Over the past 60 years, computer-aided design (CAD) has significantly affected the way people create and develop products. In the early years of CAD software, costly UNIX workstations were used that demanded years of training and required more specialized hardware than the cheaper, more user-friendly personal computers that are used today.
The 1990s was when CAD software transitioned from UNIX systems to Windows machines that were more affordable and intuitive. This shift has made it easier for various products to be created, such as submarines and airplanes as well as robots and ice cream machines. What once required specialized skills can now be learned in less than a year, empowering professionals, students, and hobbyists to use the technology instead of just engineers and designers.
CAD continues to advance today with the integration of AI. Features such as generative design and AI design assistants are transforming how products are developed, making the process smoother, smarter, and faster. The future of CAD is looking promising with the incorporation of AI posing more benefits for the next generation of engineers and designers.
Source: SolidWorks
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