Where did the workstation get its start, and how has it changed since then; CAD trends survey shows growth in 3D printing adoption.More>>

3D printing adoption continues to grow significantly, as strong growth potential is found for emerging technologies such as generative design and artificial intelligence. More>>

Herrera on Hardware: Where did today’s workstation come from, and who — besides CAD users — relies on it? More>>

CAD Manager Column: As technology keeps evolving, so do the workstation configurations that ensure your CAD users can work efficiently. Get up to speed on what you’ll need to purchase this year before you approach your boss for approval.More>>

Graphics work in different ways to support 2D and 3D design applications, computer-aided engineering, metrology, and more. More>>

Herrera on Hardware: It’s not cheap yet, but Optane technology improves performance on several fronts, especially for high-demand storage solutions.More>>

IBI Group is among the early adopters exploring how the Holodeck VR platform can help AEC professionals with design presentation and development.More>>

According to the developer of the Holodeck virtual reality platform, there’s no longer any doubt about whether VR is viable for professional applications, including review of CAD models.More>>

Benchmark test scores illustrate specific pay-offs of professional hardware for design and engineering work. More>>

The two companies are collaborating to help users turn design data into “virtual experiences that help you work better and do more,” in the words of Autodesk CEO Andrew Anagnost.More>>