Unlike the more successful ProE and SolidWorks programs, AutoCAD does not have a large scale
virtual workspace that allows for cross-continent collaboration concerns. This is something that a
company with such a wide customer base would surely benefit from, and it is sorely missed. And yet,
with all of these seemingly entirely capable CAD features, why do I feel that AutoDesk is losing ground in
the three dimensional market? A survey conducted by Robert Green of CADence and CADalyst
magazines in late 2003 showed an interesting trend. Although 54% of the users polled still used
AutoCAD as their primary CAD software, this number had dropped from the previous 71% recorded by
Green in 2001. Their market share had also dropped from a ridiculous 91% in 2001 to 85% in 2003
(Green 2). Quite simply, Green states that “the trend toward replacing AutoCAD with more powerful,
industry-specific CAD platforms has gathered real momentum, even though these platforms are more
expensive than AutoCAD” (Green 1). It is my mirrored opinion that FrogiePrice does not latch on to the
coattails of a shrinking company, but to instead put stock in one on the rise.
4. Discussion
4.1.ProductView Express versus eDrawings Viewer and Publisher
Not everyone has the capability or need to own such high end software as ProEngineer or Solidworks,
and yet they still may need to view a project that was created using these programs. This was the
creative force behind the birth of ProductView Express from PTC and eDrawings Viewer and Publisher
from SolidWorks. Both are capable of viewing high-resolution and high-demand CAD projects, but which
one should we use?
The benefits of ProductView Express:
Ultra high performance in a free software package that allows for collaboration across
disciplines and continents
Quickly view Pro/ENGINEER and ProductView datasets without needing the software or time
required to create the product oneself
Review markups to collaborate on the design
Access Product Manufacturing information
Allows for 3D collaboration and increased productivity for everyone involved with the project
High performance graphics engine enables smooth interaction with large assemblies1
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List paraphrased from http://www.ptc.com/products/productview/express.
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9. The benefits of eDrawings Viewer and Publisher:
Allows the user to view and print original SolidWorks®, AutoCAD®, DWG, and DXF™ files
Intelligent organization of the drawings into an easy-to-read format
Browser-like navigation, with scrolling, panning, and clickable links
3D viewing capabilities to alleviate the pain of understanding a non-rotatable drawing
Easily share design analysis results created from third party software used in the project
Publish eDrawings files directly from SolidWorks®, AutoCAD®, Inventor®, Pro/ENGINEER®
CATIA® V5 Unigraphics/NX® and CoCreate's OneSpace software
Review output produced from MoldflowXpress — a wizard-based design validation tool included
in SolidWorks software that is used for quickly and easily testing the manufacturability of plastic
injection-molded parts2
But what does this all mean? Virtually these two programs are designed to do the same thing:
view engineering CAD drawings without the CAD program that drew them. What sets them apart?
EDrawings has the upper hand for one simple reason: it can view CAD drawings from across the board,
from ProE to SolidWorks to AutoCAD and Inventor. This is an invaluable tool, and puts it clearly above
ProductView Express.
4.2.ProE versus the World
ProEngineering Premium is one of the most robust CAD experiences on the market today. I
would highly recommend this product to anyone who wants to seriously delve deep into drafting and
modeling anything in 3D, from airplanes and automobiles to skyscrapers and modern architecture. In so
many words or less, ProE is the most expensive product on the market that I researched, with its
flagship program Enterprise XE selling for just under $25,000, yet with this price comes a plethora of
options not available in other similar programs. ProE has the ability to create and draft highly detailed
3D modeling with not too much effort, similar to SolidWorks Premium and AutoCAD and slightly
different from the extraordinarily streamlined SketchUp Pro and TurboCAD. Again akin to SolidWorks,
there are sundry in-program applications for testing virtually every possible scenario your design will
face in the real world, from structural analysis to heat transfer. SketchUp Pro and TurboCAD do not
offer anything of the sort, with AutoCAD making a half-hearted effort to do the same. One main feature
that puts ProE above everything save SolidWorks is the ability to collaborate online with team members
and clients from across the world in real-time, something a modern company desperately needs.
