Modelling software features at medical device show
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Delcam product story
Edited by the Engineeringtalk editorial team
Nov 23, 2004
Delcam will demonstrate the latest version of its PowerShape hybrid modelling CAD software at the Medical Device Technology exhibition to be held at the UK NEC on 16th and 17th February 2005.
Delcam will demonstrate the latest version of its PowerShape hybrid modelling CAD software at the Medical Device Technology exhibition to be held at the NEC, Birmingham, on 16th and 17th February 2005.
PowerShape Pro offers a complete solution for designers in medical applications where aesthetics or ergonomics are key considerations, including the design and manufacture of medical equipment, pharmaceutical packaging, prostheses and bespoke footwear.
Like other hybrid modellers, PowerShape Pro combines the speed and ease-of-use of solid modelling with the design flexibility of surface modelling.
This allows designers to select the optimum approach for each new project on a case-by-case basis, with none of the limitations found when using only solid modelling methods.
Unique functionality within PowerShape Pro includes a range of powerful morphing commands for whole model edits of CAD models.
These allow rapid styling changes to be made in a single operation that would otherwise require extensive, time-consuming modification of the separate elements in a design.
They are, therefore, ideal for any project where designers need to generate quickly a number of variations of a new concept.
Also unique is the embossing technology that is at the heart of Delcam's Total Modelling approach to design.
This allows design features generated with PowerShape, or with Delcam's ArtCAM artistic software or the CopyCAD reverse engineering program, to be wrapped onto a CAD model.
The size, position and orientation of the wrapped shape can be fully controlled by the user, giving a much more powerful and flexible alternative to Boolean addition.
Both morphing and Total Modelling are especially beneficial for medical products, footwear or bespoke sports equipment, when there is a need to undertake small modifications to the same general design in order to meet the exact requirements of the patient or customer.
Many of these customisations require a series of iterations before the final design is reached.
Using PowerShape Pro will both simplify and speed up the development process, as well as helping to ensure that the client receives exactly the product he needs.
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