Jim Byrne
Jim is dedicated to the success of our customers who use our technology to design, validate, and manage their intellectual property. He has over 20 years of experience demonstrating and implementing software solutions.
This article introduces the principles of structural buckling, explains how instability arises under compressive loads, and explores linear versus nonlinear analysis methods. It then highlights how Autodesk Nastran enables detailed buckling simulations within the design workflow, helping engineers identify failure risks and improve performance before physical testing. Buckling is one of the most sudden and…
Design & Engineering
Inventor 2026.2 is another great point release with several enhancements across the board for sketching, part and assembly modeling, and drawings. Thank you again to everyone who contributed their ideas and feedback for all three of our major releases for Inventor 2026. Assembly enhancements Place and Insert command With Inventor 2026.2, assembling components just became…
Autodesk Inventor
Explore the benefits of model-based definition (MBD), its benefits across manufacturing, and how Autodesk solutions can help. For more than a century, 2D engineering drawings were the universal language of manufacturing. They captured dimensions, materials, and tolerances, serving as the primary reference for turning product concepts into physical parts. As manufacturing technologies and product complexity…
Design & Engineering
We are excited to announce a major release of Autodesk Desktop Connector for Fusion. If you are new to this technology, then you came to the right place. We will explain what it is used for and cover all of the enhancements. There will also be resources at the end of this article that will…
Industry Cloud for Manufacturing
How is data stored in Fusion? Autodesk Fusion combines CAD, CAM, CAE, and PCB into a single, integrated cloud software platform. Fusion combines fast and easy organic modeling with precise solid modeling, so you can go from design to manufacturing, seamlessly. At a high level, Fusion provides one shared place for you and your team…
Design & Engineering
JIT tools significantly enhance manufacturing efficiency by automating and optimizing tasks. Autodesk’s Inventor, Vault, and Factory Design Utilities aid in improving production processes and workflows. Are increasing manufacturing inefficiencies giving you a headache? Just-in-time (JIT) tools can streamline and automate tasks, greatly enhancing manufacturing efficiency. Let’s explore the uses and benefits of JIT tools, specifically…
Production
Explore the physics behind the Olympic long jump, where speed, takeoff angle, and body mechanics combine in a perfect example of projectile motion. Learn how athletes use science and technique to maximize jump distance and outpace the competition. Track and field events are some of the most watched competitions in the Summer Olympics. The long…
Design & Engineering
iLogic in Autodesk Inventor adds intelligence to models—streamlining workflows and improving productivity without requiring extensive programming knowledge. Autodesk Inventor iLogic is a powerful tool that enhances your design process by automating repetitive tasks, improving consistency, and increasing productivity. iLogic in Inventor lets you create rules that automatically update iProperties, replace components, and modify assemblies without…
Autodesk Inventor
If you’re an engineer or designer who happens to own a Mac, then you might be surprised to learn just how simple it is to run Autodesk Inventor on a Macbook or other similar primarily MacOS-based device. Inventor on Mac Being an engineer and designer myself who has more of a hankering for the visual…
Autodesk Inventor
Join an exclusive gathering of industry leaders and executive decision-makers at the EMEA Digital Factory Virtual Summit—your gateway to the future of manufacturing.DATE: 8 October 2025TIME: 11:30 AM CET | 10:30 AM BSTExplore how cutting-edge digital technologies are transforming factories—boosting throughput, enhancing flexibility, accelerating time to market, and advancing sustainability. This is more than a summit; it’s…
Autodesk Factory Design Utilities
Most of you reading this article already know the benefits of designing in 3D. With the 3D model you can quickly create accurate manufacturing drawings, check for interferences in assemblies, run simulations, create toolpaths for CNC, additive manufacturing, and more! The list goes on. You may have AutoCAD drawings of designs that are not yet…
Autodesk Inventor
Learn about machine design and how Autodesk Inventor provides comprehensive tools for optimizing and streamlining these designs. Machine design involves creating and developing mechanical systems to perform specific tasks. This process transforms concepts into detailed blueprints for manufacturing, incorporating scientific principles, technical knowledge, and creativity. It makes sure that machines are functional, reliable, and efficient,…
Design & Engineering