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Free CAD Software - 5 most popular programs
The following is a list of the five most popular, completely free CAD (Computer-Aided
Design) software programs currently available for download on the Internet. The
list is in Alphabetical order. Alibre Design Xpress: alibre.com/xpress/
This software is easy-to-use, yet capable to handle your most serious design projects.
It is a parametric solid modeler designed basically to 3D to create mechanical parts,
assemblies, and 2D drawings. CadStd Lite: cadstd.com
Developed by Apperson & Daughters, this is a good general purpose, easy-to-learn,
and user-friendly CAD/drafting program. It is capable of creating professional-quality
mechanical designs, house plans, blueprints, schematics, and charts employing ANSI
drawing standards. CadStd Lite can export files as DXF, the native file extension
used by the popular CAD program, AutoCAD. DesignWorkshop Lite (PowerPC): download.com/DesignWorkshop-Lite-PowerPC-/3000-2187_4-1724442.html
Developed by Artifice, this free download program supports 3DMF and DXF formats,
with a modeling environment based on a live 3D crosshair, so that models can be
created in real perspective space. The package comes with a working application,
a sample building, a 3D object library, and concise introductory notes. DesignWorkshop
Lite is also available in an expanded complete download for $9.95. FreeCAD: free-cad.sourceforge.net
From askoh.com, FreeCAD is a basic 3D CAD program with advanced motion-simulation
capabilities that are extensively used for teaching and learning of geometry, kinematics,
dynamics, vibrations, mechanisms, linkages, cams, machine design, and physics. ProgeCAD LT: progecad.com
This CAD program is a complete 2D and 3D CAD system, based on IntelliCAD 6 (an AutoCAD
alternative that works with DWG version from 2.5 to 2006, export and import DXF
and DWF) source code. ProgeCAD LT is free, however you will need to register it.
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