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Generative Design Challenges Old Paradigms from the Parametric Era

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;…

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.

Autodesk Netfabb 2019 Released

July 25, 2018 · Simulation and latticing features updated; multiple productivity enhancements.

Autodesk Netfabb 2019 Enhanced by Simulation and Latticing Features

July 19, 2018 · Netfabb simulation uses a multi-scale modeling approach.

Autodesk and America Makes Held Event to Promote Design for Additive Manufacturing

October 3, 2017 · Additive manufacturing still has many gaps to fill to reach maturity. Part of the evolution may be the development of AM-aware simulation tools and design programs.

Big Business Gets Additive Manufacturing

May 1, 2017 · The latest firsts in 3D printing are emerging out of R&D labs and being made by big businesses.

The Race is On to Fill the AM Gap

October 24, 2016 ·

Autodesk Unveils Netfabb 2017

October 13, 2016 · Autodesk has released Netfabb 2017 with new simulation and optimization features.

Autodesk to Acquire netfabb

September 24, 2015 · The transaction also includes plans to collaborate with FIT AG.

Microsoft, netfabb Partner

September 3, 2015 · The companies are offering a cloud service for 3D print model repair and preparation.

netfabb Adds Automatic Support Generation

July 23, 2015 · The company's flagship platform can now add lattices and structures into additive manufacturing parts.

3 Approaches to Lightweighting

January 1, 2015 · Get a close-up look at optimizing mass with solidThinking, netfabb and Autodesk design tools.

netfabb Professional 5.1.1. Update Available

April 21, 2014 · Includes improved part labeling, cutting with tolerances.

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