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If you’re a CAD designer or engineer, you know that tools and processes matter. For fast-paced, product-driven businesses, few tools and processes matter more than product lifecycle management (PLM) and product data management (PDM). 

It’s hard to believe that the year is nearly a third over. But just because time is flying doesn’t mean you can’t make the most of it. This month’s 3D Roundup is built to help you do just that, with useful design tips, tools and news to take your designs even further!

In the Star Trek universe, a machine exists so technologically advanced it may as well be magic. This mythical device creates matter out of thin air, manufacturing starship parts, food, clothes and even oxygen.

3Dconnexion has been a longtime supporter of Formula Student, the racecar engineering competition run by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. This year we’re excited to announce a new partnership with Team Bath Racing, the Formula Student team from the University of Bath in the UK.

If you’re in the Northern Hemisphere like us, spring is coming. However, the Southern Hemisphere is just buckling down for the colder months. And if you’re near the Equator, well, the temperature is pretty consistent.

3Dconnexion 3D mice were a natural fit for the designers at Duratec Ltd, a company that creates custom bicycle frames.

Explorers have used intelligent navigation throughout history to sail uncharted courses, discover unknown lands and open up entirely new worlds. The rewards were great; the dangers even greater.

From 3D printing to incredible CAD software, there are few limits to the design possibilities offered by 3D technology. That makes now the perfect time to take advantage of tools that showcase your creative streak.

Today, in recognition of International Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Awareness Day, the Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers (OHCOW) is leading the charge against RSIs at their 14th annual International Repetitive Strain Injury Awareness Day event in Toronto, Canada.

With the impending release of the highly anticipated Total War: Rome II, I can’t help thinking about how wonderful it would be to combine my evening and weekend passion (PC gaming) with my daytime passion (3D mice).