Autodesk Introduces Combustion 2008
Combustion 2008 adds Flame's Colour Warper, schematic-view improvements and a non-destructive VFX workflow for Windows and Mac.
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Expanded Tech Data Team: Patrick Belser Is New Business Development Manager CAD/ISD for Switzerland
Patrick Belser has been working since 01 October at the international IT distributor Tech Data as Business Development Manager for the CAD/ISD (Infrastructure Solutions Division) area in Switzerland.
Autodesk and Innovation First Launch Robotics Website
Robotevents.com offers students and teachers exciting material from robotics.
New in Stores Now: Special Issue “DPWorkshop 3ds Max”
With the issue on Autodesk 3ds Max, DIGITAL PRODUCTION launches a new series of special issues that provide bundled know-how on important topics in the DCC industry.
Lichtblick 4D: Meet & Greet on 23.11. in Berlin
Lichtblick 4D's annual Meet & Greet in Berlin has quickly developed into an industry meeting point for the 3D scene in Germany's growing media focal point. Whether game developer or film producer, whether visualization specialist or architect, whether design or Web, there is something for everyone. Exciting and attractive presentations by experienced professionals from daily practice alternate with highly competent product presentations.
Autodesk Tools Visualize Wuhan Prototype
Revit, Maya and 3ds Max supported BIM, sculptural modelling, environmental analysis and final visualization for the Wuhan Blue Sky prototype.
Autodesk Inventor 2008 supports Windows Vista
New Service Pack makes Autodesk Inventor 2008 ready for the Microsoft operating system and all 64-bit Windows systems.
Record number: 1,000 participants at the Autodesk Inventor Forum
The Inventor Forum 2007 offered detailed information on digital product development and the opportunity for effective exchange of experience
animago prizewinners 2007 have been decided – Pictures from the awards ceremony
The animago AWARD 2007, the most important competition for Digital Content Creation in the German-speaking region, concluded on Thursday evening, November 8, with a festive evening event.
animago 2007 Surveys the State of DCC
The 2007 animago Award reviewed international work in film, stills and interactive media, with entries from 35 countries.
DP Interview: Broad market for Toxik
At IBC in Amsterdam, DP editor-in-chief Matthias J. Lange spoke with the two Autodesk representatives Maurice Patel (Senior Manager Product Marketing) and Rob Hoffmann (Senior 3D Product Marketing Manager) about the future of the products.
Make an Impression
Presentation of the new Autodesk Media&Entertainment product line as well as other new developments from the world of computer graphics as part of the digital creation days.
dc days: VFX Artist Workshop with Autodesk Toxik 2008
Autodesk Toxik 2008 is the new software-based compositing solution from Autodesk with support for current technologies such as 32bit HDRI, OpenEXR and 3D interoperability. This workshop is intended to give interested artists an initial impression of Toxik 2008 as part of the digital creation days.
Tech Data Europe appoints Mike Appel head of CAD business division
Tech Data Europe announces the appointment of a long-standing industry expert to head its European CAD division: As head of the European CAD division, Mike Appel is now responsible for the further development and growth of the highly successful CAD division at the international IT distributor and operates from Kistlerhofstraße in Munich.
Cat Sales: The Night of the Autodesk Kittens
The Munich distributor presented Autodesk’s trade-fair new products in a trendy atmosphere
Autodesk and Ritter Sport sweeten EuroMold
Visitors to the Autodesk booth can expect a real treat
dc days: Autodesk Toxik 2008 – VFX Artist Workshop
In cooperation with Dreamwalks, Autodesk gives VFX artists a deep insight into Toxik 2008
dc days: Autodesk takes over keynote on November 8
Thomas Müller sumarizes once again the new products and news from the important industry trade fairs IBC and Siggraph.
With a certificate against climate change
Autodesk is a founding member of the German Sustainable Building Council.
Autodesk Completes Skymatter Acquisition
Autodesk completes its acquisition of Skymatter’s assets and plans closer Mudbox interoperability with Maya and 3ds Max.
AREA: 3D Community Portal Celebrates First Anniversary
The 3D community portal “AREA” from Autodesk Media & Entertainment is celebrating its first birthday. Since its launch in August 2006, AREA developed into a popular online portal with more than 150,000 registered members.
