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CADzine
                                                                     A fortnightly Email Newsletter about CAD Education in India
 Issue #3                                         www.mgenindia.com/atc                        20th Sep 2009

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In this Issue
Training Information
Content
 
  
Mechanical Simulation Software Strengthens the Autodesk Solution for Digital Prototyping

Autodesk today announced that it has reached a key milestone in its integration of recently acquired Algor software with the release of the Autodesk Algor Simulation 2010 products. A key component of the Autodesk solution for Digital Prototyping, Autodesk Algor Simulation software provides a broad range of mechanical simulation tools to help designers and engineers make critical decisions earlier in the design process.

Extensive finite element modeling tools and built-in material libraries within Autodesk Algor Simulation software allow users to study initial design intent and accurately simulate the behavior of a digital prototype. Additionally, Autodesk Algor Simulation software supports direct, associative data exchange with most CAD software tools, so users can easily collaborate and make iterative design changes without having to redefine simulation data. By helping engineers predict product performance, including situations in which multiple physical factors interact simultaneously, Autodesk Algor Simulation software helps engineers validate and optimize designs before manufacturing occurs.

There are four Autodesk Algor Simulation software offerings: 
  • Autodesk Algor Simulation 2010 - Design validation and optimization with a broad range of mainstream engineering simulation tools in a multi-CAD environment. 
  • Autodesk Algor Simulation CFD 2010 - All the functionality of Autodesk Algor Simulation along with fluid flow analysis, computational fluid dynamics and mass transfer analysis. 
  • Autodesk Algor Simulation MES 2010 - All the functionality of Autodesk Algor Simulation along with nonlinear static and dynamic analysis, rigid-body motion analysis, and combined stress and flexible-body motion analysis. 
  • Autodesk Algor Simulation Professional 2010 - All the functionality of Autodesk Algor Simulation, Autodesk Algor Simulation CFD, and Autodesk Algor Simulation MES along with electrostatic analysis and the ability to combine analysis types for full multiphysics simulations.
To learn more details about the new Autodesk Algor Simulation 2010 products, including how to purchase a copy, visit This link.

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SAN RAFAEL, Calif., Sept. 17, 2009 — Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) today announced that Autodesk SketchBook Mobile is available on the App Store. Autodesk SketchBook Mobile is a new professional-grade paint and drawing app that offers a full set of sketching tools in a streamlined and intuitive user interface designed specifically for the iPhone and iPod touch.

  “Mobile apps are becoming increasingly advanced, moving beyond simple entertainment or utilitarianism,” said Robert “Buzz” Kross, senior vice president, Manufacturing Industry Group at Autodesk. “We are delighted to offer an app on the App Store for industrial designers and the creative community. With the SketchBook Mobile App, Autodesk continues its long-standing tradition of bringing cost-effective professional design technology to the market.”

The SketchBook Mobile App uses the same engine as Autodesk SketchBook Pro painting and drawing software, delivering much of the same power and functionality as the desktop application. A combination of high-quality digital pencils, pens, markers and airbrushes, as well as an artist-friendly, gesture-based user interface, enables users to create everything from quick sketches to print-quality production artwork.

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Autodesk Offers Wide Variety of Resources and Support for Education Community Access to Industry-Leading Design Software, Programs and Curricula Elevate Teachers and Students to the Head of the Class

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The beginning of the new academic year is here and  Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK), a world leader in 2D and 3D design, engineering and entertainment software, is expanding its support for students and educators as they return to campus. Autodesk has announced that it is increasing access to its 2010 offerings, valuable curricula and additional resources for student and teacher communities. With the goal of supporting the next generation of design professionals, Autodesk offers faculty and institutions complete multidisciplinary suites that group the 2010 releases of the latest technologies used by industry professionals around the world. In addition, educators have access to high-quality training resources, including instructor guides, student workbooks, data sets and videos that reinforce key concepts.

Autodesk's education offerings represent its consistent advocacy for students and educators as well as its dedication to meeting classroom needs by continually updating resources. In fact, schools that have purchased academic licenses for the Autodesk Education Suites line of products can now offer usage on student- and faculty-owned personal computers, making it easier to maintain consistent and predictable software environments for these groups

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Panorama: The very first Asia Pacific Animation Challenge for students is now calling for entries!!!
You can win fabulous prizes including a trip to Hong Kong for a once in the lifetime mentorship by 4 international industry experts from award winning animation, designs and visual effects creation companies:
  • Lucasfilm – Projects claimed to fame “Starwars” series, “Back to the Future” series
  • Animal Logic – Projects claimed to fame “Happy feet”, “Australia”, “300”
  • Rhythm and Hues – Project claimed to fame “Incredible Hulk”, “Land of the Lost”, “Night at the Museum”
  • Imagi – Project claimed to fame “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles”, “Astro Boy”
Get started today by downloading free* Autodesk software on the Autodesk Education Community.

