NDES 2000 Preview: Hardware/Software (cont.)

Tactile force sensor, Booth 7317. Pressurex sensor film assesses compression magnitude and distribution between any two mating or impacting surfaces, When placed between interfacial surfaces, the thin sheet of film instantly and permanently changes color to reveal minute measurements of dispersion and degrees of pressure. Color calibration charts and imaging systems provide precise kg/cm² measurement. Sensor Products Inc,East Hanover, NJ. Free info-- Circle 751. http://www.OneRS.net/103df-751

Technical data storage & retrieval, Booth 8338. For storage, retrieval, replication, exchange and collaboration of technical content (e.g. engineering drawings), docQuest 4.0's web-based solution collects, manages and delivers content without the need to re-engineer business processes or current systems, or to retrain employees. This version includes enhanced features for e-procurement, management facility production/operations and field services. Digital Paper Corp, Alexandria, VA. Free info--Circle 756. http://www.OneRS.net/103df-756

CAD/CAM comparisons, Booth 7412. This software allows automatic graphical comparisons between a CAD master model and the built part or object, enabling 3D photography applications in manufacturing, engineering, design and new media. Inspections can be performed with one click of the mouse and shared with colleagues via automatically-generated, web-ready HTML reports. Raindrop Geomagic Inc,Research Triangle Park, NC. Free info--Circle 757. http://www.OneRS.net/103df-757

CAD/CAM, Booth 7726. Mastercam Version 8 sports a set of new software tools for high speed machining., including smooth tool motion and ramp contouring to avoid sharp angles, variable Z-level cuts for more consistent material removal, continuous Z-level looping to eliminate sharp step-down motion, and channeling to eliminate potentially harmful tool burial. Built-in and optional CAD translators add versatility this product. CNC Software Inc, Tolland, CT. Free info--Circle 758. http://www.OneRS.net/103df-758 

Web-enabling automation, Booth 5353. Composed of three elements -- a screenbuilder, data and web servers, and development kits -- HiBeam suite is a totally embedded software that enables visualization, diagnosis and graphical debugging of industrial processes via any Internet or Intranet browser, regardless of the operating system. Visualization and commands can even be performed on a mobile phone. AlterSys Inc, Montreal, QC. Free info--Circle 759. http://www.OneRS.net/103df-759

CAM, Booth 9255. The company's 2-, 3-, 4- and 5-axis PC-based CAM software, SURFCAM 2000.1 adds more user-friendly features. Improved wire EDM production methods simplify programming with automatic tab (glue stop) positioning for core applications, corner-looping that cuts sharp corners without burning the edge, and optimization of cutting strategies for multiple profiles. A procedural modeling design system automates construction and editing. Surfware Inc, Westlake Village, CA. Free info--Circle 752. http://www.OneRS.net/103df-752

MCAD, Booth 7505. With more than 400 additional enhancements, Pro/ENGINEER 2001 allows product developers to get designs right the first time, with rapid design customization and global collaboration. This latest version is geared for ease-of-design, refined product development regardless of project scope and size, and industrial strength functionality for creating large assemblies and interactive surfacing. PTC,Needham, MA. Free info--Circle 753. http://www.OneRS.net/103df-753 

MCAD, Booth 7511. Containing deeply-embedded knowledge-based engineering (KBE) languages, Unigraphics V17 captures and recycles expert knowledge within product designs through Knowledge Driven Automation (KDA), eliminating data translation to and from the MCAD software. Customized KDA solutions address company-specific processes, while standard industry processes are incorporated into process wizards and assistants. Unigraphics Solutions Inc, St Louis, MO. Free info--Circle 754. http://www.OneRS.net/103df-754

Web-native CAD, Booth 7411. As a comprehensive collaborative innovation platform (CIP), myB2O.com is a web-native framework of applications and services for collaborative product development and procurement. Designed to bridge gaps and remove bottlenecks in product lifecyles with technology and workflow solutions, this product adds new 3D engineering software solutions to its platform. Paraform Inc,Santa Clara, CA. Free info--Circle 755. http://www.OneRS.net/103df-755