Alias Systems Corporation

Alias Systems Corporation was a Canadian software company, formerly known as Alias Research, focused on professional 3D computer graphics and digital content creation software. It became widely known for products such as Maya and StudioTools, which were used in areas including animation, visual effects, game development, industrial design, and other professional 3D production workflows. Alias was an established name in the professional computer graphics software market. Autodesk announced its acquisition of Alias Systems Corporation in 2005. Following the transaction, Alias products and technologies were incorporated into Autodesk's product portfolio, and the company ceased operating as an independent business.

Alias Systems Corporation originated as Alias Research, founded in 1983, and focused on professional computer graphics and 3D software. As demand grew for 3D animation, visual effects, and industrial design tools, the company developed a portfolio for professional creators. Maya became one of its best-known products, while StudioTools addressed industrial design and related 3D modeling workflows. Autodesk acquired Alias Systems Corporation in 2005. After the acquisition, Alias's key software and technologies were integrated into Autodesk's product portfolio, ending the company's operation as an independent business.

• 2005

  Acquired by Autodesk

  Autodesk acquired Alias Systems Corporation, and its software and related technologies were subsequently integrated into Autodesk's product lineup.

• 1983

  Company founded

  Alias Research, the predecessor of Alias Systems Corporation, was founded and began developing professional computer graphics software.

A developer of 3D graphics and digital content creation software for professional users in film and television animation, visual effects, game development, and industrial design.

• 3D computer graphics software

  Maya

  Maya was Alias's professional 3D computer graphics software for animation, visual effects, game development, and digital content creation. It became one of the company's best-known products and was later incorporated into Autodesk's portfolio.

• industrial design and 3D modeling software

  StudioTools

  StudioTools was Alias's professional software for industrial design and related 3D modeling workflows, serving designers and engineering-oriented design processes.