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QUICK TIP: Shape Optimization

Arron Magnin
February 22, 2018

For those of you who haven’t had a chance to try one, a shape optimization will provide powerful –and sometimes aggressive- ways to lightweight parts from the simulation workspace. No longer do you need to guess and check with static studies; now you can run one shape optimization and use the results as guidance for removing non-critical material.

In the following video, I’ll run 4 of these studies on the same model, while highlighting the effects of different options, limitations, and give insight to how it works. This will include commentary on why you shouldn’t waste time with a parabolic mesh, how the loads are used, and in the end, I’ll show you some different ways you can use the results and verify the new shape.

Hope this information help the next time you want to lightweight a design!

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Arron Magnin

About the Author: Aaron attended the University of Nevada, Reno, where he obtained a degree in Mechanical Engineering. After a number of years in industry, he found his way into application engineering where he focused on simulation products, technical presentations, training, and technical support. He is currently a technical marketing manager at Autodesk and creates marketing content related to Fusion 360.

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