Hi Benjamin,
3D CAD Software will include a Life Cycle Assessment as part of the programme, so you don't need to get an extra piece of software. See for example Solid Works's Sustainability:
http://www.solidworks.com/sustainability/frequently-asked-questions.htm
It's accuracy is estimated at only +/-20%, so it only offers estimates.
cheers
edgar rodríguez
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Sent: Wednesday, 3 February 2010 6:27 a.m.
1, Could anybody recommend software or a database that helps one
assess the environmental impact of a product design, or/or different
materials used in product design? The LCA (life cycle assessment)
software I can find is focused on buildings.
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