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Description

Inventor® Nastran® is a finite element analysis (FEA) tool integrated within CAD software, enabling engineers and analysts to perform a diverse range of studies using various materials. This software provides comprehensive simulation capabilities that encompass both linear and nonlinear stress analysis, dynamic simulations, and heat transfer assessments. It is exclusively accessible through the Product Design & Manufacturing Collection, which includes a suite of powerful tools designed to enhance workflows within Inventor. In addition to advanced simulation features, this collection also offers 5-axis CAM, nesting tools, and access to software like AutoCAD and Fusion 360, ensuring a holistic approach to product design and manufacturing processes. By utilizing Inventor Nastran, professionals can streamline their analysis and improve their design outcomes significantly.

Description

Subjecting your designs to real-world scenarios can significantly enhance product quality while simultaneously minimizing the costs associated with prototyping and physical testing. The SOLIDWORKS® Simulation suite offers a user-friendly collection of structural analysis tools that employ Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to forecast how a product will behave in actual physical conditions by virtually evaluating CAD models. This comprehensive portfolio is equipped with capabilities for both linear and non-linear static and dynamic analyses. With SOLIDWORKS Simulation Professional, you can refine your designs by assessing mechanical resistance, durability, topology, natural frequencies, as well as examining heat transfer and potential buckling issues. Additionally, it facilitates sequential multi-physics simulations to enhance design accuracy. On the other hand, SOLIDWORKS Simulation Premium allows for an in-depth assessment of designs concerning nonlinear and dynamic responses, dynamic loading conditions, and composite materials. This advanced tier also features three specialized studies: Non-Linear Static, Non-Linear Dynamic, and Linear Dynamics, ensuring a thorough evaluation of your engineering projects. By leveraging these powerful tools, engineers can achieve greater design confidence and innovation.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

AWS Secrets Manager Yes 
Autodesk PD&M Collection Yes 
EASA Yes 
fe-safe Yes 

Integrations

AWS Secrets Manager No 
Autodesk PD&M Collection No 
EASA No 
fe-safe No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Autodesk

Founded

1982

Country

United States

Website

www.autodesk.com/products/inventor-nastran/overview

Vendor Details

Company Name

SolidWorks

Founded

1993

Country

United States

Website

www.solidworks.com/product/solidworks-simulation

Product Features

CAD

2 1/2-Axis Milling No 
2D Drawing Yes 
3-Axis Milling No 
3D Modeling Yes 
4-Axis Milling No 
5-Axis Milling No 
Civil Yes 
Collaboration Yes 
Database Connectivity No 
Design Analysis Yes 
Design Export Yes 
Document Management Yes 
Electrical Yes 
Hole Making No 
Mechanical Yes 
Mechatronics Yes 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Simulate Cycles Yes 
Spiral Output No 
Structural Engineering No 
Toolpath Simulation No 
User Defined Cycles No 

Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE)

CAD/CAM Compatibility No 
Finite Element Analysis No 
Fluid Dynamics No 
Import / Export Files No 
Integrated 3D Modeling No 
Manufacturing Process Simulation No 
Mechanical Event Simulation No 
Multibody Dynamics No 
Thermal Analysis No 

Simulation

1D Simulation Yes 
3D Modeling Yes 
3D Simulation Yes 
Agent-Based Modeling Yes 
Continuous Modeling No 
Design Analysis Yes 
Direct Manipulation Yes 
Discrete Event Modeling No 
Dynamic Modeling No 
Graphical Modeling No 
Industry Specific Database Yes 
Monte Carlo Simulation No 
Motion Modeling Yes 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Stochastic Modeling No 
Turbulence Modeling Yes 

Product Features

Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE)

CAD/CAM Compatibility No 
Finite Element Analysis No 
Fluid Dynamics No 
Import / Export Files No 
Integrated 3D Modeling No 
Manufacturing Process Simulation No 
Mechanical Event Simulation No 
Multibody Dynamics No 
Thermal Analysis No 

Simulation

1D Simulation No 
3D Modeling Yes 
3D Simulation No 
Agent-Based Modeling Yes 
Continuous Modeling No 
Design Analysis No 
Direct Manipulation No 
Discrete Event Modeling No 
Dynamic Modeling No 
Graphical Modeling No 
Industry Specific Database Yes 
Monte Carlo Simulation No 
Motion Modeling No 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Stochastic Modeling No 
Turbulence Modeling Yes 

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