The Product Development Process is a multi-part article about taking an idea from concept to customer.  This is intentionally a generalized discussion to cover a wide range of ideas and development directions. If you want 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 with permission.

For Inventors . . .  To all those that have the inventive spirit  --  Congratulations!   and Thank You.  You are the ones that keep us moving forward.
The article "For Inventors" is a collection of short notes directed at helping inventors navigate obstacles and distractions of bringing an invention to market.  Topics include Protecting your idea, thoughts about Patents, Making Plans, Pit-Falls, Financial Implications, etc..  The collection is written, as it says, "For Inventors . . ."

		This feature, about Trailer Design is a multi-part article about trailers -- things that make the big & little difference for enjoyment in use and in ownership. Factors of Strength, Stability, and Versatility are examined.  If you need a trailer, or are looking to build one, read this.   Choosing the Right Utility Trailer . . .      . . .  a short article with quick lists to consider when choosing a trailer - any trailer - but, especially a utility trailer. A quick look here may give insight to assist in the search for the right utility trailer.   Trailer Towing Tips A list of things to remember when towing a trailer.  Things to make your trailer trips enjoyable, productive, and to keep everyone safe.

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 - 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. Download the PDF (2.2 Mb)

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.)

 

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

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