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CAD-Enabled Finite Element Analysis Software

Access finite element analysis (FEA) tools for engineers and analysts. Autodesk® Nastran® In-CAD software now includes the Autodesk® Nastran® Solver and is available only in the Product Design & Manufacturing Collection.

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NASTRAN Features

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Linear Static

Analyze and display stress, strain, and deformation.

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Normal Modes

Resolve more problems with noise and vibration.

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Advanced Material Models

Simulate composites and hyperelastic materials.

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The Ultimate Guide on Collaborating with BIM 360 and Plant 3D

March 23, 2020

First, I love superlatives, so that title is fun. However, we have reviewed a lot of articles and workflows on using Plant 3d with BIM 360 and have not seen anything as comprehensive as needed to really implement BIM 360 and Plant 3d together. As a side note, this documentation ...

Best Plant 3d Reseller: Controlling Line Tags and Annotations in AutoCAD Plant 3D

October 28, 2019

Today the #bestplant3dreseller brings an excerpt from our Plant 3D admin class that walks through configuring line tags on P&IDs, in the 3d model, plans and sections, and isometrics. The end-to-end configuration makes sure you have the right steps in place to avoid data errors, use the P&ID Line List ...

Best Plant 3d Reseller: Configuring Fixed Length Pipe for Socket Weld and Threaded Piping

September 16, 2019

Fixed length pipe is essential for creating an accurate Bill of Materials for your project. Typically, the pipe comes in 20’-0” lengths or sometimes 40’-0” length. So, to make it easier for the user, Plant 3D includes the option to have a weld (or fitting) placed every set amount of ...