Picturetools Invites to Autodesk 2008 Launch
Product presentations of 3ds Max 2008 and Maya 2008 with presentation of practical reference projects / Exhibition area supplements lectures
German Autodesk User Group AUGIde Launches
International platform AUGI offers German-language information and support for Autodesk users
Autodesk Acquires PlassoTech Simulation
Autodesk plans to integrate PlassoTech's mechanical analysis technology into Inventor for assembly, thermal, modal and impact simulation.
Acht Frankfurt Orders Flame and Toxik 2008
Acht Frankfurt orders two Autodesk Flame 2008 systems and Toxik 2008 for a Linux-based VFX and 3D compositing workflow.
Autodesk Toxik 2008
At IBC 2007, Autodesk showed the first Toxik version that is no longer tied to a hardware system.
Autodesk Shows 2008 Versions of Its Postproduction Systems
System-wide improvements thanks to an open file system, shared storage and complete clip compatibility
Autodesk: Lustre Is Selling Well
On the occasion of IBC 2007, Autodesk announced the sale of numerous Lustre systems to post houses in Europe and Asia
Autodesk Student Community Communication Platform Becoming Increasingly Popular in Germany Too
In the now highly interactive Web 2.0, an encouraging trend is emerging: German young academics in particular are excellently networked. Students are increasingly using the possibilities of international exchange on portals such as the Autodesk Student Community.
Autodesk Brings VFX and Finishing Tools to IBC
Autodesk's IBC lineup includes Flame, Smoke, Lustre, Toxik 2008, 3ds Max 2008, Maya 2008, and MotionBuilder 7.5 Extension 2.
Autodesk Shows 2008 Tools at Games Convention
Autodesk will give 3ds Max 2008, Maya 2008, and MotionBuilder 7.5 Extension 2 their European debuts at Games Convention.
Autodesk Supports Designers at VisMasters 2007
Autodesk sponsors the VisMasters Design Modeling and Visualization Conference in San Diego.
SIGGRAPH 2007: New Plugins for 3ds Max
Frantic Films presents its first commercial plugins, which have already proven themselves in
internal use in Hollywood productions such as Superman or Scooby
Doo 2.
SIGGRAPH 2007: Party On! Part 2
Things were no less exciting on the deck of the aircraft carrier USS Midway than at the Visual FXtasy Party. Autodesk had invited people here for the party - including a fantastic view of the traditional SIGGRAPH firewroks.
MotionBuilder 7.5 Receives Extension 2
Autodesk releases Extension 2 for its 3D character-animation and storytelling application MotionBuilder 7.5.
SIGGRAPH 2007: Autodesk presents 3ds Max 2008
Alongside the new version of Maya, Autodesk is also presenting the curent version of 3ds Max at SIGGRAPH 2007.
SIGGRAPH 2007: Autodesk Maya 2008 presented
Maya 9 is now called Maya 2008 and, according to manufacturer Autodesk, is intended to offer more performance as well as faster, more effective tools and workflows for creating complex 3D worlds and characters.
SIGGRAPH 2007: Autodesk presents 2007 Master Awards
The Autodesk Master Awards were presented at the Autodesk SIGGRAPH User Group Meeting.
SIGGRAPH 2007: Autodesk presents new “Animation Academy” for high school students
Students can use the course to expand their skills in the field of 3D animation.
SIGGRAPH 2007: Autodesk acquires Mudbox manufacturer Skymatter
Autodesk pulled off a surprise coup with the announcement of the acquisition of manufacturer Skymatter Through the acquisition, Autodesk expands its 3D entertainment-and design range with Mudbox.
Geyer Berlin Adds Autodesk Lustre HD
CinePostproduction’s Geyer Berlin facility adds an Autodesk Lustre HD system for real-time television grading.
Autodesk M& E: Sebastian Sylwan new Senior Film and Television Manager
The new manager was previously Director of Technology at Digital Domain
Autodesk Faced the Discussion About the Future of 3D
On July 11, DIGITAL PRODUCTION invited guests to the well-attended panel discussion on the subject of “Where Does the Future of 3D Lie” at the renowned Munich PresseClub. Guest was Michel Besner, Senior Director of Product Management Media & Entertainment Division at Autodesk.
DP Interview: Architects Open Up to the 3D Market
Autodesk is the worldwide sponsor of the traveling exhibition “Envisioning Change,” which draws attention to climate change. In Oslo, this exhibition was opened by Autodesk on World Climate Day. On this occasion, DP Editor-in-Chief Matthias J. Lange conducted an interview with Amar Hanspal, Autodesk Senior Vice President Platform Solutions and Emerging Business.
