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Intel and AMD Make Personnel Changes Intel and AMD Make Personnel Changes
By Kathleen Maher, Jon Peddie Research A look at what's in store for Intel and AMD with new personnel changes as CPU leaders start focusing on mobile.
Why You Need  a Dual-Socket Workstation Why You Need a Dual-Socket Workstation
By Wes Shimanek, Workstation Product Manager, Intel Corporation Intel’s Wes Shimanek talks about the role of dual-socket workstations in CAD.
A Summary of Autodesk Cloud Features for Revit Users A Summary of Autodesk Cloud Features for Revit Users
By Joy Stark, Autodesk In the midst of this new cloud innovation, one question stands out: what will this mean for users of Autodesk Revit products?
Explore More Models in Less Time Explore More Models in Less Time
With technologies like DAKOTA, Intel Xeon-based workstations, and Autodesk Simulation software, you can now explore more “what if” scenarios.
Designers of UC Merced Buildings Turn to Autodesk BIM Designers of UC Merced Buildings Turn to Autodesk BIM
By Sarah Hodges, Autodesk BIM is a process that puts powerful design, visualization, and collaboration capabilities in the hands of building design teams.
Siggraph Pioneers Work on the Future of Graphics Siggraph Pioneers Work on the Future of Graphics
By Kathleen Maher, Jon Peddie Research Siggraph Pioneers gathered for their annual meeting at Siggraph 2011, which featured guest speaker Turner Whitted of Microsoft.
AIB Shipments Slow Down in Q2 AIB Shipments Slow Down in Q2
By Jon Peddie, Jon Peddie Research A new report from Jon Peddie Research reveals that sales of graphics Add-in Board (AIB) shipments are down slightly.
Realize the Environmental and Economic Benefits of Retrofits Realize the Environmental and Economic Benefits of Retrofits
By Sarah Hodges, Autodesk MEP engineers are now presented with a plethora of opportunities in existing buildings for tenant improvements and/or energy retrofits.
Accelerate Innovation with a Dual-processor Workstation Accelerate Innovation with a Dual-processor Workstation
By Wes Shimanek, Workstation Product Manager, Intel Corporation A second Intel processor can dramatically increase the value of your ISV software investment.
Making Learning Social with WikiHelp for Autodesk Products Making Learning Social with WikiHelp for Autodesk Products
By Joy Stark, Autodesk Learn about Autodesk's WikiHelp, a new tool for delivering rich learning resources and connecting Revit users.
MEP Engineers' Transition into BIM and its Benefits MEP Engineers' Transition into BIM and its Benefits
By Sarah Hodges and Armundo Darling of Autodesk As the AEC industry adopts the latest technology to accomplish complex projects, MEP engineers embracing BIM are well-positioned for future growth.
What Do a Workstation and a 3-Legged Stool Have in Common? What Do a Workstation and a 3-Legged Stool Have in Common?
By Wes Shimanek, Workstation Product Manager, Intel Corporation Examine what technologies will help your needs the most to make sure your workstation is matched and you get the most throughput for your investment.
Physics and Fluid Dynamics Use Increases in Product Design Physics and Fluid Dynamics Use Increases in Product Design
By Kathleen Maher, Vice President, Jon Peddie Research Kathleen Maher looks at how the growth of physics software tools emerges when processing power becomes cheap and widely available.
Revit 2012 Products Provide Improved Key Visualization Tools Revit 2012 Products Provide Improved Key Visualization Tools
By Angela Chan and Kelcey Lemon, Autodesk How can designers best visually articulate their design intent to clients and stakeholders, to gain buy-in and improve understanding?
Is a Desktop System Enough for Your Needs? Is a Desktop System Enough for Your Needs?
By Intel Read about some of the reasons why many professionals choose the Intel Xeon processor E3 family over desktop alternatives.
Dial in on the Building Design Suites Dial in on the Building Design Suites
By Brian Haines and Kelcey Lemon, Autodesk, Inc. An introduction to the Building Design Suites and examples of how the software in the suites can be used to help meet project workflow challenges.
Identify the Workstation that is Right for You Identify the Workstation that is Right for You
By John Hengeveld and Wes Shimanek of Intel Corporation Confused on what workstation is best for your needs? Look no further.
Games Set the Course for the Future Games Set the Course for the Future
By Jon Peddie Research A look at how games are setting the standards for software and hardware design.
What Social Networking Means for BIM Adoption What Social Networking Means for BIM Adoption
By Erin Rae Hoffer, AIA LEED AP BD+C, Autodesk, Inc. Is social networking changing the way Building Information Modeling (BIM) projects are being executed today?
Four Performance Drivers for Workstations Four Performance Drivers for Workstations
By Wes Shimanek and Art Copeland, Intel Corporation Intel gives details on performance considerations you can use when buying your next workstation.
The Possibilities of CAD in the Cloud The Possibilities of CAD in the Cloud
By Kathleen Maher, Jon Peddie Research Kathleen Maher takes a look at advances in CAD and cloud computing technology and how the "cloud" is affecting the industry.
Feature Integration Continues to be a Dominant Trend Feature Integration Continues to be a Dominant Trend
By Jon Peddie, Jon Peddie Research Jon Peddie explains what features CAD users can expect to see in the coming workstation market.
Learn About the New Intel Xeon Processor E3 Family Learn About the New Intel Xeon Processor E3 Family
By Wes Shimanek and Mehmet Adalier, Intel Corporation The greatest innovation in the Intel Xeon processor E3 family based workstation is how it integrates both CPU and graphics engines on the same die.
Technology is Rapidly Changing the Sustainability Equation Technology is Rapidly Changing the Sustainability Equation
Helping to lead this modeling revolution, Autodesk has developed a streamlined process called rapid energy modeling.
Dig in Your Innovation Sandbox with Intel Xeon Workstations Dig in Your Innovation Sandbox with Intel Xeon Workstations
By Wes Shimanek, Intel Corporation and Norma McKinney, Microsoft Corporation See how dual-processor based Intel Xeon multi-core workstations enable you to experience parallel thinking and explore more "what ifs."
BIM Innovation in Retrofits
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Create Floor Openings and Railings
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Intel and AMD Make Personnel Changes
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Green Structures Lands December Inventor of the Month
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PDF Converter for Revit Now in Beta Testing
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Add Analysis Capabilities to Plant Designs with Revit
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Create Stained Glass Windows
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Infrastructure Experts Share Their Thoughts
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Back to the Future: Predictions for 2012
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Installing Autodesk 2012 Products and Suites
This video tutorial series covers how to …