Design News magazine writes about how Second Life is transforming the way engineers work and design. Because you can script items, movement, and interaction, Second Life engineer modeling can sometimes do more than 3D-CAD systems (for some applications).

From plumbing systems to classroom and learning environment design to the design of hotels and entertainment properties, Second Life offers a platform for new design practices as well as group-participation in design.

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Second Life: A Virtual Universe for Real Engineering