Stephen Holmes, Author at DEVELOP3D

CAMWorks 2016 launches with further automation

Posted by Stephen Holmes - October 23, 2015

Latest release of CAMWorks adds in new cycles to support point to point operations Geometric’s CAMWorks 2016 3D CNC machining software is set to offer new productivity-enhancing capabilities that it…

UK seen as a candidate for the construction of a full-length Hyperloop

Posted by Stephen Holmes - October 28, 2015

Will the UK’s engineering and technology skills lead to the first Hyperloop transportation system? Bibop G Gresta, COO and deputy chairman of Hyperloop Transportation Technologies, the 760mph capsule-based transportation system…

CD-adapco introduces computational rheology to Star-CCM+

Posted by Stephen Holmes - October 28, 2015

Computational rheology adds the ability to solve new flow simulations within the Star-CCM interface With the fanfare that it’s latest release ‘significantly expands STAR-CCM+ application coverage’, CD-Adapco Star-CCM+ v10.06, features…

‘Where Used?’ app from Granta MI helps materials selection in CAD

Posted by Stephen Holmes - October 28, 2015

A new app helps designers check new or similar materials for CAD models A new web app from materials specialist Granta Design looks to answer the often-crucial question: ‘Where is…

Autodesk A360 unveils refreshed UI and enhanced features

Posted by Stephen Holmes - October 28, 2015

A new UI heads-up the refresh for A360 Having collected feedback from designers, project managers and other users who utilise A360 for project collaboration, Autodesk has introduced an ‘enhanced user…

One (fairly) careful owner: Restored fighter jets now ‘highly collectable’

Posted by Stephen Holmes - October 30, 2015

For those looking for a new weekend ‘project’ a jet fighter might be worth considering A rare and rather fantastic piece of RAF history has been painstakingly restored and rebuilt…

Turbulence at the top of 3D printing reflects wider changes

Posted by Stephen Holmes - October 30, 2015

Reichental has undergone his ‘exit stage left’ from 3D Systems Yesterday saw the announcement that Avi Reichental has stepped down as president and CEO, and even his position as a…

Sheet metal hemming software to add accuracy to automotive surface finishes

Posted by Stephen Holmes - October 30, 2015

The roll hemming process simulated in AutoFormplus R6 AutoForm Engineering, a leading supplier of software solutions for the sheet metal forming industry, has released AutoForm-HemPlannerplus, supporting roll, conventional die and…

Downsizing prosthesis with accurate engineering for more lifelike movement

Posted by Stephen Holmes - October 30, 2015

Steeper’s Bubonic prosthetic hand has a range of 14 grips based on human skeletal form While there’s been a flurry of 3D printed prosthesis stories of late, intricate production grade…

New dolly trolley design looks benefit airlines by £400 each

Posted by Stephen Holmes - November 3, 2015

Helping serve you cheap booze and the environment. Win win. A new 30 per cent lighter duty free trolly could make a fuel saving of up to £400 per year,…