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Let's face it - at some point in time you're going to need to send your designs to someone who doesn't have AutoCAD...so what is your preferred method of choice?  I'd say most of us choose one of the following three:
  1. Print the drawing out  and physically mail it (save the Rainforest!)
  2. Convert the drawing to PDF and email it (Ouch that filesize is so big!)
  3. Convert the drawing to DWF.
So I'm offering up my plug to select Door #3 here...DWF files are Smarter, Smaller and Simpler...and you don't have to purchase any extra software to create a DWF file like you do with that "other" file format.  It's easy to publish your design as a DWF out of any Autodesk design application. 

Then tell your extended team members to simply download the free DWF viewer from the Autodesk website or you can get it right here:  Free DWF Viewer

Cadalyst magazine recently posted some  DWF images for multiple disciplines in the Cadalyst Gallery

You'll also find a great article about the new Autodesk DWF Composer 2 that lets you easily mark up your DWF files and send the mark-ups back into AutoCAD for quick turn-around.    Visit Autodesk DWF Composer article for more info.

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AUGI is pleased to announce that the latest issue of AUGIWorld  is now available for download.

Click Here to download AUGIWorld Issue 4 / 2009

         

In this issue of AUGIWorld:
  • AUGI is Turning 20! - As AUGI approaches its 20th birthday, President Mark Kiker reflects on the concept of community and how AUGI defines it.
  • AUGI Interviews - Continuing AUGI's year-long 20th birthday celebration, AUGIWorld serves up two interviews with long-time AUGI advocates. First, a Q&A with Lynn Allen, Autodesk Technical Evangelist and AUGI champion. Next, we talk with Donnia Tabor-Hanson, AUGI's own CAD Mama, for highlights from the past 20 years.
  • Achieving the "Wow" Factor in Revit Structure Models - Discover how Autodesk 3ds Max Design software can help you communicate your Revit Structure models clearly and effectively to clients, even at the earliest design stages. Author Robert Coutu offers this tutorial.
  • Snap! Desktop Content for Inventor - Autodesk Inventor 2010 offers an enhanced Content Center that is sure to please all users. Author Dennis Jeffrey shows you why.
  • Perform Detective Work with Navisworks Manage - Collaboration among project teams using different software just got easier. In this article, author Brian Myers demonstrates how the Clash Detective inside of Navisworks Manage helps facilitate the collaborative process.
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Training Information

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Autodesk Revit Structure
Autodesk Revit MEP
AutoCAD Civil 3D

Students who successfully complete the above courses get a certificate directly from Autodesk, USA valid worldwide. All courses are conducted by Autodesk Certified Instructors using Autodesk Official Training Courseware (AOTC).

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Autodesk Certification Details

The Autodesk Certification program enables experienced users to receive special recognition for their knowl -edge of a specific Autodesk software application. Autodesk provides a complete certification solution; including assessment tests, Autodesk Official Authorized Training Courseware for preparation, practice test for 2009 professional level exam, and Certification exams for validating your knowledge and skills.

Autodesk offers certification exams for AutoCAD, Inventor, and Revit Architecture.

There are two levels of 2009 Autodesk Certification, which are designed to assess a candidate’s knowledge and skills of specific Autodesk applications.

Level 1: Autodesk Certified Associate. This certification level covers the fundamental concepts and procedures in an Autodesk application, and is targeted to all software users. This certification exam comprises thirty (30) multiple choice questions and does not require the use of Autodesk software. This knowledge-based certification is a prerequisite to the Certified Professional level.

Level 2: Autodesk Certified Professional. This certification level covers a broad range of skills, and requires an individual to perform tasks and procedures using the Autodesk software. This certification exam comprises twenty (20) performance-based items. Professional level exams require an individual to open a drawing, complete a task or series of tasks, and then answer a question about that task.

Benefits of Certification
- Demonstrate your expertise in the latest Autodesk technology.
- Employer recognition (selection, bonuses, advancement, pay)
- Industry recognition of your skill set.
- Earn a portable credential for job retention and mobility.
- Peer recognition – be the best in your company.
- Improve your performance and add value to your company.
- Certificate, logo, and listing in Autodesk’s database.

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