You can use a direct translator from Elysium, Inc., to import files into ABAQUS/CAE that were created by the following CAD software:

For information about the versions of the CAD software supported by the direct translators from Elysium, see the Geometry Import page on the ABAQUS web site. For information about obtaining licenses for the Elysium direct translator, contact your local ABAQUS sales office.

In addition, you can import a part into ABAQUS/CAE using the Elysium Neutral File format. ABAQUS provides a translator plug-in from Elysium that will generate a geometry file using the Elysium Neutral File format. The plug-in is available for the following products:

For information about obtaining the translator plug-ins and for information about the versions of CATIA V5, I-DEAS, and Pro/ENGINEER supported by the plug-ins, see the Geometry Import page on the ABAQUS web site.