Definition: CAD data as created in its original authoring software format. In general, only the original authoring software format is capable of reading, editing and interpreting native CAD data. (Examples: CREO, CATIA, Autodesk, SolidWorks, etc.) Generally native CAD data is the only format suitable to serve as master technical data. Native CAD data may also serve as authoritative technical data.

Citation: MIL-STD-31000B : DOD Standard Practice Technical Data Packages

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CAD, Data, Master Technical Data, Authoritative Technical Data, Native, Native Format, Neutral, Neutral CAD Data