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KediCAD

CAD, CAM and FEA software for Linux, available in 2D and 3D versions.

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KediCAD is CAD, CAM and FEA software for Linux, developed on GAMBAS3. It is offered in two versions: KediCAD2B for two-dimensional work and KediCAD3B for three-dimensional work. The software is described as free but not open source, and an English version is available.

KediCAD2B supports DXF open and save operations, visualization, and G-code generation, with Z88 support for FEA. KediCAD3B is described as OpenGL-based. The site also lists macro and CAE-related pages. The software is available for download, and the site includes installation instructions and a history page.

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