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Celebrate National CAD Day on August 2 with a bang! CAD stands for Computer-Aided Design, and it is an invaluable tool in many industries. It has been around since the late 1960s, and has evolved into a powerful technology used to create 3D models and designs. On this day, we can all appreciate the amazing advances that CAD has made in so many fields of work, from engineering to architecture. So let's get together and celebrate how far we have come with this revolutionary technology!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>CAD's Beginnings</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the late 1960s, the first versions of CAD systems were launched to aid in technical drawing and drafting.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1977</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>AutoCAD's Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>AutoCAD, one of the most well-known CAD software, is developed and released by Autodesk.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1982</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>CAD on Personal Computers</div><div class='timeline-text'>The release of the IBM PC helps pave the way for CAD to transition from large mainframes to personal computers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1995</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>3D Modeling Dominance</div><div class='timeline-text'>In mid-1990s, 3D modeling capabilities in CAD software becomes dominant, replacing 2D drafting in many industries.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>CAD in the Cloud</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the 2000s, CAD began shifting towards cloud-based solutions, providing more flexibility and accessibility for users.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Virtual Reality CAD</div><div class='timeline-text'>The integration of Virtual Reality (VR) into CAD software begins, transforming the way designers interact with their designs.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a CAD show</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check out the latest 3D modeling, rendering, and animation tools by attending a CAD show. You'll get to meet the creators and experts in the field, plus learn about the newest trends in designing.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a CAD course</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get the training you need to become a pro at 3D modeling, design, and animation by taking a CAD course. Sign up for an online course or visit your local college or university.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try making a 3D model</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you're feeling adventurous, try your hand at making a 3D model using CAD software. Start with something simple like a cube and work your way up to more complex models.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a video tutorial</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Share your knowledge of CAD software with others by creating a video tutorial. Show people how to use the various tools and functions of the software, as well as how to create 3D models, renderings, and animations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share your designs</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take pride in your work by sharing your 3D models and designs with others. Upload them to an online gallery or share them via social media.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>CAD makes design easy</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Computer Aided Design (CAD) allows designers and engineers to create complex shapes, designs and model structures with ease. Tools like 3D printing allow for even greater accuracy and speed in the manufacturing processes - making ideas come to life more quickly and cost effectively than ever before!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>CAD improves productivity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>CAD eliminates the need for manual labor which cuts down on time, money and resources. It also reduces errors and mistakes providing smoother communications between teams and departments. With CAD, production times can be decreased drastically allowing your company to get ahead of competitors in terms of efficiency!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>CAD is affordable</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the greatest advantages of CAD is that it's an affordable solution for companies of all sizes. There are plenty of free programs, software packages and apps available that offer basic features suitable for most projects so you don't have to break the bank to take advantage of the many benefits offered by CAD technology.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>CAD is Universally Accepted</h3><p class='facts-content'>CAD has gained universal acceptance worldwide due to its efficiency and precision, marking it as an indispensable tool within various industries such as architecture, engineering, and product design.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>First CAD System was Expensive and Exclusive</h3><p class='facts-content'>The first CAD system was developed in the early 1960s by Ivan Sutherland, called Sketchpad. It operated on a TX-2 computer that cost millions of dollars, making CAD technology a luxury that only a few could afford at the time.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>CAD Revolutionized the Animation Industry</h3><p class='facts-content'>CAD played a pivotal role in transforming the animation industry. It made the process more seamless and realistic, leading to groundbreaking animation films like "Toy Story", the first full-length 3D animated film, released in 1995 by Pixar.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>CAD Software is Also Used in Fashion Design</h3><p class='facts-content'>CAD isn't exclusively used in engineering and architecture; it also assists fashion designers in creating virtual designs. This allows them to play around with colors, shapes, and structures before physically creating the items.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>CAD’s Future Lies in 4D and 5D Modeling</h3><p class='facts-content'>Continually evolving, CAD technology ushers in the age of 4D and 5D modeling. In 4D modeling, time is added as a dimension, providing schedules for construction projects. Meanwhile, 5D adds cost as an extra dimension, giving a clear financial overview of a project's development.</p></div></div>
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