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News from MDESIGN
Learn about the latest developments, innovations, and updates around MDESIGN on our news page. Stay informed about product improvements, application tips, and industry-relevant information for efficient design and calculation.
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VDI 2230 e-learning further developed
Free live sessions with experts complement the ZFU-approved MDESIGN course on VDI 2230.
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Dresden Machine Elements Colloquium 2026
Machine elements, sensor technology, and AI – MDESIGN the Dresden Machine Elements Colloquium
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Case study: Turbine housing: Preload force under extreme conditions
A real-life example of how thermal effects and prestressing force losses must be evaluated in order to design turbine connections that are permanently safe.
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MDESIGN 2026 has been published
MDESIGN 2026 includes new functions for design, installation and verification, extended modules and updated databases.
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screw technology
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Screw breakage on a clutch hub
A classic fatigue fracture? Only at first glance. An MDESIGN use case.
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New EU Machinery Regulation 2027: What design engineers need to know now
Why 2027 heralds the end of Excel calculations in mechanical engineering
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Testing capability in mechanical engineering
Testability in mechanical engineering: how engineers ensure traceable verifications, compliance with standards and quality
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Technical documentation
Technical documentation ensures knowledge, traceability and quality. Why it is more than just an obligation - and how engineers can design it efficiently.
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Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU: Requirements
Designing pressure equipment in compliance with standards: AD 2000 & EN 13445 in use - safe, efficient, compliant.
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Calculate weld seams: Simple, safe and standard-compliant
Calculate weld seams efficiently and in accordance with standards: less effort, more safety, up to 20 % material savings.
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Optimize screw connections
Designing bolted joints safely & efficiently: Precise calculation reduces failures by 81.1 % and material costs by 23.8 %.
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MDESIGN shows suitable suppliers directly during the calculation
MDESIGN shows you suitable manufacturers and partners for your technical task during the calculation - without any detours.
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Efficient stock selection in the Design
MDESIGN makes warehouse selection faster, safer and standard-compliant - with integrated manufacturer data and automated comparison at the touch of a button.
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screw technology
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Reliable calculation of temperature-dependent bolt forces
Why thermal influences are often underestimated in bolted joints - and how you can reliably take them into account
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Now new: e-learning course on VDI 2230
The digital learning format teaches the standard-compliant design of bolted connections in accordance with VDI 2230.
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Technical article material database
Instead of relying exclusively on tabulated standard values, the system combines proven material principles with individually customizable parameters.
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MDESIGN vs. Excel
In this analysis, we show when Excel is sufficient, when MDESIGN is the better choice, and how the two approaches differ in concrete terms.
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Design Manager Forum 2025
The Design Manager Forum is much more than just a conference - it is THE meeting place for design engineering professionals.
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SchraubTec 2025
MDESIGN informs about VDI 2230 Sheet 3 & AI-based assistants. SchraubTec is growing steadily and will be represented at 6 locations by 2025.
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Engineering Newcomer 2024
The 11th ENGINEERING NEWCOMER competition is in the starting blocks. Register now!
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MDESIGN 2024 - What's new?
In the new MDESIGN version 2024, a number of additions and enhancements have once again been implemented.
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DMK 2024: Meet MDESIGN at Dresden
Machine elements, sensor technology, and AI – MDESIGN the Dresden Machine Elements Colloquium
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Search for products - find suppliers!
The free MDESIGN components catalog supports you in your search for the right supplier
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MDESIGN Consulting Services: Calculation services
MDESIGN Consulting Services offers you customized calculation services and supports you in all phases of your product development.
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welding technology
Welding connections in the digital age
Welding has become established as a permanent connection method in many industries. With digitalization, welding processes are increasingly automated.
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screw technology
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Improved efficiency in analysis with the latest ANSYS plug-in
The interface between MDESIGN and the ANSYS plug-in FAST+MORE for the calculation of fasteners is now available
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screw technology
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Bolt tensioning diagrams with additional evaluations
With MDESIGN 2022, the VDI 2230 bolt calculation and result evaluation is further simplified with new graphic enhancements.
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Flange connections according to DIN EN 1591
When it comes to the unwanted escape of liquids or gases from machines, the calculations and verifications are of crucial importance
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Concepts of holistic weld seam evaluation
A careful weld evaluation should be carried out as early as the planning stage of a welded construction to ensure the structural integrity and safety of structures
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MDESIGN 2022 - Innovations in the Second Edition
New functions have been implemented for the MDESIGN 2022 Second Edition, the scope of graphical wizards has been increased and databases have been expanded.
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KI recommends the optimum tightening torque
Bolted joints are one of the most frequently used fasteners. KI can make detailed suggestions even before the calculation process.
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New partnership in screw technology
MDESIGN is now a member of the VQWS (Verband für Qualifikation und Wissenstransfer in der Schraubtechnik e.V.)
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40 years of TEDATA GmbH
This year we are celebrating our 40th company anniversary. We can look back on an exciting development, successful collaborations and fantastic customer relationships
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