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Specially designed software solutions are used for technical projects of varying complexity. Various drawing platforms provide ample opportunities to create professional work, as well as more simplified versions of drawings that do not require deep knowledge of the principles of building schemes and existing regulations in the design of various objects.

The user interface of specialized software includes:

  • construction of both two-dimensional and three-dimensional sketches;
  • understandable user interface with convenient setting of working tools;
  • fast downloading of finished projects to cloud storage;
  • adaptation of page scaling for printing;
  • wide built-in catalog of ready-made patterns and templates, as well as the ability to create individual, original forms of the object;
  • importing images and drawings from files with PDF extensions;
  • selecting and resizing individual objects in the document;
  • application of hatchings, fills, and frames in accordance with the current regulatory documentation;
  • option of adjustable scaling of specified parts to the original dimensions;
  • reasonable use of PC system resources.

Specialized programs allow you to create not only engineering calculations on drawings, but also to make relevant edits and comments, as well as to use the project for multi-user work.

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Every engineer, architect or industrial technologist sooner or later faces the need to design apparatuses, assemblies and other similar things. There are a lot of programs for designing such parts nowadays. And today we will talk about such software as KOMPAS-3D.

Pros

    • Powerful set of tools for creating complex designs, drawing different parts and standard products of any kind
    • Export/import of STEP, ACIS, IGES, DWG, DXF files from other CAD software
    • Fast execution of design documentation
    • Rotation and zoom functions
    • Synchronization of data between several computers
    • Construction of associative model views in automatic mode
    • The official site of the ASCON company releases regular updates for KOMPAS-3D
    • Installation of additional modules: mechanical engineering, construction and
    • instrumentation configuration.
    • High speed of operation

Cons

    • The free version of the program has functional limitations

AutoCAD program is a specialized utility for solving various design problems, architectural solutions, construction of non-standard objects, parts for various production spheres. After working in three-dimensional space, the object can be converted into two-dimensional mode, which allows you to unload accurate drawings for further production.

Pros

    • Powerful tools for 3d design
    • Ability to create arbitrary shapes
    • Saving work in all popular formats
    • Wide range of dynamic blocks
    • Import drawings from PDF files
    • Ability to print directly on a 3D printer
    • Handle multiple projects at once
    • Support for TrueType fonts, parametric drawings
    • Handy tools for creating project documentation

Cons

    • High cost of the full version
    • Long installation process
    • 30 days trial version
    • High system requirements
    • Does not work with Windows XP and Vista

Graphic editor Free CAD is designed to create high-quality and parametric 3D - models. Accuracy and maximum detail of created objects is actively used by professional designers in the architectural industry, industrial engineering, the development of individual and non-standard parts for machinery and automotive industry. Despite the professional tools of the program the main user interface is understandable even to novice designers. At the same time, the developers have left open source code, so you can develop and add additional tools to the main menu.

Pros

    • Distributed free of charge
    • Built-in Python console
    • Create high-quality 3D models with the ability to print on a 3d printer
    • Built-in robotics module
    • Features a wide range of tools
    • Has open source code (Open Source Code)
    • Russian-speaking community of Free CAD Software is present
    • Export/import of data from other programs Cinema 4D, 3Ds Max, Solid Edge and so on
    • Work in interactive mode

Cons

    • To develop professional projects, knowledge of the Python language is required

SolidWorks professional software was specially created to run on the Windows operating system. The software is designed to solve the tasks of designers who develop 3D models of parts of varying complexity. An extensive set of basic functions allows not only to design elements, but also to conduct virtual strength tests of created parts. Users prefer this software because of its versatility. SolidWorks can be successfully used for industrial production environments as well as for small custom orders.

Pros

    • Solve complex engineering problems
    • Serial Number Verification Function
    • Easily manage data during design verification
    • Helps extend product life cycle
    • Official SolidWorks website releases regular software updates
    • Lots of tools to create 3D model of any printed circuit board or product
    • Opening of Excel and Word documents
    • Tuning of physical properties of solid state

Cons

    • High system requirements
    • More features in the full paid version

The sPlan utility is economical with respect to the system resources of the user's device, and a wide range of features for creating and editing special engineering schemes makes the work as easy as possible. A variety of basic templates in the software catalog meets the requirements of technical regulations, work with text and tables is maximally simplified. For novice users, the developers offer to use a special assistant - the control wizard, which explains all the necessary steps step by step.

