DesignSpark Mechanical enables the rapid prototyping or reverse engineering of any physical object. Key tools available in DesignSpark Explorer include: DesignSpark PCB, the 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 tools and design resources that they enjoy today – completely free – enabling them to make the leap from concept to prototype.

RS estimates that the total value of the features offered through the paid subscription packages is £1,000 (approximately €1130).

They can test the “Creator” and “Engineer” subscription formulas from Januto Maand determine which option best suits their needs.

For the launch of these offers, RS is offering a free trial period to all DesignSpark members.It gives access to various technical resources as well as DesignSpark’s design software without allowing you to use their most advanced functions. The DesignSpark Explorer package is free.The DesignSpark Creator and DesignSpark Engineer paid subscription formulas give access to the advanced functionalities of DesignSpark software and to certain specific technical resources.The new version of DesignSpark evolves by offering three subscription levels: ‘DesignSpark Explorer’, ‘DesignSpark Creator’ and ‘DesignSpark Engineer’.This engineering community platform also offers technical design support resources and discussion forums.RS’ DesignSpark platform offers a suite of design tools that includes DesignSpark Mechanical software for mechanical modeling and DesignSpark PCB software for PCB design, as well as 2D/3D and electronic component libraries.

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