Autodesk CAD, CAM, and CAE Solutions can be applied to the design and manufacture of high-quality molds to produce visually and dimensionally correct plastic parts at minimum cycle time. Moldflow tools ensure optimum mold design based on such considerations as best feed and cooling system placement and sizing. Designing molds for balanced and easy cavity filling will reduce mold stresses and extend mold life. Autodesk CAM tools, from Delcam, facilitate efficient design and manufacture of precision molds using subtractive and additive methods. Additive methods (also known as 3D printing) enable the manufacture of innovative, complex, and lighter-weight components in various applications. Netfabb tools can automatically generate lighter-weight designs, and then optimize component orientation, deflections, and supports to make the additive manufacturing process successful. This class will show the workflow utilizing the Moldflow, CAM, and Netfabb software systems to ensure right-first-time manufacturing.

This class will work through the process of using Simulation CFD software and Simulation Mechanical software to generate engineering data throughout the product development process in order to optimize the design. You will discover that you don't need to be an analyst or expert in finite element analysis (FEA) or computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to use the Simulation software as many engineers still believe today. We will walk through the entire process of setting up and running simulations that examine how the effects of wind may directly affect mechanical properties, performance, and product design.

Participants will learn how to use Revit software as a powerful and rapid geometry creation tool. As energy analysts and mechanical engineers, we often require multiple energy analysis programs to produce energy performance models, compliance models for Title 24 and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), load calculation models, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) models. We can save significant time and money by using Revit software to create a single analytical model that we can export to various programs, including Simulation CFD software, eQUEST, energyPRO software, Trane's TRACE software, Integrated Environmental Solutions Ltd.'s Virtual Environment software, and California's new CBECC-Com software. This class will provide a detailed workflow for creating the geometry and exporting to the various programs, and you will discover tips and tricks to help troubleshoot and control the quality of your mechanical, electrical, and plumbing designs.

Commercially available simulation software was used to study the effect of processing conditions on the structural performance of glass-fiber-reinforced polypropylene. Processing conditions such as gate locations were used to evaluate the subsequent change in glass fiber orientation and its effect on structural performance of a demonstrative part. Results show that processing conditions play a critical role in the success of a structural composite and must be considered foremost in the design process.

This class will discuss different approaches to injection molding simulations with  Moldflow Insight software. Individual users have been given a problem to solve using Moldflow software. We will present their approaches, and then we will compare and contrast the different approaches. Analyisto e analyisto— it’s a showdown you don’t want to miss. Get ready to rumble!

The Studio Wind Tunnel Project will bring simulation insight and guidance to the automotive design community. With seamless integration into existing design pipelines, fully automated virtual wind-tunnel analysis will enable studios to assess performance criteria, visualize airflow, and make informed design decisions at any stage of development. Designed to provide reliable and consistent insight, the Studio Wind Tunnel Project solves traditional challenges associated with vehicle aerodynamic simulation.

Providing precise and reliable management of inspection details is only a part of the construction inspection process. It is also essential to be able to visualize and manage access to the inspection records. In this class we will show how you can minimize risk by using Infrastructure Map Server software and BIM 360 Glue software to have reliable, searchable inspection data that is readily available in an easy-to-use, web-based system. The Pre and Post Facility Condition Inspection System will manage all aspects of the condition of infrastructure within a certain distance of the construction corridor; and it will do so in a database that provides time-bound, consistent, reliable, auditable, and secure access to a set of data elements that are located using GPS location—and by reference to the appropriate construction corridor feature. Through out the class we will cover the features of the system, such as how it captures the details of the inspection and maintains reliability. We will also discuss the tools that are included to suit the needs of various stakeholders.

This discussion will feature a panel of thought leaders involved in shaping the future of development and application of Simulation software. They have been invited to share their thoughts on Simulation software 's role in the Future of Making Things.

This class is an overview of the vibration analysis capabilities in Autodesk, Inc.’s, Simulation software products.

Many services such as Facebook, GitHub, and Google have already deployed OAuth 2.0 servers. The OAuth 2.0 spec leaves many decisions up to the implementer. Instead of describing the possible decisions that need to be made to successfully implement OAuth 2.0, this lecture will explain most of the appropriate decisions to make for most implementations. This lecture is an attempt to explain OAuth 2.0 in a simplified format to help developers and service providers implement the protocol. Attendees will also discover how they can use other people's OAuth servers instead of implementing their own.

Thousands of engineers around the world are making better design decisions using the simulation tools in Inventor Pro. As success and comfort levels increase, engineers need to look beyond the limited questions that can be asked of this linear static solution to truly understand and respond to the demands of innovation. Autodesk Nastran In-CAD brings advanced analysis techniques to the Inventor platform allowing engineers to explore nonlinear, vibratory, buckling and other behaviors or failure conditions within the context of an interactive design and modeling session. Attendees of this workshop will be taught to recognize the need for these solutions and how to take their Inventor digital prototypes thru advanced tests. Additionally, they will be introduced to the inputs required and the outputs produced so more exacting and precise engineering decisions can be made.

In this class we will highlight Autodesk Nastran in-CAD software and review how to set up and solve linear and nonlinear simulations using this new tool.

Technology changes dramatically every year, especially in just the last few months of 2014, resulting in significant improvements for users of AutoCAD, Revit, Inventor, 3ds Max, Maya, Showcase, Civil 3D, Autodesk Simulation and more, but only if you know what to choose and why. Learn important tips and tricks on processor selection, graphics card selection, memory, disks drives, monitors, mobile workstations, new usability features and more. This class will help you understand the most recent technology changes, and how to make your configuration choices to get the best performance for what you are willing to spend. We will cover performance data as well as tips for proper set up. This course is geared for a beginner to intermediate level, and you just might see technologies you didn't know existed.

To produce high-quality surface finishes for plastic parts with low production costs, automotive suppliers require flash heating of the mold. Induction heating uses high-frequency electricity to heat electrically conductive materials from within the mold. Autodesk, Inc., has teamed with RocTool (the foremost technology provider of induction heating equipment) to simulate this process. This presentation describes the theory, challenges, and 3D finite element solution of the Maxwell electromagnetic field equations. Finally an excellent correlation was achieved with validation data provided by RocTool.

We will examine the classification feature in depth. In particular looking at creation of a classification hierarchy, class-dependent fields, and classification use in the workspace.

In this class we will go over how to find and fix problem CAD geometry to get a successful mesh. We will also highlight some of the advanced meshing tools within Simulation Mechanical software.

In this session you’ll have the opportunity to take the  Moldflow Insight  and  Moldflow Insight Professional level certifications. You will also have the opportunity to discuss your use of Moldflow Insight software with expert Moldflow Insight software trainers.

Have you heard about Simulation CFD software? Do you want to see how easy it is to get started? Would you like to play with a new software system? Come on down to the hands-on lab. Pick which scenario you want to explore, whether it is electronics cooling, airflow in a room, or wind loading on a structure. Choose what type of results you are interested in. Explore and learn.

Learn how to use Inventor software to create lightweight versions of your part design. We will have a hands-on lab and you will have time at the end to provide feedback to the Development Team.

The Simulation workspace in Fusion 360 software has been evolving at a rapid pace. In this hands-on lab, you’ll get experience setting up and solving all of the study types in Fusion 360. If you’re new to Fusion 360, this will be a great opportunity to see all that the Simulation workspace has to offer. If you are new to Simulation, this will be a great opportunity for you to see how easy it is to start improving your designs.