Design & Engineering

  • Introduction to Buckling Analysis: What Every Designer Should Know

    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

  • Essentials of Tolerance Analysis for Modern CAD Workflow

    This article examines the importance of tolerance analysis in ensuring reliable assembly and controlling manufacturing costs for mechanical design. It discusses how Autodesk Inventor Tolerance Analysis integrates with CAD models so engineers can validate dimensional variation and optimize design decisions early in the workflow. Success in product development is a function of both precision and…

    Design & Engineering

  • Inventor 2026.2 What’s New

    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

  • Model-Based Definition (MBD) and The Role it Plays in Modern Manufacturing [Update 2025]

    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

  • Solve Design Inefficiencies by Shifting from 2D to 3D CAD

    Struggling with outdated 2D workflows? Discover how transitioning to 3D design empowers manufacturers to reduce errors, speed up production, and stay competitive with Autodesk’s seamless 2D-to-3D integration. Manufacturing companies face increasing pressure to improve product quality, reduce time-to-market, and streamline production processes. A critical business challenge many manufacturers encounter is the need to evolve from…

    Design & Engineering

  • Desktop Connector for Fusion – What’s New

    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

  • Desktop Connector for Fusion – Best practices guide

    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

  • Unlocking Industrialized Construction with Informed Design in Autodesk Inventor

    Autodesk Informed Design for Inventor allows product managers and engineers to create configurable, manufacturable building product models that seamlessly integrate with architectural workflows, streamlining industrialized construction from design through fabrication. Industrialized construction is transforming the building industry by applying manufacturing principles to accelerate project delivery, enhance quality, and reduce costs. At the heart of this…

    Autodesk Inventor

  • Streamline Title Block Management in Inventor with iLogic Forms

    Optimize your Inventor title blocks easily with iLogic forms. Streamline data entry, maintain CAD standard compliance, and reduce errors with a centralized, easy-to-use interface. Automate title block updates to save time and boost consistency across your projects. Learn how to simplify your workflow today with iLogic. Filling out title blocks in Inventor can often be…

    Autodesk Inventor

  • Enhanced Efficiency with Just-In-Time (JIT) Tools in Manufacturing

    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

  • Rotation Constraints in Inventor

    Learn how to use rotation constraints in Inventor as well as tools like ViewCube, freeform camera rotation, and orbit tool. These techniques ensure precise component movement, enhancing accuracy and functionality in complex assemblies. One common challenge in assemblies is achieving precise degrees of rotation for components. This is where rotation constraints become critical. Adding a…

    Autodesk Inventor

  • The Long Jump: The Science of Projectile Motion Explained

    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