Researchers at Penn State have developed a fabrication method that can print multifunctional “smart synthetic skin” — ...

When researchers ask students to test educational technology products, a consistent pattern emerges: Tools that impress adults in demos often fall flat ...

A modern driveway trend is transforming plain concrete with clean lines, unexpected texture, and a design detail that feels ...

From flat-pack to trendsetters, this is what makes IKEA's design truly iconic, according to a lead designer.

Need a plastic mesh in a custom pattern? 3D print it, no problem. But what if one needs a curved plastic mesh? That’s ...

The previous episode presented a CAD technique that allows coined sheet metal corners to seem to be unfolded. For demonstration, leather was the target material instead of sheet metal. Although ...

Flat Pattern Exporter (FPExport) is a standalone WPF utility that connects to a running Autodesk Inventor session and automates flat-pattern exports for sheet-metal parts. The tool scans assemblies or ...

Unlock the full InfoQ experience by logging in! Stay updated with your favorite authors and topics, engage with content, and download exclusive resources. Cory Benfield discusses the evolution of ...

The state is launching a design contest to encourage the construction of accessory dwelling units and increase the housing supply across Massachusetts. Winning designs will be made available online so ...

Mainstream 3D CAD is great for sheet metal projects. It’s a tool with which to make well-behaved sheet metal models that are both visually and mechanically accurate—useful for generating flat patterns ...

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Creative suite company Canva launched its own design model on Thursday that understands design layers and formats to power its features. The company also introduced new products and features, updates ...