### Contents - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) # Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Software Resources ##### Articles, Glossary Terms, Discussions, and Reports to expand your knowledge on Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Software Resource pages are designed to give you a cross-section of information we have on specific categories. You'll find [articles](#resources-articles) from our experts, [feature definitions](#resources-glossary_terms), [discussions](#resources-discussions) from users like you, and [reports](#resources-reports) from industry data. [ContentsExpand/Collapse Contents](#) - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) ## Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Software Articles [![Computer-Aided Design (CAD): State of Category](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/houses-businessman-man-hands-110469-1.jpg "Computer-Aided Design (CAD): State of Category")](https://www.g2.com/articles/computer-aided-design-cad-state-of-category) [ ### Computer-Aided Design (CAD): State of Category ](https://www.g2.com/articles/computer-aided-design-cad-state-of-category) Computer-aided design (CAD) software was developed as part of a project delivered in 1960 by MIT’s Electronic Systems Laboratory, in collaboration with the United States Air Force. [ ![Michael Gigante](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Michael Gigante") MG ](https://learn.g2.com/author/michael-gigante) by Michael Gigante ## Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Software Glossary Terms [![Product Design](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI553_Glossary_Article_Images_%5Bproduct_design%5D_V1a.png "Product Design")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/product-design-definition) [Product Design](https://www.g2.com/glossary/product-design-definition) Product design is an essential process that takes a product from idea to creation. Learn about the importance of product design and the basic elements. by Holly Landis Explore our Technology Glossary Browse through dozens of terms to better understand the products you purchase and use everyday. [Find new features](https://www.g2.com/glossary) ## Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD) Software Discussions 0 Question on: AutoCAD [How can i go from a 2D drawing to 3D easily?](/discussions/37813-how-can-i-go-from-a-2d-drawing-to-3d-easily) I often wondered if it is possible to go from a 2 D drawing to a 3D model / object. This might already be a feature but I am unsure. Any tips? The best way to configure a 3d view is to create a isometric view of the viewport. That's what I prefer. So I would make 3 viewport configuration that would include top view, isometric view(3d) and any other view for ease of understanding. If you don't know how to enable it, just go to VIEW option in ribbon and than their select viewport configuration, select the number of views you want and also the orientation of view(top, front or customize the view) Answered: Kanaad Bhardwaj on September 29, 2021 By Anonymous Many binary operations are rippers. 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The result was amazing I recovered all my stolen money back within 72 hours I was so Answered: Natalie Kimberly on March 5, 2022 [See more answers (1)](javascript:void(0);) [Your answer](/discussions/37813-how-can-i-go-from-a-2d-drawing-to-3d-easily/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: Onshape [What is Onshape used for?](/discussions/what-is-onshape-used-for) What is Onshape used for? Collaboratively design products and solutions for problems using a browser on nearly any computer. Manage the data for the parts you design and prepare them for manufacture. Answered: Glendon Kuhns on August 12, 2024 [Your answer](/discussions/what-is-onshape-used-for/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: Inventor [What is Inventor used for?](/discussions/what-is-inventor-used-for) What is Inventor used for? For creating 3d CAD model and 2D manufacturing drawing. 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