RedEye RPM and Alibre recently partnered to offer instant rapid prototyping quotes from Alibre Design. Designers and Engineers are familiar with rapid prototyping but may not have utilized such online services. Part 1 of this multipost segment focuses on the capability of RedEye RPM, use of the Alibre Design add-on, and the quotation process.

I recently ran across this impressive ad in Desktop Engineering from Alibre stating "3D CAD Has Evolved" comparing the evolution of mankind with the evolution of CAD. How exactly has Alibre revolutionized CAD?

Ten years ago mention Alibre Design to someone and they would respond with a blank stare. Today most Engineers, Designers, and even Woodworkers have heard of Alibre, use Alibre, or know someone using Alibre. It is anticipated that this will be true of manufacturers in the near future with Alibre CAM. How did this come about?