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Computer-aided design (CAD) is the use of computer technology to aid in the design and especially the drafting (technical drawing and engineering drawing) of a part or product, including entire buildings. It is both a visual (or drawing) and symbol-based method of communication whose conventions are particular to a specific technical field.

Drafting can be done in two dimensions ('2D') and three dimensions ('3D').

Drafting is the integral communication of technical or engineering drawings and is the industrial arts sub-discipline that underlies all involved technical endeavors. In representing complex, three-dimensional objects in two-dimensional drawings, these objects have traditionally been represented by three projected views at right angles

Source: Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CAD)

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    • Computer-aided design (CAD) is the use of computer technology to aid in the design and especially the drafting (technical drawing and engineering drawing) of a part or product, including entire buildings. It is both a visual (or drawing) and symbol-based method of communication whose conventions are particular to a specific technical field.

      Drafting can be done in two dimensions ('2D') and three dimensions ('3D').

      Drafting is the integral communication of technical or engineering drawings and is the industrial arts sub-discipline that underlies all involved technical endeavors. In representing complex, three-dimensional objects in two-dimensional drawings, these objects have traditionally been represented by three projected views at right angles

      Source: Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CAD)

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      Technet Alliance CAE Software Portal

      The TechNet Alliance is a unique consortium in the Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) or Simulation Based Engineering Sciences industry. It is comprised of a large network of engineering solution providers- dedicated to the application, development, training, support and marketing of CAE best-of-class software. In addition to CAE service companies, business support companies and renowned professionals from industry, professors from...
      http://www.technet-alliance.com/

      EDA Cafe

      EDAToolsCafe web site has been delivering valuable resources to thousands of EDA professionals each day. Deliver current EDA Jobs, News, Product, and Company information to a targeted EDA Audience. Provide critical business-to-business solutions to our targeted audience Provide technical knowledge and solutions to the EDA community Keep our information updated and timely. Also has a 'PCBCafe' and 'MCADCafe'
      http://www.edacafe.com/

      CAD Portal

      The Internet Resource for Engineering Professionals. CAD-Portal is the only internet engineering portal that allows users to contribute their thoughts in an interactive environment. Links are open to opinions by web surfers, for other members in the community to see.
      http://www.cad-portal.com/

      CADWIRE - Portal for CAD

      Major online portal for CAD (Computer Aided Design).
      http://www.cadwire.net/

      Simulation Tools Links

      This is an updated list of links for CAD Modelling and Simulation tools around the web, including links for downloadable demos. Categories include libraries, languages, visual simulation, web-based CAD, and more.
      http://www.idsia.ch/~andrea/simtools.html

      Desktop Engineering

      Focuses on the latest microcomputer hardware and software for engineers. Each issue provides engineering solutions through extensive product reviews, comparisons, tutorials, technology updates, application stories, product resource guides, news, and new product reports.
      http://www.deskeng.com/

      CAD software - history of CAD CAM

      CAD software, also referred to as Computer Aided Design software and in the past as computer aided drafting software, refers to software programs that assist engineers and designers in a wide variety of industries to design and manufacture physical products ranging from buildings, bridges, roads, aircraft, ships and cars to digital cameras, mobile phones, TVs, clothes and of course computers! CAD software is often referred to as CAD CAM...
      http://www.cadazz.com/

      CADdepot.com

      CADdepot.com is the ultimate free online CAD shareware archive for personal or professional use! Download some utilities and add productivity to any project!! Be it AutoCAD, Microstation, SolidWorks, IntelliCAD or other CAD programs, we have tons of shareware, and demos for you to try.
      http://www.caddepot.com/

      SynaptiCAD evaluation download

      SynaptiCAD provides 15-day evaluations of TestBencher Pro, VeriLogger Pro, DataSheet Pro, WaveFormer Pro, Timing Diagrammer Pro, and GigaWave Viewer. Download the evaluation version, install it, and follow the directions to request an evaluation license.
      http://www.syncad.com/syn_down.htm

      Computer-aided design @ Wikipedia

      Computer-aided design (CAD) is use of a wide range of computerbased tools that assist engineers, architects and other design professions in their design activities. It is the main geometry authoring tool within the Product Lifecycle Management process and involves both software and sometimes special-purpose hardware. Current packages range from 2D vector base drafting systems to 3D solid and surface modellers.
      http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer-aided_design

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