As the world of technology evolves, bringing us new products and new processes, it’s time for a new way to test these items as well. Simulation should become more popular in the future as it allows for greater democratization for users like engineers, better design led by automation and integration, and testing of processes like 3D printing before a company jumps in all the way with a new part or product. Companies like Autodesk and Dassault Systèmes are very involved in seeking to integrate simulate technology in the processes of their customers, and this should continue to progress as users become more versed in the use of the technology and prices continue to come down. Read more at 3DPrint.com: https://3dprint.com/145265/manufactu...lation-future/