CAD has roots in the 1960s

2 mins.

June 10, 2025

The first Computer-Aided Design (CAD) systems appeared in the early 1960s. Initially, they cost millions and required massive mainframes. Today, engineers work in 3D with simulations, digital twins, and cloud collaboration—all on a laptop.

From sketches on paper to digital precision in the cloud—the evolution is amazing!

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