"AI in CAD" gets talked about a lot, but the conversations we have with engineering teams tend to be more specific: what does it actually do differently, where does it genuinely save time, and where is the hype ahead of the reality? Having worked with manufacturers rolling out AI-assisted design tools, here's our take on what's real, what to expect, and what needs sorting out first.
REACH gets mentioned in the same breath as RoHS often enough that the two start to blur together. They shouldn't. REACH is broader, more data-intensive, and considerably harder to manage manually once you're tracking substances down through several supplier tiers. Here's a practical breakdown of what REACH actually covers, where it overlaps with RoHS, and what a workable compliance process looks like for an electronics manufacturer.
Creo 13 is out, and it's a big one: over 200 enhancements spanning AI, performance, simulation, manufacturing and more. We’ve pulled together the changes we think will actually matter day-to-day for teams using Creo, and where relevant, flagged what to check before you upgrade.
The latest release of PTC Mathcad Prime 12 introduces a range of updates aimed at improving performance, usability, and analytical capability. Released in April 2026, this version builds on previous enhancements while laying the groundwork for future innovation.
From faster calculations to more flexible plotting and advanced solving functions, the focus is on helping engineers work more efficiently with complex mathematical models.
Across the aerospace and defense sector, operational readiness has become one of the most pressing challenges facing organisations today. It’s no longer a long-term optimisation goal, it’s an immediate issue that is already affecting mission performance and strategic outcomes.
As fleets age and systems grow more complex, maintaining readiness is becoming increasingly difficult. At the same time, expectations from leadership, regulators, and stakeholders are rising, putting additional pressure on organisations to demonstrate performance at scale.
AI is reshaping the role of CAD, from the tool used to create designs into a system that actively supports engineering decision-making.
Rather than simply modelling geometry, modern CAD platforms are evolving into intelligent environments that help engineers work faster, reduce errors, and explore more possibilities. This shift marks the beginning of a new phase in digital engineering.
AI is attracting enormous attention across manufacturing and industrial sectors. But successful adoption doesn’t start with algorithms. It begins with putting the right groundwork in place.
For organisations working with industrial IoT and connected products, AI delivers the most value when it builds on a solid digital and data foundation. Without that, even the most advanced models struggle to produce meaningful results.
Below are the key elements that need to be in place before AI can deliver real business impact.
Composites have moved from niche materials to core components of modern manufacturing. Aerospace, automotive, renewables and medical are just four of the sectors that rely on composites to deliver lighter, stronger products.
In this article, we’ll take an in-depth look at composites. We’ll also share how Creo by PTC helps manufacturers make the most of these versatile materials.
Aerospace and defence programmes operate at a scale unheard of in most industries. Projects often involve thousands of stakeholders and long development cycles. Teams work across distributed supply chains while adhering to strict regulatory standards. There are also potentially millions of requirements, which must remain consistent and traceable.
Products are now more complex than ever, with mechanical systems typically integrated with electronics and software. In this era, teams find they must deliver faster while managing more variants and adhering to stricter compliance requirements. Success depends on how well organisations manage configurations, variants and traceability across the product lifecycle.