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CAD software upgraded for composites.


New methods for generating 2D prepreg patterns from 3D CAD CAD: see computer-aided design.


(Computer-Aided Design) Using computers to design products. CAD systems are high-speed workstations or desktop computers with CAD software.
 models and improved nesting to ensure the most economic use of materials from cut sheet are features of the latest PowerShape CAD software from Delcam Delcam claims to be one of the world's leading suppliers of advanced CAD/CAM software product development solutions for the manufacturing industry. The company has grown steadily since being founded formally in 1977, after initial development work at Cambridge University, UK.  International, Windsor, Ont. It also provides an expanded range of five-axis machining methods for cutting patterns and tooling and trimming/routing molded mold 1  
n.
1. A hollow form or matrix for shaping a fluid or plastic substance.

2. A frame or model around or on which something is formed or shaped.

3. Something that is made in or shaped on a mold.
 parts These developments will be shown next month at the JEC composites exhibition in Paris, France. PowerShape CAD software reportedly provides quick and easy methods for creating prepreg designs for molding complex curved shapes (photo). It is based on unwrapping techniques developed to cut leather shapes from shoe designs for the footwear Footwear consists of garments worn on the feet. It is worn for a variety of reasons, including protection against the environment, hygiene and adornment. Usually, socks and other hosiery are worn between the feet and the footwear, except for sandals and flip flops (thongs).  industry. Tel: (800) 664-3506 * PTDirect: 563PX
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Title Annotation:Composites
Publication:Plastics Technology
Date:Mar 1, 2005
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