What is VARKON?
VARKON is a CAD/CAM software designed specifically for mechanical engineering applications like machine design, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing. It provides a complete set of modeling and drafting tools focused on the needs of the mechanical engineering industry.
Key features of VARKON include:
- 2D drafting capabilities like automatic dimensioning and annotations
- 3D parametric solid and surface modeling with Boolean operations
- Assemblies and configuration management for developing modular product designs
- Integrated simulation and analysis tools such as FEM, kinematics, collision detection
- CAM/CNC machining modules for generating toolpaths and G-code
- Specialized tools for sheet metal, welds, patterns, structure frameworks
- Open API and customization options
- Collaboration features for managing data and user access
Overall, VARKON aims to provide an efficient, easy-to-use CAD/CAM workflow tailored for the machine design industry. Its focus on mechanical engineering with specialized tools for common workflows distinguishes it from more general-purpose CAD software.
SketchUp, FreeCAD, Autodesk AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, Autodesk Inventor, Designspark Mechanical, nanoCAD, OpenSCAD, Assetforge, BRL-CAD, Dune 3D, LiteCAD are some alternatives to VARKON.