The theory of computer supported cooperative work applying in product design

With the emergence of global markets competition and customized products, collaborative product design combining computer technology has been applied to a certain extent. This paper discusses the background and definition of computer supported collaborative design of products, summed up several typical patterns of co-design according to its main content and basic characteristics and have made an in-depth analysis, finally expatiates on the application and development prospects of computer supported collaborate design products to promote its further use in China.