3Dconnexion Introduces Ultra Compact Motion Controller; Breakthrough SpaceTraveler Offers Portable Solutions for High-End Design on Notebooks.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers LOS GATOS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 14, 2003 3Dconnexion(R), a Logitech(R) (SWX SWX Swiss Exchange (trademark of SWX Swiss Exchange) SWX SolidWorks (3D solid modeling CAD software) SWX Splitter / Wave Division Multiplexer :LOGN) (Nasdaq:LOGI LOGI Logitech Intl. (stock symbol) ) company, and the leading developer of motion controllers, announced today the release of SpaceTraveler(TM) -- a high performance, portable device that joins their award winning line of SpaceBall(R), SpaceMouse(R), CadMan(R) and SpaceNavigator(TM) controllers. The SpaceTraveler's breakthrough ultra compact design is one tenth the size and one third the weight of a standard motion controller, making it the ideal companion for a notebook workstation and well suited for all environments where small size is a requirement. A matching, portable Logitech mouse is bundled, offering a complete solution for a powerful two-handed work style. "With the SpaceTraveler, I maintain my continuity and productivity on the road and get the most from my Unigraphics(R) CAD software on my notebook computer," said Graham Wood, senior design engineer at Moog, Inc., a worldwide manufacturer of precision control components and systems. "Using the SpaceTraveler reduces my design time, and gives me the control over my CAD products that I've come to expect from my workstation, but in a portable package. SpaceTraveler blends form with function: its modern design and high-tech look fit well with the cutting edge products we produce." "In addition to the exciting possibilities with high-end design on notebooks, the SpaceTraveler is ideally suited for markets that have requested smaller sized, yet full-featured motion controllers," said Wolfgang Hausen, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of 3Dconnexion. "We have seen great interest from new customers in the Japanese, Korean and Chinese markets." The SpaceTraveler brings together a brushed stainless steel stainless steel: see steel. stainless steel Any of a family of alloy steels usually containing 10–30% chromium. The presence of chromium, together with low carbon content, gives remarkable resistance to corrosion and heat. base and a soft-coated titanium gray cap for an exciting sleek design. Eight illuminated blue buttons allow designers the ability to define shortcuts See Win Shortcuts. for frequent design functions, while 3Dconnexion's patented 6-degree-of-freedom optical sensor offers unsurpassed performance, reliability and control. One hand uses the SpaceTraveler to position and control the 3D object, while the other hand creates and annotates the object with the bundled Logitech MouseMan(R) Traveler(TM). Productivity is increased up to 30%, while discomfort is reduced by eliminating 50% of repetitive mouse movements. The SpaceTraveler supports a wide array of over 100 design and analysis applications including the full range of popular CAD applications, including AutoCAD(R), Autodesk Inventor(R), CATIA A family of 2D and 3D CAD programs from IBM. CATIA was one of the first CAD programs to provide 3D solid modeling. The program was developed by Dassault Systems, a French aerospace company. (R), Pro/ENGINEER(R), Solid Edge(R), SolidWorks(R) and Unigraphics(R). It also supports and enhances productivity for various office applications such as Internet Explorer and Microsoft(R) Office. The SpaceTraveler is available immediately through 3Dconnexion's worldwide reseller and distributor channels. About 3Dconnexion 3Dconnexion, a Logitech Company (Nasdaq:LOGI), is the worldwide market leader in 3D input devices for the growing field of 3D motion control, used in the CAD (Computer Aided Design (application) Computer Aided Design - (CAD) The part of CAE concerning the drawing or physical layout steps of engineering design. Often found in the phrase "CAD/CAM" for ".. manufacturing". ), PLM (Product Life cycle Management) A comprehensive information system that coordinates all aspects of a product from initial concept to its eventual retirement. Sometimes called the "digital backbone" of a product, it includes the requirements phase, analysis and design (Product Lifecycle Management), GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and DCC (1) (Direct Cable Connection) A Windows 95/98 feature that allows PCs to be cabled together for data transfer. DCC actually sets up a network connection between the two machines. (Digital Content Creation The development of newsworthy, educational and entertainment material for distribution over the Internet or other electronic media. See DAMS. ) markets. Over 250,000 professionals use 3Dconnexion controllers, including its industry-leading SpaceBall(R), SpaceMouse(R), CadMan(R) and SpaceNavigator(TM). 3Dconnexion is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, with offices in Detroit, Los Angeles, London, Munich, Paris, Stockholm, Wroclaw and Tokyo. For more information, visit http://www.3Dconnexion.com. 3Dconnexion, the 3Dconnexion logo, and other 3Dconnexion marks are owned by 3Dconnexion and may be registered. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. |
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