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Compatible CAD works in 2D and 3D

 

 
IntelliCAD 5 (IC5) is a capable 2D drawing program in its Standard version as well as a 3D modeler in the Professional version. Users can control the display of line weights with Settings command. The plot sheet lets users combine different layers of a drawing along with 2D and 3D elements of the design. More complete rendering features produce shadows, shading, and multiple light sources. The programs are similar but the Professional version comes with more features. For example, the 3D version includes all features in the Standard part along with raster image support, solid modeling, and rendering. The Standard version includes DWGdirect libraries, making it compatible with every release of AutoCAD from V2005 back to V2.5. DWGdirect libraries ensure compatibility with present and future

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Topics of Interest
Part IV: Modeling and Imaging in 3D Chapter List Chapter 15: Introducing 3D Chapter 16: Using Advanced 3D Features... (Read More)
Overview Nothing in AutoCAD is quite as fascinating as drawing in 3D. Compared with a traditional 3D rendering of a building on a drafting board that uses vanishing points and projection planes, a... (Read More)
In this part: Chapter 20: Creating 3D Drawings Chapter 21: Using Advanced 3D Features Chapter 22: Rendering 3D Drawings Chapter 23: Editing and Visualizing 3D Solids Overview... (Read More)
Introduction to AutoCAD 2006 2D and 3D Design Taking the reader step by step through the features of AutoCAD, this practical, structured guide introduces principles and 2D technical drawings, then... (Read More)
Chapter List Chapter 20: Creating 3D Drawings with Surfaces Chapter 21: Using Advanced 3D Features Chapter 22: Rendering 3D Drawings Chapter 23: Mastering 3D Solids Overview... (Read More)