Free Panel Discussion “Where Does the Future of 3D Lie?”
On Wednesday, July 11, DIGITAL PRODUCTION is inviting guests to a panel discussion at the renowned Munich PresseClub. The guest is Michel Besner, Senior Director of Product Management Media & Entertainment Division at Autodesk.
European Studios Expand Autodesk Lustre Use
Ten European facilities added Autodesk Lustre systems in ten weeks, taking the regional installed base above sixty.
Autodesk Tools Power Spider-Man 3 VFX
Sony Pictures Imageworks used Autodesk Maya and Flame for character animation and visual effects on Spider-Man 3.
Autodesk Backs animago Award 2007
Autodesk Media & Entertainment is the main sponsor of the 2007 animago Award, held during digital creation days in Karlsruhe.
Negotiation About Sponsorship
DP and Autodesk are negotiating the sponsorship of the animago AWARD.
Autodesk Acquires Opticore Assets
Autodesk has agreed to acquire parts of Opticore, a Design Communication subsidiary developing interactive 3D visualisation software.
Maya 8.5 as a Personal Learning Edition
A free training version of the 3D software is now available
NAB: Autodesk Presents Extensions for Its Film and TV Systems
New features include colour management, effects tools and workflow optimisations
An Evening with ILM
At the invitation of Autodesk, Joel Aron presented ILM's work on "Pirates of the Caribbean" and other productions in Munich
Autodesk Presents the Maker of “Pirates of the Caribbean”
Joel Aron, Digital Production Supervisor at ILM, presents current projects in Munich on April 2 and gives a preview of new productions
3ds Max 9 Gains Productivity Booster
Autodesk's subscription extension adds Vista, DirectX 10, AutoCAD 2008 and Revit 2008 support plus more than 30 workflow improvements.
Autodesk Launches Inventor Student Design Contest
Students can submit their 3D designs until May 1
Autodesk: Job Cuts at Media & Entertainment
Layoffs in research & development and support in the Systems division
HP Tours with New Workstation Generation
Roadshow in Cologne and Stuttgart in early December / application examples and interactive zones with partner companies
New Drivers: Nvidia Promises Doubled Performance Under Direct3D and OpenGL
Optimized with Autodesk for 3ds Max 9 and AutoCAD 2007 / available as free downloads
Autodesk Releases Extension for Toxik 2007
Autodesk Toxik 2007 Extension 1 with new functions for cinema-film VFX and workflow improvements
Eyeon Goes on “Connection World Tour 2006”
The Canadian manufacturer also shows its new connection software for the Autodesk Stone file system in Germany
Mensch und Maschine Acquires Yello
CAD specialist increases stake / Solutions for 3D design and visualisation united under one roof
IBC: Autodesk Presents New Versions of Inferno, Flame, Flint, Fire and Smoke
Updates for the compositing, editing and colour-grading products are the focus
Autodesk: New Versions for Postproduction
Shortly before IBC 2006, Autodesk announces a series of new versions of its systems for visual effects, film editing and finishing
Maya and 3ds Max Go on Tour Together for the First Time
Autodesk roadshow in Germany, Austria and Switzerland
Autodesk Presents Lustre 2007
Colour Correction Tool Expected to Be Available for Windows in September 2006
SIGGRAPH: Realviz and Autodesk track together
MMTrack Free tracking software as a free plug-in for 3ds Max and Maya
SIGGRAPH: 3ds Max 9 announced
The next major update is coming in October: It is said to be faster, better integrated with Maya and offer more tools
SIGGRAPH: Maya 8 is here
Better collaboration with other Autodesk products and higher speed are the highlights
Knoll Spark Pack 3.0 is here
The high-end collection of lighting effects for Autodesk systems now also supports 64-bit processors
Autodesk Introduces Lustre HD
The newest Lustre system targets nonlinear colour correction for HDTV production.
Discreet Inferno on Linux
From the end of April, Autodesk will also ship its Inferno VFX and compositing system worldwide as a Linux version
Autodesk Toxik 2007 Debuts at NAB
Toxik 2007 adds an HDR-capable paint system for wire removal, retouching and digital matte painting.
Autodesk: MotionBuilder 7.5
Improved motion capturing and a smoother development pipline for game developers are promised by the first update under Autodesk's aegis.
