Altair Inspire: Revolutionizing Simulation-Driven Design with Generative Technology

As we welcome a new year, engineering software developer Altair has announced the release of Inspire 2018, a feature-packed update that takes generative design and simulation to the next level. Through its solidThinking channel partner network and directly to its HyperWorks user community, Altair Inspire is now available for designers and engineers looking to optimize their product development process.

One of the key highlights of this release is the new PolyNURBS Fit Tool, which enables automatic optimization of fit between CAD geometry and generative design results. This means that designers can quickly and easily create complex geometries and optimize them for additive manufacturing, leading to reduced costs, development time, material consumption, and product weight.

Another significant addition is Lattice Analysis, a structural simulation tool that allows users to analyze mixed solid and lattice optimization results. This feature enables designers to visualize simulation results in 3D and export lattice designs in a variety of formats, making it easier to bring complex structures to life.

Altair Inspire 2018 also introduces new overhang shape controls, which enable design for additive manufacturing by helping reduce overhangs and create more self-supporting structures. This feature is particularly useful for designers working with complex geometries or large parts that require minimal support during printing.

In addition, the latest release includes a Load Cases Table in CSV file format, allowing users to view and interactively assign loads to load cases and import/export design loads. This makes it easier to manage and analyze complex loads and forces obtained from motion analysis.

The new release also includes an enhanced dynamic motion feature, which enables designers to easily generate dynamic motion of complex mechanisms and automatically identify contacts, joints, springs, and dampers. This feature is particularly useful for designers working on mechanical systems or complex assemblies.

Altair Inspire 2018 is designed to enhance the concept development process by enabling simulation-driven design to increase product efficiency, strength, and manufacturability. With its powerful and easy-to-use interface, Altair Inspire software has established itself as the industry's leading generative design/topology optimization and rapid simulation solution for design engineers.

Overall, Altair Inspire 2018 is a groundbreaking release that takes generative design to new heights, enabling designers and engineers to create complex structures, optimize designs, and simulate results with unparalleled ease. Whether you're working on aerospace, automotive, or industrial design projects, Altair Inspire 2018 is the perfect tool for optimizing your product development process.

Altair inspire generative