 On the Cover
Cover concept developed by Cadalyst Art Director Annie Leung. This realistic prototype of a fishing reel from manufacturer Zebco is the result of parts created using an Objet Eden 3D printer and the finish work of Zebco model maker Brad Ruprecht.
Features
techtrends
A Surveyor's Norman Conquest
By Kenneth Wong
High-definition scanning helps produce as-built drawings of Nenagh Castle in Northern Ireland.
cadalystlabsreport
Almost Real -- 3D Printing Hooks Users with Prototypes that Bring Designs to Life
By Kenneth Wong and Nancy Spurling Johnson
3D Printing soon may diverge as large, fast production units make room for small, affordable prototyping machines.
userprofile
Wisdom from the Trenches
By Kenneth Wong
Charles Prettyman, Robert A.M. Stern Architects' CAD manager, shares advice for software upgrades.
viewpoint
Rethinking Wide-Format Scanner Paradigms
By Henrik Vestermark
Market today offers affordable options beyond 36" models.
Cadalyst Labs Hardware & Software Reviews
AutoCAD P&ID 2009 -- 2D Piping Design Software
By Robert Green
Well-designed program requires minimal training and speaks the language of its users.
First Look: Graphtec CSX300-09HDplus -- Wide-Format Scanner
By Brian Benton
Engineers, architects, and CAD and GIS users can benefit from the scanner's CSX300-09HDplus capabilities.
First Look: NEC MultiSync EA261WM -- Wide-Screen LCD Monitor
By Ron LaFon
With many extras and a moderate price, this display is well suited for designers.
User Review
Bunkspeed HyperShot -- 3D Rendering Software
By Gabriel Mathews
Real-time rendering technology blows its competition out of the water.
Expert Advice & Commentary
cadmanager
Redefine Priorities to Survive Tough Times
By Robert Green
Good planning and helping out in a pinch can help CAD managers and their companies survive the recession.
beyondengineering
No-Money-Down PLM
By Kenneth Wong
Companies on tight budgets can turn to open-source and on-demand solutions for product lifecycle management.
hottipharry
Looking for "Hot Tip Harry?"
By Bill Kramer
Hot Tip Harry’s latest AutoCAD customization tips are now posted online at Cadalyst’s CAD Tips site. Harry’s posting tips all the time now, and you can find the latest ones by checking the Recently Posted list, along with the latest tips from Tips & Tools Weekly. You can also find out about the latest tips from Harry himself (aka Cadalyst's Bill Kramer) by hanging out on Harry’s Tip Jar Discussion Forum. Look for the posts labeled "Hot Tips!" for regular updates. Among Harry's latest additions are the following Top Tip winners -- congratulations!
Brand new, Cadalyst and Hot Tip Harry also introduce his new Programming Concepts Discussion Forum. Keep tabs and chime in to exchange AutoCAD programming expertise and advice. AutoCAD Tutorials
circlesandlines
Capture the Perfect Selection Set in AutoCAD
By Lynn Allen
QSelect quickly gathers and counts your objects of choice. (January/February 2009)
Dimension Tips
By Lynn Allen
Two features found in AutoCAD 2008 can tame your misbehaving dimensions. (December 2008)
learningcurve
A Stroll down the XREF Path
By Bill Fane
The third and final installment in the saga of the xref. (December 2008)
bugwatch
AutoCAD's Longest-Lived Bug?
By Steve Johnson
Partial plots, password-protected pitfalls, problems in paper space, and some sticky civil stuff. (December 2008)
AEC Tutorials
cad clinic:civil 3d
Point Coordinate Transformations
By Phillip Zimmerman
Use Point File Formats in Civil 3D to import and export points to assigned coordinate systems. (December 2008)
archicadinsights
ArchiCAD Curtain Wall
By Attila Major
The Curtain Wall tool enables users to configure, place, and edit elements. (December 2008)
1-2-3revit
BIM and Autodesk Ecotect
By Rick Rundell
How BIM and Autodesk Ecotect help architects understand their conceptual building design's performance. (December 2008)
3D Modeling Tutorials
ontheedge
Solid Edge with Synchronous Technology, Part 5
By Russell Brook
CAD so easy, anyone can use it. (January 2009)
Solid Edge with Synchronous Technology, Part 4
By Russell Brook
Survive in a multi-CAD world. (December 2008)
solidthinking
What Else is New in SolidWorks 2009?
By Richard Doyle
A look at some of the lesser publicized additions to the software.
Cadalyst Web Exclusives by Kenneth Wong
Dimension Releases Personal 3D Printer Priced Less Than $15K
Company hopes to beat competition with new uPrint desktop unit.
Metrology System Developer Hexagon Acquires 3DReshaper
Scanning hardware and point-cloud processing software make an efficient combo.
Teradici Proposes Invisible Computers
Compression technology developer delivers 'PC-over-IP'.
Departments
editor'swindow
Cadalyst Magazine v2009
By Nancy Spurling Johnson
This year brings some ups and downs as we adjust to a changing world.
cadcentral
News Analysis from the World of CAD
By Kenneth Wong
AMD Looks to the Clouds; IMSI/Design Delays CAD Freeware Launch; Judge Partially Dismisses Autodesk vs. SolidWorks Suit; For Design Answers, Ask Nature; Autodesk Rounds Out FEA Portfolio; Taiwan Plays Catch-Up in RP Development; SolidWorks CEO Blogs and Twitters; Geomagic Ships Studio 10x; The Fate of Macworld Expo; New Products at Cadalyst.com
cadcartoon
industrynews
Breaking stories from around the industry.
productshowcase
Latest hardware and software releases.
discussionforums
Talk with your peers about CAD-related issues.
cadevents
Conferences, classes, trade shows, and more.
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