What is i-deas software?

I-DEAS (Integrated Design and Engineering Analysis Software) is a computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided engineering (CAE) software package produced by Siemens PLM Software. It is used for product design, analysis, and simulation. I-DEAS combines 3D modeling, NC machining, design validation, and data management in a single software package. It was first released in 1982 under the name Design Version 1 (DV1) and has since gone through several iterations and updates. In 2007, the software was integrated into Siemens' NX software package as a module called "NX I-DEAS". The software is primarily used in the automotive, aerospace, and industrial machinery industries.