One of the hottest topics in the world of product design and manufacturing is model-based definition. Otherwise known as ‘MBD’, it saves engineers time and prevents manual error. It’s particularly useful in additive manufacturing, and thanks to advancements in software tools such as Creo 4.0, MBD is now far easier to add to an engineer’s toolkit.
In our image-conscious world, the way something looks is often as important to success as features and functions.
Simulation software enables engineers to apply loads and stresses to designs, to see how they cope with real-world conditions. Simulation of this kind has transformed the product development cycle for many manufacturers and delivers significant value throughout the design process.
These platforms have been available for many years, and you may already use them. But if you’re considering getting exploring the opportunities of simulation, this blog looks at how simulation can benefit the design tasks you undertake every day.
There was a time when product manufacturers had to rely solely on 2D drawings and documentation during the design process. This often resulted in product data becoming inconsistent as it travelled from department to department.
Bad design choices can lead companies to waste both time and money. Even good choices that take a little too long to come out of the design process can lead to costly delays.
A new dashboard is shortly being released in Creo Performance Advisor. The Functional Area Usage dashboard (which you will be able to access in the drop down list at the top ofthe programme) will offer you an overview of functionalities that you are currently using in your enterprise.
Design intent of a CAD model and the logic behind specific design decisions are often documented in numerous locations, including paper notebooks, emails and Excel spreadsheets. But, since this documentation is disconnected from the CAD model, it can easily be lost over time.
More and more, manufacturers are opening their eyes to the possibilities and benefits of PTC Creo Simulate, to understand, identify and resolve design issues early in the design process. In an increasingly competitive market place, manufacturers need to be able to validate product performance, improve quality and reduce costs.
Only a small number of small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) have set up a best-in-class product design environment (Aberdeen research). This means that most organisations simply aren’t prepared or well positioned to handle new challenges as they arise. But there is software out there that can help.
