Engineering softwares of the future

Engineering software of the future

Introduction

Engineering softwares have evolved from the days when you had to buy a software license, install it on your computer and start working. With the advent of cloud-based platforms, engineers are now able to use a single tool across multiple platforms, which is known as SaaS (Software as a Service). However, this trend has not been without its share of challenges.

MATLAB

MATLAB is a high-level language and interactive environment for numerical computation, visualization, and programming. It is used in engineering, science and mathematics education as well as in many technical fields.

In the past few years MATLAB has become one of the most popular software packages for engineers who need to solve engineering problems but do not have access to expensive hardware like supercomputers or parallel clusters of workstations (also known as cluster computers).

The main advantage of using software instead of hardware lies in its flexibility; you can use it anywhere there is Internet access since all data files are stored on servers located around the world so no matter where you are located your job will always be done on time!

AutoCAD

AutoCAD is a 2D and 3D computer-aided design (CAD) and drafting software application developed by Autodesk. It is used to create drawings and documents in the engineering, architecture and construction industries. The software was first released on September 19, 1982 as AutoCAD 1.0; versions 2 to 4 were released between 1983 and 1987 respectively. Version 5 was released in 1989 as "AutoCAD LT", which supported only 2D drawing interfaces but lacked support for 3D modeling until version 6 introduced it along with several new features such as wireframe mode, face tracking (also known as mesh edit), parametric modeling tools like extrude/revolve etc., multiphase modeling capabilities (for example three-dimensional solid models).

The latest release of AutoCAD 2017 includes 3D capabilities built upon its previous versions' legacy technology base while offering new user interface elements that make it easier for beginners using this platform without having any prior experience with similar applications like Rhino or SketchUp because they're designed specifically for people who want something more basic than something like Maya or Maxon Cinema 4d without needing them all at once just yet."

AutoCAD Civil 3D

AutoCAD Civil 3D is a civil engineering design and documentation software. It is used to design and document infrastructure projects, such as roads, bridges, dams and other infrastructures. It can also be used for creating 2D drawings and 3D models.

STAAD.Pro

STAAD.Pro is a structural analysis program that can be used to design and analyze buildings, bridges and other structures. It includes many features, such as:

• Building design (including concrete design)

• Foundation design (including soil-structure interaction)

• Structural analysis

PTC Creo

PTC Creo is a 3D CAD/CAM/CAE solution for mechanical design, product data management and manufacturing execution.

It's used by more than 80% of the world's leading automotive companies, as well as many other industries.

PDMS

PDMS stands for Parametric Design Modeling System. It is a parametric design tool that helps you create 3D models of products, components and assemblies. With PDMS, you can easily create realistic designs and prototypes for your projects.

PDMS is a great tool for prototyping as it allows users to create complex shapes with ease by combining different parts together in just one click!

SolidWorks Premium

SolidWorks Premium is the most advanced CAD software for product development, analysis and design. It includes all of the features of SolidWorks Standard, plus additional modules that enable you to create more complex designs and perform more detailed analysis.

SolidWorks Premium 2018 includes:

• Product data management capabilities including part history tracking, ACIS-based 3D models with automatic surface integration (SINT), netlist generation from drawings or photos; assemblies and subassemblies in native formats including STEP files; native modeling tools such as Boolean operations; mass properties computation on an implicit basis; nonlinear constraints applied automatically during assembly optimization; geometric transformations supported by default (including those performed in other applications)

  
  
  

Proteus PCB Design

Proteus PCB Design is the best-known and most powerful PCB CAD software. It can be used to design, simulate and analyze printed circuit boards using a wide range of components. The software includes many innovative features such as:

• Designing with multiple layers (up to 10) at once;

• Automatic component placement;

• Advanced connectivity simulation capabilities;

ZWCAD

ZWCAD is a CAD software that can be used for both 2D and 3D modeling. It has the ability to draw both 2D drawings (like flowcharts) as well as 3D models (inventories).

ZWCAD comes with many useful features such as:

• Automatic window snapping, allowing you to create perfect grids with no effort whatsoever! This makes it easy to align objects precisely on screen while working on your model or drawing.

• Auto-alignment - allows you to snap objects together automatically so they line up perfectly when created in one go without having to manually align them first before doing so manually afterwards which saves time and effort in the long run because it's easier than trying straight away even though sometimes there might seem like there will be issues where another person would find this difficult due only being used once before but trust us when we say this feature works wonders when put into practice properly."

Conclusion

In conclusion, I would recommend some of the above softwares to anyone who wants to learn engineering or computer science.