In order to take advantage of this new functionality, end-users of DRX-compatible host products — available from ODA members — can download the DRX SDK from www.opendesign.com and use it to create their own custom DRX extension modules.  The DRX SDK already operates with DRX-compatible applications currently available from ODA members.

The SDK utilizes an object-oriented C++ interface and provides a wide range of capabilities, allowing end-users to create custom entities and custom commands.  For example, the ODA uses this technology internally to implement walls, roofs, stairs, and more within its ADTdirect architectural package.  These custom entities can be rendered and manipulated within any DRX-compatible host application.

When asked about this latest product release, Neil Peterson, Chief Technical Officer of the ODA, stated, “The release of the DRX SDK is a major milestone for the ODA.  CAD end-users frequently need to create new entity types to represent domain-specific data, and the DRX SDK provides the tools needed to accomplish this task.  In addition, unlike similar packages offered by other companies, DRX extension modules are usable within every DRX-compatible host application available from ODA members."

ODA investment in the development of the new DRX SDK further promotes its long-standing commitment to the open exchange of CAD data, along with its continued commitment to delivering the best service and value to its members and the CAD community.

About the Open Design Alliance

The Open Design Alliance is a non-profit consortium of over 3,000 software developers and users committed to promoting open, industry-standard formats for the exchange of CAD data and CAD legacy data.  The Open Design Alliance creates DWGdirectä, a CAD infrastructure based on the DWG format, and DGNdirectä, a CAD infrastructure based on the DGN format.  The Open Design Alliance also maintains OpenDWG and publishes its file specification.

OpenDWG, DWGdirect, and DGNdirect are either trademarks or registered trademarks of the Open Design Alliance.  Any other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.