CFD VISUALIZATION SOFTWARE

Time and cost-saving analysis

Version 4.0 of the company's software reportedly delivers fully interactive, enterprise-class Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software for such industries as automotive, aerospace and defense, power, and chemical processing. It is designed to offer customers a new suite of interactive tools for transient model visualization, multi-PC visualization, and steady-state model support. ACUITIVhttp://rbi.ims.ca/3851-583

GRAPHICS ACCELERATORS

With three-year warranty

As the latest addition to the company's FireGL family, the 256-Mbyte FireGL^™ X2-256t joins the entry-level FireGL^™ T2-128 and the mid-range FireGL^™ X1-128 in delivering robust 3D performance for OpenGL and DirectX 9 applications at a reported fraction of the cost of competing products. The X2-256t features dual DVI-I output and a visual processing unit with eight parallel pixel processors and four geometry engines. It is designed to complement HP's range of personal workstations. ATI Technologies Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3851-584

CAD SOFTWARE

Assembly-reflect features

I-deas^® 11 NX Series is an integrated computer-aided design, manufacturing, and engineering analysis (CAD/CAM/CAE) software solution. It features responsiveness to user-driven enhancements that are specifically targeted at increasing measurable productivity for customers. Improvements include 3D section views, filleting, assembly reflect for modification, and digital simulation, among others. UGS PLM Solutionshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3851-585

DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT

Enables real-time design

Synergis Software's version 5.2 of Adept^™ features document tools that provide AutoCAD^® 2005, Autodesk Inventor^® 8 Series, Autodesk Inventor^® Professional 8, and SolidWorks^® 2004 users with the ability to find and manage data, ensure revision control, and control access to information on a LAN, WAN, or the Internet. Among other features, the new release also comes with Shared Work Areas, a real-time design and collaboration environment, and AutoCAD 2005 Support. Synergis Softwarehttp://rbi.ims.ca/3851-586

DESIGN TOOL SET

Translator suite

Designed to deliver a power-packed set of design tools for precise solid/surface modeling, drafting, two- and three- axis NC milling, the KEYCREATOR features a suite of translators that reportedly enables users to read models directly from most parametric-based programs. Because it does not rely on constraints or history, the product provides total editing control of both native and imported geometry, according to the company. It also reportedly offers support for complex surfacing, point clouds, polygon models, and an easy-to-use approach to 2D drawing and 3D modeling. Kubotek USA, Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3851-587

2D/3D SOFTWARE PACKAGE

Enhance user productivity

AnvilCAD Lite is aimed at designers of all levels of experience. The 2D/3D design and detail drafting software package reportedly delivers full CAD functionality and online tutorials at a cost-effective price with the most reliable code in the industry. It is a faster, streamlined version of the company's Design Drafter package, eliminating several of the add-on features. Manufacturing and Consulting Serviceshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3851-588

DESIGN SOFTWARE

Displays 3D solid assemblies

CFdesign v7.0 features a solid motion module that visually displays the dynamic interaction between fluids and 3-D solid assemblies built in an MCAD system. It also features a total heat flux boundary condition that is applied directly without having to consider the area of the surface. The product's temperature-dependent heat generation reportedly allows the heat generation to vary with temperature. Other features include component thermal summary, system-level pump/blower objects, and variable emissivity with temperature. Blue Ridge Numericshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3851-589

OUT-OF-THE-BOX CONFIGURATION

Reduces time

PartDictionary^™ is an out-of-the-box configuration of the part classification solution in Teamcenter^® from UGS PLM Solutions. It is based on the industry-standard RosettaNet Technical Dictionary, and it reportedly dramatically reduces time spent by the OEMs on part classification and significantly enhances integration with their supply chains. Features include standard language and infrastructure for supplier integration, expanded parametric searching capabilities, and CAD integration support. Synapsis Technology, Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3851-590

IMMERSIVE VISUALIZATION SYSTEM

Provides passive and active stereo

Hailed by the company as the world's first reconfigurable immersive visualization system that includes the use of both active and passive stereoscopic technology, the custom package was designed specifically to meet the requirements for Purdue University's new Envision Center for Data Perceptualization. The center is a 5,600-square-foot theater that can seat up to 50 people for review of large-scale, tera-byte sized computer-generated models. It was developed using the company's reconfigurable FLEX^™ platform. For general usage, the FLEX will be positioned in a 30-foot wide flat theater. Fakespace Systems inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3851-591

CAD/CAM SOLUTION

Provides enhanced NC capabilities

The company's E 5.1 reportedly added new NC functionality to the product, including enhanced Axis Milling, Multi-Cutters Finish routines, and additional features to prolong tool life and improve machining efficiency in deep cavities. According to the company, it encompasses a set of powerful, easy-to-use 3D design tools. Other enhanced features include 5X Trimming, Trochoidal Pitch, Reduce Plunge and Reduce Entry Feeds, and Finish Corner Feed, and Variable Layers. Cimatron Technologies Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3851-592