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Math generator and solver

• natural mathematical notation
• code generation for embedded apps

Maple 10 seamlessly combines numeric and symbolic calculations, explorations, mathematical notation, documentation, buttons and sliders, and graphics and animations that can be shared and reused. The software enables users to convey information in a familiar way, such as a textbook or technical paper, and also as executable documents that provide the final answer. Math Equation Editor permits users to create textbook-quality equations in natural mathematical notation, interactively. Context sensitive menus provide only applicable operations depending on the current application, such as math operations, adjusting plots, applying units, and changing palettes. Enhanced code generation capability ensures any math model can generate automatically the user’s choice of C, Fortran, Java, MATLAB or Visual Basic software code for embedded applications.

Maplesoft, Waterloo, ON
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Path planning for robots

Kineo Path Planner enables users to plan automatically the optimal path of articulated (robots) or non-articulated (mechanical assembly) systems in a 3-D environment, ensuring a continuous, collision-free assembly or extraction path. It can be integrated into existing design tools, accounting for all assembly, disassembly, maintenance, and part interchangeability constraints from the product design stage.

Kineo CAM, Labège Cedex, France
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Digitizer

The MicroScribe G2 Desktop System translates parts, molds, and models of any shape, size, and material into 3D CAD files. The system offers easy software integration via native support, plug-ins, or MicroScribe Utility Software with the most popular applications such as AutoCAD, Pro/ENGINEER, and SolidWorks. The 8 lb unit features 5 or 6 degrees of freedom with either a 25- or 33-in. reach.

Immersion Corp., San Jose, CA
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Fracture prediction for composites

Originally developed by Boeing for predicting fracture and failure in laminated composite materials, VCCT (Virtual Crack Closure Technique) for ABAQUS offers an analysis tool for industries that design and manufacture high-performance composite components. The software allows engineers to identify the overall load at which a crack initiates and to predict the behavior of the structure as the crack propagates

Abaqus Inc., Providence, RI
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Automation development

Based upon Logic Control Modeler (LCM) technology, DELMIA Automation enables control engineers in all automation industries to define, control and monitor automated systems digitally — entirely in a 3D virtual environment, independent of PLC hardware. Identifying control logic errors well before implementation on virtual equipment significantly reduces product launch time.

Delmia Corp., Auburn Hills, MI
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Tactile system tester

Designed for analyzing touch screens, membrane switches and integrated interface assemblies, this tactile system tester speeds prototype verification, provides easily accessible data on a broad parameter range, and reduces production testing time. The PC-based Touchview Data Report System (TDRS) aids verification that products meet client specifications and quality assurance standards.

CAM Graphics Co. Inc., Amityville, NY
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Plastic parts

This company provides an integrated manufacturing service to produce plastic parts and enclosures in quantities of 50 to 10,000 parts, without requiring molds or tooling. Pilot production runs of 500 to 1000 parts can also be generated. Products can include recesses, sliding or hinged doors, cutouts, battery compartments, snap-fit covers and more.

Tool-Less Plastic Technologies LLC, Mukilteo, WA
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