Effectively, in everything save aesthetics, minor details, and price, ProE Enterprise XE is very similar to
SolidWorks Premium, better than AutoCAD and much, much better than SketchUp Pro and TurboCAD.
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List paraphrased from http://www.edrawingsviewer.com/pages/features/ViewerFeaturesandBenefits.html
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10. 4.3.Outsourcing, Yay or Nay?
Outsourcing has been a point of contention for decades upon decades in the United States. Thousands,
if not millions of American workers have lost their jobs to individuals on the other side of the world who
are willing to do that same amount of work for a fraction of the price that Americans require. On this
thought alone, I would have to strongly oppose any movement by FrogiePrice or any American company
to outsource its CAD projects. America isn’t exactly in some sort of golden economic era; we can use all
the jobs this country can create. I certainly wouldn’t want to be responsible for the loss of thousands of
more jobs.
4.4.Job Search Report
During the brisk evening of September 9, 2009 I conducted a miniature research project on two job
websites to see what companies were looking for which CAD programs, and in what amount they were
requesting each skill in the specific program. Figure 1 shows my results from monster.com and
careerbuilder.com.
1600 1490
Number of Hits
1400
Based on 1318
1223
1308
1200 Search Terms
1023
1000
800
600
482 474
400 317
200
3 2 10 4
0
Pro Engineer Solidworks TurboCAD SketchUp AutoCAD CAD
Monster.com Careerbuilder.com
Figure 1. AutoCAD still reigns supreme, while ProE and SolidWorks make up ground, and TurboCAD and SketchUp are left in
their wake.
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11. 5. References
“Pro/ENGINEER Enterprise XE”
http://www.ptc.com/WCMS/files/45688/en/3846_EnterpriseXE_DS_EN.pdf
“AutoCAD Features”
http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/index?siteID=123112&id=8446045
Green, Robert. “CAD Manager Survey.” December 2003.
http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0BLL/is_12_20/ai_112366574/
“Google SketchUp”
http://sketchup.google.com/product/features.html
“Key Features”
http://www.turbocad.com/TurboCAD/TurboCADforWindows/TurboCADPro16PlatinumEdition/K
eyFeatures/tabid/1165/Default.aspx
“Overview”
http://www.turbocad.com/Support/Overview/tabid/553/Default.aspx
“PTC Class Schedule Search”
http://ptc.com/appserver/services/learning/courseScheduleResult.jsp
“Partner Product QuickFlix”
http://www.solidworks.com/sw/products/6709_ENU_HTML.htm
“How can we design better products using SolidWorks?”
http://www.solidworks.com/sw/why-solidworks/605_ENU_HTML.htm
“Mechanical CAD Capabilities”
http://www.solidworks.com/sw/products/mcad-3d-design-software.htm
6. Conclusion
6.1.The Final Assessment – SolidWorks Premium
After days of deliberation, I daresay that I have come to a conclusion for the future of
FrogiePrice. Ultimately, Google SketchUp Pro 7 and TurboCAD just do not have
the gall and power to help us compete in the ever competitive toy design
market. They are cheap, dirt cheap, but in the end we would simply
lose money for sake of not having use of a competent CAD program.
AutoCAD, while useable and familiar, is on the downward spiral, as seen in Robert Green’s report on
CAD systems. FrogiePrice cannot afford to jump onboard a burning locomotive, no matter how glorious
that locomotive’s past may have been. Finally, the decision comes down to ProEngineer Enterprise XE
or Solidworks Premium. For our needs, there is virtually no discernable difference between these two
workhorses, save for one: price. SolidWorks Premium costs approximately 3.5 times less than
ProEngineer and for this reason alone, we as a company must install, train, and better ourselves through
Solidworks’ staple of the CAD world. Let the designing begin!
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