Today, the Internet of Things (IoT) is driving dramatic change. Some see it as an incredible opportunity, while others view it as a dire threat. Either way, companies who embrace the technology are … [Read more...] about THE ENGINEERING HANDBOOK FOR DESIGNING SMART CONNECTED PRODUCTS
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HOW TO FUTUREPROOF YOUR PRODUCT DESIGN: 5 Technologies your CAD Tool Must Support
As you look to stay relevant in the 2020s, which technologies will have the most impact on the competitiveness of your products? What are your competitors doing? What should you look for in design … [Read more...] about HOW TO FUTUREPROOF YOUR PRODUCT DESIGN: 5 Technologies your CAD Tool Must Support
Designing for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
How do you design and manufacture products suited for the Fourth Industrial Revolution — the Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI)? Hint: You can’t do it with single-point 3D … [Read more...] about Designing for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Designing for a Connected World
The Internet of Things (IoT) isn’t an aspiration — it’s a reality. Engineers have strict expectations to meet when it comes to designing smart connected products, and system engineering is a critical … [Read more...] about Designing for a Connected World
How to Leverage Technology to Improve Collaboration
Traditional tools of the engineering trade don’t accommodate today’s need for cross-team collaboration. From using different mechanical computer-aided design (MCAD) applications to working on projects … [Read more...] about How to Leverage Technology to Improve Collaboration
Consumer Products: Making Design the Differentiator
Download the SOLIDWORKS® Ebook Form and function have always been key considerations for industrial designers and mechanical engineers; and with 3D design software, those qualities are easier than … [Read more...] about Consumer Products: Making Design the Differentiator
The How-to Guide for Transitioning from 2D CAD to 3D CAD
What strategies will your company use to improve, profitability? Is engineering a part of it? If not, it should be. To boost profitability, companies work hard to win over customers with great … [Read more...] about The How-to Guide for Transitioning from 2D CAD to 3D CAD
Five things to know when switching CAD tools
When competing in today’s global economy, investments in the design process can help companies quickly develop high-quality, innovative products more economically—helping them stand out from the … [Read more...] about Five things to know when switching CAD tools
Electrical Design: Improve Productivity, Quality
While 3D CAD technology has revolutionized mechanical design for decades now, its electrical counterpart has languished in 2D. But no longer. Electrical design doesn’t need to be an afterthought when … [Read more...] about Electrical Design: Improve Productivity, Quality
Reducing Time to Market in Manufacturing: A How-To
Engineers and designers feel pressured to design products quickly; and managing the transition between the two disciplines can be tough. Now industrial designers can capture ideas without having to … [Read more...] about Reducing Time to Market in Manufacturing: A How-To