Join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion that dives into the pivotal role of discrete event simulation in modern factory design. Our expert panelists will explore how this technology is transforming the way organizations visualize, analyze, and optimize their production processes. Simulation offers invaluable insights by modeling complex factory operations, allowing users to identify potential bottlenecks, balance resource use, and discover opportunities for increased efficiency and productivity. Our speakers will share their valuable experiences in using tools like FlexSim, revealing how simulation can be used to validate factory layout designs and throughput, its potential in creating digital twins of production environments, and the future of factory design. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the transformative potential of discrete event simulation in factory design.

This abstract outlines the development of an MSC add-in for Autodesk's Fusion 360, aimed at elevating productivity and efficiency for metalworking manufacturers by integrating advanced digital solutions that embody Industry 4.0 innovations while embracing Industry 5.0's focus on human centricity, sustainability, and supply chain resilience. The platform features advanced simulation and predictive machining tools for optimal tool selection and process parameters, using MSC's proprietary data to enhance operational forecasts. It seamlessly integrates with Fusion 360 for streamlined process planning and analysis, creating a unified manufacturing experience. Additionally, the add-in offers robust data analytics to generate actionable insights, improving productivity, tool performance, and operational efficiency. This initiative represents a transformative approach to manufacturing, combining technological advancements with a commitment to sustainable, people-focused processes.

Step into the future of design with our class on using point clouds to create segmented meshes, transforming them into powerful design elements that can be extracted using only the data you need. Leave behind the tedious method of 2D planning, and begin using more-immersive and clear 3D factory images, taking all the guesswork out of layout design. Imagine scanning facility backgrounds and production equipment without existing models, and effortlessly converting those scans into usable layout and design elements. Welcome to the world of ReCap 2026 software—where your scans become fully used assets. This revolutionary tool enables you to transform large point clouds into local segmented meshes, extracting only the design elements you need. With ReCap 2026 as your guide, you'll learn to how to conduct quick design reviews capturing existing conditions, create factory layouts, or transform your meshes in layout assets. Use these meshes to get quick clash-able results on your layout proposals.

Experience the next leap in creative and engineering productivity as we dive into the cutting-edge capabilities of professional GPUs—specifically the NVIDIA RTX PRO series—integrated within Dell Pro Max laptops and tower workstations. This 30-minute session will illuminate how these advancements in both hardware and GPU architecture are transforming the performance and workflow possibilities for Autodesk users. Discover the tangible benefits of deploying the newest generation of Dell Pro Max PCs, equipped with next-gen NVIDIA RTX PRO GPUs, for tasks ranging from real-time visualization to large-scale simulation and AI-driven design. Learn why the GPU, now more than ever, serves as a foundational tool for parallel computing—enabling faster simulation, accelerated AI development, and seamless inference, all within the familiar Autodesk ecosystem.

As the design and engineering world rapidly evolves, professionals need tools that deliver both power and reliability. In this 30-minute session, discover how Dell Pro Max laptops and workstations set new benchmarks for productivity, and how Dell Pro Rugged devices bring robust digital workflows to the field. We’ll also spotlight the role of the newest Intel(R) CoreTM Ultra processors—designed to drive the majority of Autodesk workflows with exceptional speed and efficiency. For users tackling large-scale simulations and advanced visualization tasks, discover how Intel(R) Xeon (R) processors deliver scalable performance and robust reliability. Learn how this combination of cutting-edge processors and tested, optimized architectures empower you to take on the most demanding projects, wherever your work leads.

Point cloud scanning is no longer just a validation tool—it’s a core part of how we design, install, and document automated manufacturing systems. In this session, we’ll walk through how our team uses the Leica BLK360 scanner to capture real-world context at every stage of a project. From scanning existing facilities for layout integration to scanning at FATs, construction sites, or even completed lines for record set drawings, 3D scanning has become key to identifying conflicts early, creating mesh-based equipment models, and aligning installations with design intent. Learn how portable scanning and tools like ReCap software and Cintoo help streamline communication, reduce risk, and improve accuracy across disciplines.

Many manufacturing companies have design engineering teams that are already "digitally mature." However, this is just a small part of the business when we consider every other function in the process of manufacturing parts. Consider that 70% of projects are still over budget or late, and up to 40% of engineering time is spent looking for the right files or information. This class will look at how customers are using tools—such as FlexSim, Autodesk Fusion Manage Extension, and Autodesk Fusion Operations—connected together to break down silos between departments, have change control over manufacturing BOMs and process definitions, and predict production issues before they arise. We will show how accurate simulation models based on real-world data can ensure projects remain on time and budget. And we’ll show how a connected data platform and change management platform can ensure data is well connected, reducing the time spent finding the right data.

