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Dear Subscriber,
Welcome to the July issue of Manufacturing News, the newsletter designed especially for professionals in mechanical engineering, engineering design, process engineering and electrical engineering.
One of the greatest concerns for manufacturers is finding ways to improve the entire manufacturing process flow. By using the most innovative 2D and 3D design software integrated with process automation tools, manufacturers are now able to create, manage and share design data, simplifying the design to manufacture process. Read and learn more about how to achieve this in the sections below.
Also In this issue we have details about Autodesk University Online, information on setting CAD standards, the exciting new Autodesk Conceptual Design, Collaboration and Visualisation Products, some useful tips and tricks, Spy gadget and Autodesk Student Inventor design contest winners, and a great customer story featuring Dexion.
If you would like to share your comments on how we can improve this newsletter, please send them to asean.marketing@mail.autodesk.com.
Happy Reading!
The Manufacturing News Editorial Team
Manufacturing may not be the most tech-savvy industry but the new trend of digital prototyping is cutting the cost of design and streamlining the entire product development process. The digital prototyping era will also usher in a new level of information management for manufacturers because the digital models become as valuable as a production prototype.
Click to find out how manufacturers are adapting to this new trend.
Community
Missed Autodesk University? Autodesk University Online is the place for AU downloads and more. Here you will find class handouts, presentations, and datasets.
If you attended AU, you will also be able to view around 200 session screencasts. Ask session-specific questions, grow your professional network, and much more. To use this site, please create a login name or use your AU registration login or Autodesk Community login.
Click to learn more about Autodesk University.
AUGI Product Communities provide members with focused content regarding their specific Autodesk products. Content varies by product, but promises to be specifically geared to the needs of Autodesk users.
Aside from the unique content, all product communities provide access to the AUGI Forums as well as other cool features like Wish Lists and Special Links.
Click to join a community today.
Manufacturing Community Portal Features Community News & Content:
Various factors are behind the manufacturing industry's trend toward service-oriented enterprise (SOE) and service-oriented architecture (SOA), including cost pressure from foreign competitors and the virtual factory. The SOE model helps manufacturers reduce costs, streamline supply chains, manage resources effectively, and improve customer service. Here are four reasons why your business should embark on a SOE transformation.
Click to read more.
Did you know that you can share design examples by adding them to your Manufacturing Community Portfolio?
Click to read more.
Not a member of the Manufacturing Community Portal? It’s free to register, simply click to register today!
Focus on
Problems opening SolidWorks, UG-NX™, Pro/ENGINEER, ... files? Autodesk Inventor opens them all!
With this technology preview, you can streamline projects that require opening files from vendors or customers in native formats. You can easily exchange data between Autodesk Inventor, UGS, SolidWorks® and Pro/ENGINEER® by:
- importing and exporting Parasolid®
- importing UG-NX™
- importing SolidWorks
- importing and exporting GRANITE, and
- importing Pro/ENGINEER directly with Inventor.
Click for free download now.
Autodesk® AliasStudio®
Autodesk® Image Studio
Autodesk® Showcase
Autodesk® PortfolioWall
Autodesk’s Conceptual Design, Collaboration and Visualisation Products provide a complete set of tools for the creative design process.
It integrates all design disciplines required for shape definition and communication, from sketching and visualisation through production modelling, within a single intuitive working environment.
By promoting productivity and creativity, AliasStudio helps companies create superior designs—which drives superior business.
Click to learn more about the Autodesk conceptual design products.
Tips and Techniques
Posted to Manufacturing community Portal by Lynn Allen
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Posted to the Manufacturing community Portal by Andrew De Leon
Click to learn how to do this using AutoCAD Mechanical.
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Click to learn how to do this using AutoCAD Electrical
Posted on AutoCAD Services & Support
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Posted on AutoCAD Services & Support
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Posted on AutoCAD Services & Support
Click to learn how to remedy the situation.
General News
From the classic "shoe phone" to high-frequency ring-transmitters that can shatter glass, spy gadgets have a long history in spy films and books. The Spy Gadget design contest was all about taking this fantasy a bit further. The contestants came up with dream spy designs which were inspired, inventive, funny, or just plain cool.
The winners of the Inventor Student Design contest have been announced. The Grand prize winning design was the ‘Wheelchair of the 21st century’ seen in the above picture.
Click to view all submissions.
Students from around the world submitted innovative designs created by Autodesk Inventor. The easy-to-learn software helps students build, apply and test their design skills and eventually enter the workforce with a competitive advantage
To learn more about what Autodesk is doing to help support the next generation of engineering students, check out the .
of America, a bold new car design and manufacturing company, is using Autodesk Inventor software and Autodesk AliasStudio software to design a high-performance, environmentally friendly concept car called the Palumbo M-80. Powered by a hybrid gas-electric drive train, the car will provide the high-end sports car market with an automobile that delivers not just speed and acceleration, but outstanding fuel economy and minimal environmental impact.
Subscription News
Autodesk Subscription e-Learning features self-paced lessons that are a quick and convenient way to learn Autodesk software. Each lesson takes 15 to 30 minutes to complete and includes hands-on exercises so you can practice what you’ve learned.
Please note: that e-Learning requires Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or above.
New lessons that have just been added to the Subscription Centre this week include:
- AutoCAD 2008: Customising the Interface Part 1 (5 lessons)
- AutoCAD Mechanical 2008: Basics Part 2 (5 Lessons)
To access these e-Learning tools, please visit the Subscription Centre .
Don’t have a login? Please email us at for your login.
Customer Success
Dexion Limited implements Autodesk Inventor to provide a total customised 3-D solution – increasing productivity and opening up communication channels for its customers.
Click here to read more.
Events
Autodesk University (AU) is the world's largest annual gathering of working professionals, industry experts, and Autodesk executives. The one-of-a-kind event combines a deep-learning environment with a trade show and a mix of business and social activities--all designed to provide attendees with unparalleled opportunities to learn new skills and build valuable business relationships.
Only at AU: 4 Days to Empower You for the Other 361
No other user conference anywhere offers the depth of training and relationship-building opportunities that you find at AU.
Save the Date!
Plan now to join your peers at AU 2007. Registration will open soon.
15th Annual Autodesk University
November 27-30, 2007
The Venetian Resort Hotel
Las Vegas, U.S.A.
"Well organised and managed. I did not have to do anything more than show up for my classes, eat, and sleep” – 2006 AU Attendee.
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