Multi-body modeling in Solid Edge ST5

Solid Edge ST5 from Siemens PLM Software is said to take synchronous design to a new level with multi­body modeling. With this integrated approach, imported assemblies can be consolidated into a single part file to better represent purchased components, it says. Parts can be split or merged, providing a flexible way to adapt designs to different manufacturing processes. With this and many other new capabilities, users can accelerate design, speed revisions and improve imported 2D and 3D data re­use, the company says.