Golaem
Acquisition in 2024
Golaem S.A. is a French company that specializes in developing software solutions for simulating autonomous virtual humans in 3D environments. The company's primary offerings include the Golaem Crowd plugin for character simulation in Autodesk Maya, Golaem Puppet for real-time animation of 3D characters, and Golaem Populate Plugin for human simulations. These tools enable users to create realistic animations and behaviors for both individual characters and large crowds, providing visual, animation, and behavioral variations. Golaem's technologies facilitate the integration of virtual humans into various digital platforms, catering to industries such as animation, visual effects, transportation, defense, and manufacturing. Established in 2008 and based in Cesson-Sévigné, France, Golaem emerged from the BUNRAKU research team, which is affiliated with the INRIA and other academic institutions. The company's solutions aim to streamline digital content creation, making it easier and more affordable for creators and engineers to populate 3D scenes with lifelike characters.
FlexSim
Acquisition in 2023
FlexSim Software Products, Inc. specializes in developing 3D simulation software solutions aimed at various industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain management. Its flagship product, FlexSim, allows users to model, simulate, and visualize complex systems, enabling businesses to analyze and improve their processes. The software features capabilities for model building, 3D visualization, business analysis, and dashboard analytics, which help optimize operations across sectors such as manufacturing, warehousing, and healthcare. Additionally, FlexSim offers specialized tools like FlexSim Healthcare to enhance patient flow and facility management in medical settings. The company provides consulting, custom development, and training services to support its clients in effectively implementing simulation technology. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Orem, Utah, FlexSim operates internationally through a network of distributors and has additional offices in Canada, Mexico, India, Germany, and China.
UrbanSim
Seed Round in 2016
UrbanSim builds smart city SaaS platforms to help developers, planners, and citizens address hard problems like affordability, access, and resilience. The company employs AI, data science, 3D visualization, and cloud-based simulation. They provide behavioral realism, cost-effectiveness, and policy sensitivity.
Meshmixer
Acquisition in 2011
Meshmixer is a prototype design tool based on high-resolution dynamic triangle meshes.
Blue Ridge Numerics
Acquisition in 2011
Blue Ridge Numerics, Inc. is a company based in Charlottesville, Virginia, specializing in the development and sale of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software. Founded in 1992, the company offers CFdesign, a software solution that allows mechanical engineers to analyze fluid flow and thermal performance during the virtual prototyping process. This software transforms various modeling platforms, such as Autodesk Inventor, CATIA, and SolidWorks, into interactive tools for simulating fluid dynamics and thermal testing. In addition to its software products, Blue Ridge Numerics provides engineering services to support clients in optimizing their designs before physical prototyping. With a presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, the company aims to enhance product design efficiency through advanced simulation capabilities.
Wild Pockets
Acquisition in 2010
Is an end to end solution that supports creators throughout the life cycle of 3D game development. Currently in open beta, Wild Pockets was spun off from the Carnegie Mellon Universityâ€:tm:s Entertainment Technology Center (it was originally named Sim Ops Studio). The service, which is free, describes itself as an "easier way to make 3D games and media for the web-browser." Wild Pockets features a browser-based 3D game engine, file hosting, library of game assets.
Sim Ops Studios
Acquisition in 2010
Sim Ops Studios, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in 3D game development tools. Originating as a spin-off from Carnegie Mellon University, the company is based in Pittsburgh, PA, and is expanding its operations to the San Francisco Bay Area. The team is composed of experienced engineers, designers, and product managers with backgrounds in online entertainment and game development. Sim Ops Studios leverages its unique expertise and research and development experience to create user-friendly platforms for 3D game creation. One of its key innovations is Wild Pockets, a technology platform that allows users to effortlessly create fully interactive and collaborative 3D worlds that operate within web browsers.
ALGOR, Inc. is a software development company founded in 1976 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It specializes in design, analysis, and simulation software tailored for mechanical and civil engineers. The company's solutions serve a variety of industries, including automotive, aerospace, medical, consumer products, military, electric power, petroleum, and large structures. As of January 2009, ALGOR operates as a subsidiary of Autodesk, Inc.
3D Geo
Acquisition in 2008
3D Geo is a developer of advanced 3D urban modeling software that specializes in real-time visualization, management, and distribution of geographic information. Its innovative software solutions enable users to create detailed and accurate 3D representations of urban environments, facilitating better planning and decision-making for various stakeholders. By focusing on enhancing the accessibility and usability of geographic data, 3D Geo aims to improve urban management and development processes.
Ecotect
Acquisition in 2008
ECOTECT is an industry leading building analysis program that allows designers to work easily in 3D and apply all the tools necessary.
Moldflow
Acquisition in 2008
Moldflow, simulation software, now owned by Autodesk, Inc., produces high-end plastic injection molding computer-aided engineering software.
Kynogon
Acquisition in 2008
Kynogon SA is a company that specializes in developing and marketing artificial intelligence software for interactive applications. Founded in 2000 and based in Suresnes, France, with additional offices in Canada and the United Kingdom, Kynogon serves a diverse range of industries, including gaming, defense and security, industrial sectors, simulation, and education. The company focuses on creating innovative solutions that enhance user experiences across these fields. As of 2008, Kynogon operates as a subsidiary of Autodesk, Inc.
PlassoTech
Acquisition in 2007
PlassoTech, is a supplier of analysis and simulation software for the mechanical design market.
NavisWorks
Acquisition in 2007
NavisWorks, Ltd. develops and markets software to enable the exploitation of the benefits of 3D digital.