Discover how simulation and AI are transforming engineering in the built environment. This session explores how simulation-generated data powers AI, how digital engineering practices enable scale, and how strategic partnerships are accelerating adoption. Learn how to move from reactive workflows to intelligent, AI-driven design—while addressing real-world challenges like cost, safety, Sustainable Design, and performance uncertainty. Ideal for AEC professionals, engineers, and innovation leaders looking to apply AI in practical, scalable ways.

In the summer of 2023, Cleveland, Ohio, faced extreme convective storms that caused localized flooding due to intense rainfall overwhelming catch basins. However, a catchment flood model simulation showed no flooding, highlighting the model’s failure to capture surface water. To address catchment model limitations, Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District (NEORSD) partnered with MIT to develop a regional, 2D, ICM model. This research develops a scalable, data-driven, pluvial flood model using a 2D, rain-on-mesh, ICM hydrodynamic model with detailed urban textures. The ICM model findings accurately replicated observed flood locations. High-resolution model validation is key, supported by advances in sensors, monitoring, and crowd-sourced data (though often underused). NEORSD and the City of Cambridge (Massachusetts) offer rich data sets. This presentation will showcase a novel validation framework integrating remote sensing and real-time data, applied to a city-scale, high-resolution flood model in Cleveland and Cambridge in collaboration with local agencies.

Exceptional construction starts with clarity—clear communication, fewer points of contact, and a streamlined, client-centered experience. Our Operations Driven Design approach builds on that foundation, applying AI and machine learning to performance data captured from satellites, sensors, building systems, and more. From space to site, we translate complex data into actionable insights—informing 3D Digital Prototyping models, AR visualizations, simulations, and environmental trend analysis. This enables smarter planning, climate-resilient strategies, and optimized operations before ground is ever broken. Whether the project is infrastructure, vertical construction, or site development, we bring precision and foresight to every phase. The result? Data-rich design. Predictable performance. A better experience from start to Operations.

Cerro Corá Station is not a typical engineering project. It’s a 50-meter-deep and 50-meter-diameter cylindrical subway station, designed to accommodate two future subway lines intersecting within a single structural volume. The central structural element? A massive cylindrical retaining wall with four large structural openings—a challenge for any engineer aiming to maintain analytical accuracy and performance. Manually modeling such a structure analytically is time-consuming and a potential source of serious design errors. To overcome this, we developed a complete automated and interoperable workflow that begins with the physical geometry in Revit software, uses custom Dynamo routines to generate the analytical model—including the segmental wall with its four massive openings—and seamlessly transfers everything into Robot Structural Analysis 2025 software for structural analysis and verification.

In this session, we will unveil the future of building design and energy modeling with the next generation of Trane TRACE, integrated with Revit software. This session is designed for engineers, architects, and industry professionals who are eager to stay ahead of the curve with advanced tools that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration in building projects. Discover the latest advancements in Trane TRACE, the premier energy modeling software, designed to provide more-accurate and comprehensive analysis for HVAC system design and building performance. We’ll highlight features that include advanced simulation options, improved load calculation methods, and enhanced reporting tools. Get an exclusive preview of our product road map, highlighting upcoming features and enhancements that will further elevate your design and analysis capabilities. Learn about our commitment to continuous improvement and how we plan to incorporate user feedback into future updates.

This talk explores Zaha Hadid Architects’ human-centred design methodology, shaped by behavioural insight, immersive tools, and real-time collaboration. Projects begin with client profiling and spatial scenario testing, using AI, VR, and procedural design to explore preferences for openness, privacy, and atmosphere. The design workflow integrates Autodesk tools such as Revit for BIM and Maya for sculptural modelling, coordinated through NVIDIA Omniverse to maintain real-time design and performance feedback across disciplines. As projects evolve, materials, engineering systems, and fabrication strategies are layered into a cohesive, experience-driven architecture. Communication remains immersive and participatory, using 360° views and simulation tools to keep stakeholders involved. The talk reframes architecture as an adaptive, user-driven system — scalable, precise, and powered by technologies that connect emotion, performance, and spatial intelligence.

