Enhancing Multi-user CAD Systems with NXConnect ID: 2013-077

A novel approach to ensuring model consistency and effective conflict resolution in multi-user CAD environments.

Technology Overview

This technology introduces a sophisticated system designed for multi-user CAD systems, particularly demonstrated through NXConnect at Brigham Young University. It enables multiple designers to collaborate on a single CAD model in real-time, significantly boosting productivity and slashing development times. The system ensures model consistency through a global order of operations, employing an operation sequence number (OSN) to validate operations. Conflict resolution is adeptly handled by prioritizing operations on a first-come, first-served basis, while also preserving invalid operations for subsequent user correction.

Key Advantages

• Allows real-time collaboration on CAD models by multiple users
• Significantly reduces product development time
• Ensures model consistency through a global order of operations
• Effectively resolves conflicts with a first-come, first-served approach
• Improves productivity and efficiency in the design process

Problems Addressed

• Model divergence in multi-user CAD environments
• Inefficient conflict resolution leading to delays and errors
• Limitations on collaborative design due to sequential work processes

Market Applications

• Collaborative CAD design in engineering and architectural firms
• Product development teams in manufacturing industries
• Educational institutions for teaching advanced CAD techniques
• Research and development departments requiring efficient design collaboration

Additional Information

Technology ID: 2013-077
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Date Published: 13 May, 2025