The new SpaceClaim 3D Simulation

ALGOR and SpaceClaim offer a complete design-to-analysis solution for smooth and efficient computer-aided engineering (CAE) workflow. With it, engineers can import virtually any solid model geometry and create a neutral file format for input to ALGOR. SpaceClaim 3D Simulation software lets you create, edit and prepare models for analysis to verify multi-part, multi-material 3D models with detailed stress analysis. It breaks down design-to-analysis barriers so participants in the design-to-analysis workflow can contribute more efficiently and productively. By allowing more design iterations than ever before, this “click-and-do” software lets contributors get truly creative. Use it to test the behavior of product designs, speed time-to-market, make better, safer products at less cost and deliver the final product comparison to the design originator. With SpaceClaim 3D Simulation , contributors around the organization are now truly part of the workflow team. Capabilities
SpaceClaim 3D Simulation offers:

• Full associativity between SpaceClaim and ALGOR
• Direct CAD/CAE data exchange with major CAD systems
• Creation of designs from scratch and direct editing of existing CAD models
• Support for 3D solid models in: ACIS, IGES, STEP, Parasolid, STL file formats, native CAD formats and more
• Naturally influences better collaboration and communication among design-to-analysis teams
• Streamlined User interface
• Enables users to import models into ALGOR for analysis -- hassle free
• Analyzes stress and strain of model performance under a multitude of conditions
• Delivers high-quality design reports including images, animations and product comparisons
• Universal language support for Chinese (simplified), English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish

SpaceClaim 3D Simulation Workflow

With SpaceClaim 3D Simulation, the workflow is straightforward.

1. Start by importing the model
2. Use SpaceClaim 3D software to clean the model, removing or de-featuring components of the design for analysis
3. With the click of a button, use full associativity to bring the model into ALGOR and perform the necessary analysis
4. When the analysis is complete, use the results to make necessary design changes and re-turn the verified analysis to design. You can go through this process as many times as needed
5. Finally, communicate the final updates and submit design comparisons to the CAD designer for final logging

When you’re done, move on to the next project. Time saved: 75%.