# Summary of #hplusroadmap IRC Log (June 27, 2010)

* Users discussed Autodesk's web development tools, including their AJAX 2D DXF suite for drawing floorplans and a 2D to 3D conversion tool, noting Autodesk's significant position in the CAD software industry.

* The history of CAD software was explored, including SolidWorks' market position (3.4 million engineers using it worldwide), revenue figures, and the evolution of 3D modeling kernels (build1, build2, romulus, parasolid, ACIS).

* A "Nanosystems" reading group was announced to be meeting in NYC, indicating ongoing interest in molecular manufacturing concepts from Drexler's work.

* Historical context of transhumanist media was shared, including early 1990s publications like "Singularity" (described as "The Zine for Hip Geeks") and "Boing-Boing" (which cost $10 for 4 issues and covered "comix, Cyberpunk, Brain Toys").

* A user shared FDA regulatory analysis showing cost-benefit disparities, noting regulations costing $132 million per life saved when studies suggested individuals valued risk reduction at $1.7-3.3 million per life.

* The conversation revealed historical connections between transhumanist publications, with Singularity magazine playing an important role in the history of the Extropians mailing list through a chain of cross-publication advertising.