Some CAD prototyping is done on computers, but most is done physically. Some CAD prototyping is done physically, but most is done on a computer. 3D printing is done occasionally and is provided by an outside vendor. 3D printing is as common as laser printing and is all done in-house. Design communication, whether electronic or on paper is full of ambiguity and has the potential for misinterpretation and confusion.
Computers are no longer just a vehicle for communication, but an aid to interpretation.
Describe the biggest challenge facing designers as we enter the next millennium. We believe that the biggest challenge facing designers and engineers as we enter the next millennium can best be described as a fulcrum. This is the dilemma of how engineers can balance today's business priorities with their future needs. Engineers know that they need to transition to 3D solid modeling software in order to remain competitive, but they don't want to make that transition if it is going to affect their business today due to high expenses and high learning curves. All rights reserved.