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Other Engineering

MicroSurvey STAR*NET v14.0.2.9137

MicroSurvey STAR*NET v14.0.2.9137: Industry-Standard Least Squares Adjustment Software STAR*NET v14.0.2.9137 is the latest release of MicroSurvey’s trusted least squares network adjustment software. Used by land surveyors worldwide since 1986, it provides efficient data management, rigorous analysis tools, and comprehensive reporting...
Other Engineering

Geoscience ANALYST Pro 4.7.1

Geoscience ANALYST Pro 4.7.1: Advanced 3D Geological Modelling & Interpretation Geoscience ANALYST Pro 4.7.1 is the latest professional version of Mira Geoscience’s powerful 3D visualization and modelling software, designed for geoscientists working with complex geological and geophysical data. This release...
Mechanical Engineering

MillBox 25.0.4

MillBox 25.0.4: Advanced Dental CAM Software for Smart Restorations MillBox 25.0.4 is a specialized dental CAM software solution from CIMsystem, designed for machining dental restorations with precision and efficiency. This version builds on the 2025 release line with enhanced customization...
Other Engineering

OptiTrack Motive 3.4

OptiTrack Motive 3.4: Professional Motion Capture Software Motive 3.4 is the latest version of OptiTrack’s powerful motion capture software, designed for applications ranging from biomechanics research and film production to real-time tracking and virtual production. This release introduces significant enhancements...
Simulation

RecurDyn 2026

RecurDyn 2026: Advanced Multibody Dynamics Simulation Software RecurDyn 2026 is the latest version of FunctionBay’s industry-leading multibody dynamics (MBD) simulation software, designed for engineering analysis of mechanical systems. This release introduces AI-powered assistance, significant solver enhancements, expanded parametric modeling, and...
Electrical & Power Engineering

Archelios CALC 2024

Archelios CALC 2024: Professional Photovoltaic Sizing & Compliance Software Archelios CALC 2024 is the latest version of Trace Software’s professional electrical sizing tool for photovoltaic installations. Designed for engineers and PV professionals, it performs real-time electrical calculations and verifies compliance...
Simulation

RSOFT Photonic CAD Suite 2025

RSoft Photonic CAD Suite 2025: Comprehensive Photonic Design Software RSoft Photonic CAD Suite is the industry-leading photonic design software from Synopsys (formerly RSoft products, now part of Keysight’s photonic solutions) . It provides a complete environment for designing, simulating, and...
Simulation

Preonlab 7.0.4

PreonLab 7.0.4: Fast Particle-Based CFD Software PreonLab 7.0.4 is a mesh-free CFD solver from FIFTY2 Technology using the Material Point Method (MPM) for fluid simulation. It is fully GPU-accelerated, delivering 10-100x faster simulations than traditional CFD. Key Features GPU-Accelerated Solver...
Simulation

Particleworks 8.1

Particleworks 8.1: Mesh-Free CFD Software for Multiphysics Simulation Particleworks 8.1 is the latest version of the advanced particle-based CFD software from Prometech, specializing in Moving Particle Simulation (MPS) technology. This release introduces enhanced multiphysics capabilities, multi-resolution refinement, and significant GPU...
Mechanical Engineering

SMT MASTA 15

SMT MASTA 15.0: Advanced Powertrain Design & Analysis Software MASTA 15.0 is the latest version of SMT’s comprehensive transmission and electrified powertrain design software. This release introduces machine learning capabilities, enhanced NVH analysis, and deeper integration with manufacturing workflows. Key...
Mechanical Engineering

Worknc 2026

WORKNC 2026 | The CAM Software That Demystified 5-Axis Machining WORKNC 2026 (Version 18) represents a significant milestone in the evolution of Sescoi’s premier automatic CNC software for mold, die, and complex part manufacturing. This release introduced groundbreaking 4 and...
Simulation

ODEON 19.02

ODEON is a specialized software for room acoustics design and simulation . It allows acoustical engineers, consultants, and researchers to predict the acoustic behavior of spaces—such as concert halls, theaters, auditoriums, and industrial environments—before they are built or renovated ....
Simulation

ESI PipelineStudio 5.2

ESI PipelineStudio 5.2 is a comprehensive engineering solution for the design, planning, and simulation of gas and liquid pipeline systems . It combines powerful, industry-validated simulation engines with an intuitive graphical interface, enabling engineers to perform steady-state and transient analyses...
Simulation

Simufact Additive 2025.4

Simufact Additive 2025.4 is confirmed as the latest version of this leading metal additive manufacturing simulation software. A primary source detailing this update reveals significant performance enhancements for large-scale Laser Powder Bed Fusion (L-PBF) simulations . Here are the key...
Simulation

Simufact Forming 2025.4

Simufact Forming 2025.4 Features and Capabilities Simufact Forming 2025.4 (released late 2025 as a service pack/update in the Simufact Forming 2025 series) is the latest version of the powerful process simulation software from Hexagon (MSC Software) for metal forming, forging,...
Electrical & Power Engineering

Luceda Photonics IPKISS Design Suite 2025.12

Luceda Photonics IPKISS Design Suite 2025.12 is the latest major version of the comprehensive photonic integrated circuit (PIC) design platform from Luceda Photonics. Built around IPKISS—a powerful parametric design framework in Python—it enables designers to create, simulate, layout, and verify...