In addition to engineering support and public forums within the DesignSpark engineering community, DesignSpark Explorer subscribers will continue to have access to more than 100 million 3D models and 2D symbols for circuit design, and the ability to perform searches on one billion parts, accessing data sheets and part lifecycle status information.įor users looking for even more advanced tools and resources, further DesignSpark options are now available featuring design tools with enhanced features. Excellent for prototyping and conveying requirements to the engineering team, DesignSpark Mechanical enables the rapid prototyping or reverse engineering of any physical object. Key tools available in DesignSpark Explorer include: DesignSpark PCB, the award-winning rapid-prototyping tool for circuit design that allows the creation of schematics, transfer to a PCB layout and preparation for production, all backed by pre-built component libraries and tools to ensure error-free PCBs and DesignSpark Mechanical, a direct modeller that requires no prior experience with 3D CAD software and enables users to freely create and modify geometry. Likely to suit students, makers, and designers, DesignSpark Explorer will enable members to retain the same community access and award-winning tools and design resources that they enjoy today – completely free – enabling them to quickly make the leap from concept to prototype. The new DesignSpark will offer three subscription levels, respectively called: ‘DesignSpark Explorer’, ‘DesignSpark Creator’ and ‘DesignSpark Engineer’, which will enable members to select their own level of access according to their requirements for design tools and resources.

Unveiled today, this next phase in the DesignSpark engineering community has been designed to present an enhanced and increasingly personalised experience for members.

It offers a suite of design tools including DesignSpark Mechanical and DesignSpark PCB, plus comprehensive 2D/3D and electronics part libraries, and a host of design resources such as technology articles, projects and community forums.

RS Group plc, a global omni-channel provider of product and service solutions, has announced the launch of the next phase of DesignSpark, RS’ fast-growing online community for engineers.

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