To start the process, with the desired part model open, select Shape Generator from the 3D Model ribbon tab. The process of Shape Generation follows the typical FEA process… The result is a 3D mesh, which you can reference back into your model to refine your design. You specify the boundary conditions, the loads, and the target and it figures out how to remove or deform the material to hit the target. Shape Generation is a conceptual design tool that relies on finite element methods to optimize material for a defined set of criteria. It’s the future of true ‘computer-aided’ design” “This release is more than just an update.
To read more about Autodesk’s path to introducing Shape Generation, take a look at my recent article “The more things change: Generative Design”Īccording to Autodesk, Inventor is the first product to offer Shape Generation inside the CAD application. There is a potential here for any industry using Inventor.
The Shape Generator was a real “ah-ha” moment for me in that I realized that topology optimization wasn’t just for 3D printing and plastics. Shape Generation to build structurally efficient parts.ForceEffect integration for upfront concept engineering.
This update provides new tools and features to Inventor’s already extensive “ Professional Grade” toolkit.īy claiming Inventor is Professional Grade, Autodesk is aiming to have it be an “ end-to-end product development environment.” Part of the reason they are able to accomplish this is by leveraging technology from other products in their ever-growing product portfolio. R2 contains three main “buckets” of enhancements: As per John’s recent post (“ Inventor: October Update and Move Away from Annual Releases“), subscription customers are in for a treat with the availability of what I like to call the R2 Subscription Bonus Pack.
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