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Techniplas: Combining Additive Manufacturing (AM), Generative Design, and AI to Explore Lightweighting

May 9, 2019 · In partnership with generative design software maker Paramatters, Techniplas offers free browser-based manufacturing portal to attract lightweighting projects

ParaMatters Upgrades its Generative, Autonomous Design and Lightweighting Software

April 30, 2019 · CogniCAD 2.1 autonomous topology optimizer for lightweighting offers enhanced variety of loading conditions, optimization of build orientation. It also features an intuitive, simple user interface that works autonomously and instantly.

LIFT Announces New Phase of “Fast Forge” Technology Project Opportunities

April 12, 2019 · Small and large organizations can submit project ideas designed to develop new technologies in short period of time.

Generative Design Calculator Assists in Better Technology-Based Decision-Making

April 2, 2019 · The Generative Design Total Lifetime Value Calculator enables ABI Research Industrial Solution clients to plan and compare the best strategies for deploying generative design.

Trust, Technology and Being Human

April 1, 2019 · An engineering workflow needs to take human nature and the pros and cons of software recommendations into account.

Manufacturing Awareness Signals a New Phase in Generative Design

March 1, 2019 · Migrating from theoretically optimal topology to manufacturable shapes, generative design technology shows signs of maturity.

Engineering Girl Power Unleashed on Prosthetic Redesign

February 27, 2019 · High school senior creates a lightweight, 3D-printed prosthetic foot for war vet showcasing how K-12 can nurture STEM path for female talent.

Aras Teams up with VCollab to Boost Management of Simulation Results 

February 12, 2019 · Aras will use the VCollab technology in Simulation Process & Data Management (SPDM) processes across the lifecycle. 

Altair Issues Global Call for Submissions for 2019 Altair Enlighten Award

February 8, 2019 · Automotive industry’s award is dedicated to vehicle lightweighting in four categories; Full Vehicle, Module, Enabling Technology and The Future of Lightweighting.

Engineering Productivity to Drive Generative Design to More Than 16 million Users by 2030

February 1, 2019 · The automotive industry represents the largest opportunity globally with US$18.5 billion in generative design software revenues forecasted for 2030, but the largest industry differs from country to country.

Biomimicry Inspires Lightweight Lattice Design

January 1, 2019 · The combination of nature and new topology optimization and simulation tools serves up a powerful approach to achieving lightweighting design goals.

Technology Focus: Designing for Optimization & Simulation

December 18, 2018 · Simulation is pervasive, with people from different departments and backgrounds discovering new ways to put it to use, in all of its varied forms.

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Break through Barriers with Generative Design

December 1, 2018 · Innovation vs productivity. Design vs manufacturing. Increased competition. Can emerging technology save the day?

Artificial Intelligence Beyond the Hype

December 1, 2018 · Advancements in computing and research are making AI applications much more feasible.

Renishaw Extends Paramatters Collaboration

November 26, 2018 · The joint partnership is focused on optimized lightweighting and automation of metal additive manufacturing.

HP Boosts 3D Printing Mass Production

November 26, 2018 · HP announces new customers RecTech 3D and GE Transportation; new applications by BMW, Volkswagen, and others; first HP Jet Fusion 3D 300 / 500 Series customers; collaborates with Autodesk on design-for-3D to lead in digital manufacturing.

Frustum Acquisition to Add Generative Design Muscle to PTC Creo

November 20, 2018 · Slated to debut in future versions of the PTC Creo CAD tool, Frustum's AI-based generative design capabilities will make it easier for engineers to innovate product breakthroughs.

AU 2018: Fusing Generative Design with Manufacturing Constraints

November 20, 2018 · At company's annual user conference, Autodesk executives reveals efforts to bring manufacturing awareness to the AI-like generative design software.

Generative Design Challenges Old Paradigms from the Parametric Era

November 12, 2018 · The genesis of generative design can be traced back to simulation software, with topology optimization as the intermediary evolutionary step. Generative design software uses time-tested structural, fluid and thermal simulation technologies; however, instead of asking the user to provide the target geometry, generative design software suggests and recommends appropriate geometry or topology based on user input.

Shift Left to Get Ready for AI

November 1, 2018 · When a project shifts left, it involves other resources much earlier in the project, to test the user experience, functionality, connection to other apps and everything else that encompasses making that piece of software hum.


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