Pros

    • Wide range of drawing components
    • Adjusting layout, dimensions, and grid types
    • Page size selection when printing on a printer
    • Drawing with a mouse and the scroll wheel to change tools
    • Support and create projects in popular graphic formats
    • Create custom patterns
    • You can set up parameters and configuration manually or in automatic mode
    • Project preview with editing, deleting, copying, pasting, dragging and rotating options
    • Hot key control

Cons

    • Rare crashes when trying to add changes to the .lib file

    • Limited features in the free version


The popular computer-aided design software LibreCAD was developed for the Windows operating system. However, the software is adapted to work in other popular operating systems. LibreCAD boasts all the necessary tools of a professional designer in the field of 2D design. Creating construction plans or engineering drawings of varying complexity, LibreCAD can easily cope with these tasks.

Pros

    • Totally free functionality
    • Open Source
    • Ability to create engineering and construction drawings, schematics and plans
    • Wide range of tools for creating complex 2D drawings
    • Ability to open created files in different CAD programs
    • Files can be saved in dxf, cxf, lff or jww formats
    • Supports SVG and PDF export
    • Supports import and export of BMP, PNG, PPM, XBM, XPM

Cons

    • Lack of ability to create 3D drawings

Graphite, a professional software program developed for the Windows operating system, is designed to solve the problems of designers and engineers in terms of computer-aided design. This easy-to-use, feature-rich environment contains the necessary tools to create 2D and 3D models and drawings of any complexity. The user-friendly interface is organized in such a way that nothing distracts the user from the key task.

Pros

    • Flexible and dynamic dimensioning according to ANSI, JIS, ISO, BAE, DIN, ASME GD&T standards
    • Custom library creation capability
    • Advanced equation-driven 2D and 3D parametrization
    • Classic Vellum user interface
    • Precise 2D and 3D plotting
    • Easy-to-learn and easy-to-use package
    • Easy, fast and accurate drafting
    • Unlimited pan and zoom
    • Direct creation of multi-page PDFs

Cons

    • Paid license

    • Free trial period 14 days

Multifunctional program nanoCAD includes all the necessary set of options to create the most complex engineering and architectural solutions, and clear russified interface disposes to use not only professional developers, but also beginners. The appearance of icons and the control panel is similar to similar software that saves you time.

Pros

    • Inserting external elements, different types of lines and fonts
    • Customizable interface elements
    • Add text and vector graphics
    • DWG and DXF support
    • Full 2D and 3D workflows
    • Fast preparation of the working documentation of design tasks
    • Use of different spreadsheet types
    • Regular updates of the software from the official site of the developer nanoCAD
    • Comfortable hotkey command input system

Cons

    • Does not work with Windows XP

    • Free version with limited features

The Civil 3D professional design platform includes the most advanced options for creating infrastructure projects for various purposes.

Full compatibility with similar programs based on AutoCAD structure and BIM technology allows you to evaluate several performance solutions simultaneously, make quick corrections to technical calculations and optimize the workflow as much as possible.

Pros

    • Powerful tools for working on 2D and 3D projects
    • Creation of professional project documentation
    • Design of civil infrastructure objects of any complexity (road junctions, bridges, overpasses, etc.)
    • The ability to simulate different scenarios in compliance with the laws of physics and physical properties of objects
    • Wide set of tools for analysis and searching of errors
    • 2D to 3D conversion
    • Relates all specifications and standards to projects in other AutoCAD products

Cons

    • Paid license

Multidisciplinary program T-FLEX CAD is designed to create a variety of projects in three-dimensional and two-dimensional space, which is provided by parametric modeling capabilities. The functionality of the graphic platform solves the most complex issues of creating objects without limiting the number of components and methods of combination: from part to assembly or vice versa.

Pros

    • 2D and 3D modeling capability
    • Easy handling of assemblies of any complexity
    • Ready element libraries (bolts, screws, bearings, etc.)
    • Developed means of engineering analysis
    • Possibility to create own element libraries
    • Team work on projects
    • Parts library. Models from the most popular suppliers: TraceParts, PartSolutions, GrabCAD.
    • Designing both individual elements and entire buildings with a cross section of all facades and floors
    • Drawing formatting in accordance with standards

Cons

    • Only the tutorial version is free