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This is a newer feature of the Synthesis web site created as a place to publish information about engineering, engineering design and related topics.  This section will continue to grow, so come back often.  - Enjoy!

The Product Development Process The Product Development Process is an article about taking ideas from concept to customer and is intentionally generalized to cover a wide range of ideas.  If you're looking for information about bringing ideas to market -- read this article.
A great sub article on Intellectual Property  --  Patents:  Protecting Your Big Idea
An informative overview of patents originally published on HP.com - reprinted here with permission.

A Little Fun Reading

"Going Pro/Extreme at the Pinewood Derby", an article written for Pro/E Magazine, is about having a bit of fun at the races - and using Pro/E to do it.

Pro/Extreme is the name of a car built to compete in a no rules, veterans version of the classic Cub Scout Pinewood Derby -- a light hearted competition gone (in this case) a bit Extreme.

What About This Wildfire Thing?   (August 2002)

A comentary on the latest adventure in Pro/Engineer from Parametric Technology Corporation (PTC).

A New Outlook on Wildfire   (May 2003)

A much more detailed look at Wildfire in a production environment -- Warning:  Proceed with Caution!

Accelerating Pro/E Design
( Part 1  &  Part 2 )

Engineering
Design faster!  Get through the menus quickly.  Reduce frustration and make tasks easier.  Focus on your work rather than on how Pro/E works.  Sound good?  Read the Article.

FTP,  or  File Transfer Protocol  is an efficient method of moving files, however, it can be a little daunting if you're not familiar.  To send or retrieve files from Synthesis that are too big for e-mail, just follow these directions.  (You'll need a Login ID and Password to use our FTP site.)

What makes a good Trailer? This feature, "What makes a good Trailer Design?" is a multi-part article about things to look for in a trailer -- things that make the big & little differences in the enjoyment of ownership. 
Factors affecting Strength, Stability, and Versatility are examined.  If you're looking for a trailer, or looking to build a trailer, read this article.

Choosing the Right Utility Trailer ... a short article with quick lists of things to consider when choosing a trailer -- especially a utility trailer.
A quick look here will help as you look for the right trailer for you.
Choosing the Right Utility Trailer

For more interesting info on Pro/E tips, tricks and techniques, please visit the Pro/E Tips Library.

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