The process starts with PDF files of guitar designs, which are imported into AutoCAD. These are correctly scaled and once the shape of the guitar body is finalised, the new shape is imported into Inventor. The new shape is overlayed onto an AnyCAD model in Inventor and then modified to suit the new design. The electro components are positioned into the guitar body and virtually wired. Some drawing verification is done to ensure that everything is the right size, as the guitar needs to sound right, then renderings are done in Inventor. A nesting study is then run to optimise material usage for a future production run. A CNC study will also be created for future manufacturing runs. The prototype will be built with hand tools. Next I show how to create templates for building the guitar body in AutoCAD. In this instance, 1:1 layouts are printed out and then used to cut solid oak to size. Additional templates for the pockets are also created.

This session is designed to help improve your Inventor workflows. I'll share tips for boosting the performance of your current Inventor workstation. I'll cover best practices for speeding up your general design workflows, including optimising template files and improving your design workflows within Inventor. I'll also share custom iLogic rules to help speed up common everyday tasks. I'll also share some of the less obvious tips, tricks, and features, as well as other productivity tips and workflows learned from thousands of support tickets and years of Inventor use. New and experienced users alike will learn from this session.

In this class, I run through the pros and cons and workflows for creating simulations in all 3 of the Inventor Professional software simulation tools. I highlight which tool is best to use and when, while also explaining the differences and comparing the results.

AI-powered Drawing Automation software is here! If you're an Autodesk Fusion subscriber, you already have access to it. This class will show you how to get the most out of Drawing Automation. We'll share tips on best practices, including how to optimize your templates and presets for maximum efficiency. Meet the team behind Drawing Automation. This is a great opportunity to share your experiences and feature requests, and to learn about our upcoming Drawing Automation road map. The class will be more than just a guide; it'll be an interactive session to explore, learn, and influence the future of Drawing Automation. Whether you're a seasoned professional, a curious beginner, or simply a tech enthusiast, this class promises to be an enriching experience. Join us to explore, learn, and influence the future of Drawing Automation. Step into the future of design with us today!

In this session, the Autodesk Fusion 360 drawings team will run through all the features we’ve added this year, plus share the features we’ve planned for the next few builds. Expect sneak peeks at some working code that’s not yet available to the public, and get a preview of an exciting new project that’s being announced at Autodesk University. There’ll be plenty of time to ask questions and connect with the drawings team.

In this class, we go through the process of completing an Inventor software model ready for use by an MEP engineer, including preparing ducting and pipework on a skid from an Inventor model. We cover detail model simplification and preparation, as well as the various export options to Revit MEP, including parametric versus nonparametric and ways to protect user intellectual property.