With the retirement of Autodesk Insight software, the new Autodesk Next Generation Insight software brings unprecedented clarity to operational and embodied carbon in a single cloud-based platform—at no additional cost to Revit subscribers. This session will explore how this new toolset changes the way we model and analyze building performance. You’ll learn how to create an accurate energy analysis model (EAM), define HVAC systems, and manage carbon benchmarks across both embodied and operational carbon dimensions. The talk will highlight critical workflow updates, new metrics, and best practices that allow designers and engineers to make data-informed Sustainable Design decisions earlier and more confidently in their project timeline. Next Generation Insight represents not just an upgrade, but a whole new way of thinking about carbon in the BIM workflow.

Artificial Intelligence are transforming sustainable design in the AEC—not just by assisting, but by accelerating and automating core environmental analysis tasks. Today, bespoke machine learning models can simulate complex climate factors like solar exposure, lighting performance, wind comfort, and embodied carbon with unprecedented speed—cutting simulation times by up to 99% compared to traditional methods. These AI-driven tools allow teams to run high-fidelity analyses in real time, enabling rapid iteration and better design outcomes from the earliest project stages. We’ll also look at how generative tools and intelligent code assistants are offering informed suggestions—optimizing building performance, ensuring code compliance, and integrating Sustainable Design seamlessly into daily workflows. Real-world case studies will highlight how these technologies are driving a fundamental shift toward smarter, greener, and faster decision-making across the AEC industry

How can urban design decisions shape the livability and resilience of communities? This session explores how Autodesk Forma can simulate and optimize environmental factors such as daylight access, green space integration, and the role of vegetation in reducing heat and noise. Attendees will learn how to create and compare design scenarios to visualize the environmental impacts of human-centric planning while integrating data overlays for deeper insights. By combining AI-powered tools with innovative workflows, this session highlights how technology can unlock new possibilities for designing communities that thrive in the face of climate and urbanization challenges.

Designing a drone is more than just assembling parts—it’s about bringing together electronics, mechanics, and performance into one seamless system. In this session, we will explore how to create a fully functional mechatronic drone using the all-in-one capabilities of Autodesk Fusion software. You’ll learn how to integrate a complete 3D mechanical assembly, and run simulations to validate both thermal performance and structural integrity. Whether you’re an engineer, product designer, or educator, this session will show you how to take your ideas from circuit to sky with efficiency, precision, and confidence.

Explore how you can use artificial intelligence (AI) to extend the reach and accessibility of catchment-specific machine learning (ML) in InfoWorks ICM software without sacrificing hydraulic fidelity. This session will introduce the concept of training surrogate ML models on local InfoWorks ICM simulations to predict flows at key locations across a catchment. You’ll learn how Autodesk is generating and deploying these surrogates to quickly forecast system performance without computationally expensive simulations. The approach offers a new way to support rapid scenario testing, stakeholder engagement, and real-time operational insight without hurting a hydraulic equation. The session will present a practical framework for integrating AI in a way that empowers more users and accelerates insights.

In this hands-on lab, you will hear a real-life story of an architect and an engineer collaborating on specific building design. Together, we will walk through the major steps of the structural analysis workflow, and discover the features fostering the most effective use of tools for analytical modeling in Revit. For some steps, we will use customized Dynamo scripts to demonstrate the power of this visual programming tool that enhances the out-of-the-box Revit features with extra capabilities. You’ll learn how to send the analytical model to analysis software, where we will perform some calculations and design checks to experience the modifications of elements. We’ll close the loop by demonstrating the tools for effective version control and changes monitoring to update our Revit model with analysis outcomes and transition the changes from analytical to physical model. This is a full end-to-end workflow flavored with a dose of humor, which we all like and need.

"Revit 2026 introduces powerful new capabilities that transform how MEP designers work. In this session, we’ll explore two major enhancements that give users unprecedented control and flexibility over electrical and mechanical systems. You’ll also learn how to apply Dynamo scripts to automate the task. On the electrical side, we’ll cover the newly introduced user-controllable conductor sizes and cable configuration tools. These updates eliminate long-standing limitations, enabling both imperial and metric workflows with custom logic to automate conductor sizing and assign cables to circuits based on your own standards and rules. On the mechanical side, we’ll showcase a highly requested feature: the ability to override pressure loss coefficients for ducts and pipes. This gives mechanical engineers precise control over pressure drop calculations, ensuring more accurate sizing, balancing, and performance simulations across HVAC and hydronic systems. By the end of this session, attendees will gain insight into how Revit 2026 empowers MEP professionals to create smarter, more adaptable, and globally compliant designs—all from within the native Revit environment. "