Generative Design Extension (SaaS) - Subscription

Overview

Generative Design Extension (GDX) is a cloud solution that generates close to manufacture-ready designs based on a set of engineering parameters. It allows you to simultaneously generate a set of multiple design results with different materials and manufacturing constraints. You can then compare, filter, and explore these design alternatives to select the final design for a detailed analysis and manufacture. With GDX, you can explore a broader design space than with traditional design methods, thereby identifying highly optimized designs with better performance. GDX leverages a set of technologies, including topology optimization and simulation, to generate and evaluate potential designs for a product. Access to cloud computing expands the power of traditional simulation and optimization to multivariate design exploration. In addition to producing multiple design alternatives, it allows you to accelerate the design process without overburdening the engineering staff.

Benefits

Optimized Designs for Performance and Material Use

• Weight Reduction: GDX helps create lightweight designs by optimizing material distribution, which is crucial in industries like aerospace and automotive where weight is a critical factor.
• Material Efficiency: The tool generates designs that use less material while maintaining structural integrity, which reduces costs and environmental impact.

Accelerated Design Process

• Automated Design Exploration: GDX can automatically generate multiple design alternatives based on defined constraints and objectives (e.g., minimizing weight, maximizing strength), speeding up the design process.
• Shortened Time to Market: By rapidly generating and evaluating numerous design options, companies can significantly reduce the time it takes to move from concept to production.

Enhanced Innovation

• Complex Geometry Creation: The extension enables the creation of complex, organic shapes that might be difficult or impossible to design manually, leading to innovative product designs.
• Design Freedom: Engineers and designers can explore unconventional design solutions that go beyond traditional design methods, fostering creativity and innovation.

Integration with Simulation and Analysis

• Integrated Simulation: GDX integrates with PTC’s simulation tools, allowing users to validate designs within the same environment. This ensures that the generated designs meet performance criteria before prototyping.
• Iterative Design Improvements: The integration allows for continuous improvement of designs based on simulation feedback, leading to more refined and effective products.

Cost Savings

• Reduced Prototyping Costs: By generating and validating designs virtually, the need for physical prototypes is minimized, saving both time and money.
• Lower Manufacturing Costs: The optimized designs often lead to reduced manufacturing costs, as they can be tailored to specific manufacturing methods, like additive manufacturing (3D printing), which further reduces waste and costs.

Seamless Integration with PTC Ecosystem

• Part of the Creo Environment: GDX is integrated within the Creo ecosystem, making it easier for users to adopt without needing to learn a new interface or software.
• Collaboration and Data Management: It works well with PTC’s data management solutions, like Windchill, ensuring that the generative design process is well integrated into the broader product development workflow.