Faster Color Correction: Incinerator 1.0
As a complement to its Lustre systems, Autodesk has introduced Incinerator, which permits real-time processing even for color corrections on 2k material.
Autodesk: Alias Acquisition Completed
Three months after the announcement, Autodesk has now fully acquired Alias and announced its plans for the near future.
3ds max 8 Roadshow – “What is Real”
Autodesk and yello!, German distributor for Autodesk's 3ds max animation software, will present 3ds max 8 and its new features together with local partners in Berlin, Hamburg, Düsseldorf, Cologne, Frankfurt, Nuremberg, Ludwigsburg, Munich and Vienna. Guest speakers from film, game development, design visualisation and industry will present their work. Demo artists will present the software in galleries or lofts in each city. The events start at 11.00 a.m. and end at around 5.00 p.m. with a get-together.
3ds max 8 Roadshow – “What is Real”
Autodesk and yello!, German distributor for Autodesk's 3ds max animation software, will present 3ds max 8 and its new features together with local partners in Berlin, Hamburg, Düsseldorf, Cologne, Frankfurt, Nuremberg, Ludwigsburg, Munich and Vienna. Guest speakers from film, game development, design visualisation and industry will present their work. Demo artists will present the software in galleries or lofts in each city. The events start at 11.00 a.m. and end at around 5.00 p.m. with a get-together.
Autodesk Wants to Acquire Alias
Buys Competitor in the 3D Sector for 182 Million Dollars in Cash
Siggraph: New Versions of Fire, Smoke, Inferno and Flame
Systems Were Completely Rewritten for 64 Bit / Numerous New Features
Siggraph: Autodesk Presents 3ds max 8
Autodesk also used Siggraph to present a new version of its 3D solution
New Versions of Discreet Systems
Shortly before Siggraph, Autodesk polished up its range of systems for visual effects, editing and finishing as well as digital colour correction.
Autodesk Completes Colorfront Acquisition
Hungarian software house was already involved in Lustre development
Autodesk Advises the Media and Entertainment Industry
Autodesk is expanding its Autodesk Consulting service offering into the media and entertainment industry.
NAB: Autodesk Accelerates Lustre 2.6 with Incinerator
Incinerator processing is designed to accelerate the new Discreet Lustre 2.6 colour-grading system
Discreet Changes Name to Autodesk Media and Entertainment
After six years as part of the Autodesk group, Discreet has now officially changed its name to Autodesk Media and Entertainment.
AutoCAD 2004 Expands Workflow and Presentation Tools
The AutoCAD 2004 product family adds customisable workspaces, new visual-presentation tools and improved data exchange.
Training as a Character Animator with Maya
The internationally known Cologne training institute "die maske" is offering the "Character Animator" training course from the fall with the partners Alias|Wavefront, Discreet, MCX and blanx effects/interactive.
Maya Featured Across 2003 Oscar Nominees
Alias|Wavefront highlighted Maya use across visual-effects, animated-feature and animated-short nominees at the 2003 Academy Awards.
Maya Productivity Pack for New and Professional Users
Alias|Wavefront bundled Maya Complete 4.5 with six learning resources, support and bonus credits for Mac OS X or Windows users.
REALVIZ Launches ImageModeler 3.5 for Windows at Imagina
ImageModeler 3.5 brought photo-based 3D reconstruction, automatic texturing and improved calibration to Windows XP and 2000 for €/$750.
Kaydara Adds FBX 3D Viewing to QuickTime
The royalty-free FBX for QuickTime component allowed Mac and Windows users to review and interact with 3D content without opening its source application.
REALVIZ Releases ImageModeler 3.5 for Mac OS X
ImageModeler 3.5 brought photo-based 3D reconstruction, automatic texturing and a redesigned workflow to the Macintosh for the first time.
Discreet and Realviz Software Bundles Discounted for Year End
Limited bundles combined 3ds Max, Combustion, Cleaner and ReTimer at reduced prices through the end of 2002.
Discreet Plans Free 3ds Max 5.1 Update
The January 2003 update promised bug fixes and improved compatibility with plug-ins written for 3ds Max 4.
3ds max 4 High-end 3D animation solution under a new name
As the successor to 3D Studio MAX R3, 3ds max 4 offers numerous innovations that make modelling, animation, texturing and web publishing of 3D scenes even more powerful and easier