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Although jewelry design by goldsmiths and designers is characterized by unique pieces, unlike the industrial production of jewelry, ever greater numbers of jewelry designers are starting to tap the possibilities of computer-assisted design technology. This does not take away any of the value of the unique item of jewelry, but it does offer a clear increase in the methods of designing innovative jewelry. There is a widespread opinion that CAD is only a solution for jewelry firms with series production. The high investment costs that an individual goldsmith or designer cannot capitalize are certainly important arguments. For some years now, various manufacturers have offered 3D software versions for PCs under Windows. Large workstations with high volume memory capacities and an expensive graphics card do not have to be purchased. However, the user should boast basic computer literacy skills.... (2005) Complete Story
Carpal tunnel syndrome nearly ended Jesse Kaufman's career as a bench jeweler and goldsmith. But CAD/CAM technology, [Orchid] a supportive online jewelry community, and a strong commitment of time and money gave Kaufman the tools he needed to return to work as an artisan..... (2003) Complete Story
CAD/CAM technology is one of the biggest advances in the history of jewelry making. But how can we use this technology to maximize profits? After learning to design using 2-D or 3-D CAD software, its a matter of selecting the right production tools for your jewelry, and both desktop mills (subtractive systems) and model builders (additive systems) have much to offer.... (2007) Complete Story
Retailers seeking designers and model makers for fulfilling custom orders or for developing new designs exclusive to their inventories have a growing variety of options available to them. Companies providing these services through Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) are referred to as service bureaus...
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The jewelry industry has seen a veritable flood of new technologies in recent years—from CAD/CAM and laser welders to new alloys and Precious Metal Clay (PMC). And after a tentative start, jewelry designers have begun to embrace them. The result has been designs both simple and sophisticated, clumsy attempts and elegant results. Critics have derided the new technologies for producing jewelry that's sterile or amateur, while proponents argue that various technologies will forever change the way we make jewelry.... (2004) Complete Story
