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Arcimoto FUV Goes on a Lightweighting Ride
February 19, 2020
Using generative design tools and AM, XponentialWorks helps Arcimoto reduce part sizes to squeeze more performance out of the electric vehicle.
CAASE20: AM-Focused Tracks and Talks in Upcoming Simulation Conference
May 18, 2020
Virtual simulation conference lineup includes trends and practices in generative design, lightweighting, 3D printing, assembly consolidation, lattice design, and more.
Arcimoto FUV Goes on a Lightweighting Ride
February 19, 2020
Using generative design tools and AM, XponentialWorks helps Arcimoto reduce part sizes to squeeze more performance out of the electric vehicle.
Altair Now Accepting Global Submissions for the 8th Annual Enlighten Awards
February 3, 2020
International award showcases innovation in automotive lightweighting.
Material Concerns in a Complex Design World
October 1, 2019
The use of more composite materials, the emergence of generative design approaches, new simulation tools and the adoption of various additive manufacturing (AM) solutions are playing a role in increasing this complexity.
Composite Simulation Grows More Robust
October 1, 2019
Composite performance inseparable from manufacturing process and material design.
3D Printing Isn’t the Death of Die Casting
September 23, 2019
CAASE19 Virtual Conference sessions explores how additive manufacturing can augment existing die casting processes.
Altair Announces 2019 Winners of its Enlighten Award
August 13, 2019
Ferrari, FCA, Material Science Corporation, ZF, Alba Tooling & Engineering Automotive Management Consulting GmbH, csi entwicklungstechnik GmbH take top honors.
Volkswagen Reshapes Classic Microbus with Generative Design
July 16, 2019
VW uses Autodesk Fusion to design the steering wheel, wheel, side mirror arm, and seat support for the new Type 20 concept minivan
XponentialWorks Companies Plan to Launch Products at Rapid+TCT 2019
May 20, 2019
XponentialWorks plans to demonstrate the latest capabilities from Nexa3D, NXT Factory and ParaMatters.
Techniplas: Combining Additive Manufacturing (AM), Generative Design, and AI to Explore Lightweighting
May 9, 2019
In partnership with generative design software maker Paramatters, Techniplas offers free browser-based manufacturing portal to attract lightweighting projects
ParaMatters Upgrades its Generative, Autonomous Design and Lightweighting Software
April 30, 2019
CogniCAD 2.1 autonomous topology optimizer for lightweighting offers enhanced variety of loading conditions, optimization of build orientation. It also features an intuitive, simple user interface that works autonomously and instantly.
LIFT Announces New Phase of “Fast Forge” Technology Project Opportunities
April 12, 2019
Small and large organizations can submit project ideas designed to develop new technologies in short period of time.
CoreTech System Releases Moldex3D R17
April 9, 2019
This new simulation solution is made for smart manufacturing in plastics molding.
LIFT Receives Agreement Extension from U.S. Department of Defense
March 8, 2019
The Detroit-based research and development institute will continue its work, while driving towards a new long-term agreement.
Biomimicry Inspires Lightweight Lattice Design
January 1, 2019
The combination of nature and new topology optimization and simulation tools serves up a powerful approach to achieving lightweighting design goals.



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