Common mechanical design software

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1. AutoCAD: It is software developed by AutoDesk, and it is an introductory tool for mechanical design. It is generally learned during the study of mechanical drawing or mechanical design; it can be considered a mandatory software for mechanical design. Its 2D design capabilities are very strong, and many other 2D design software programs follow AutoCAD as a model. Autodesk also produces a 3D design software called Inventor, which has decent capabilities and works well in combination with AutoCAD. 2. Catia: It is a 3D design software developed by the French company Dassault; its powerful surface modeling capabilities give it a significant advantage in the automotive, aerospace, and shipbuilding industries. However, molds are not Catia’s strength. Dassault also produces a well-known 3D design software: SolidWorks. 3. Both SolidWorks and Catia belong to the French company Dassault; their advantage is that they are easy to learn, making them suitable for beginners in 3D mechanical design. Additionally, these software programs are relatively inexpensive