3D Modeling & Editing

Design

ANSYS SpaceClaim has been developed specifically to enable any engineer to quickly and efficiently model in 3D with the minimum of training. Key capabilities include:

• Full part and assembly modelling
• Detailed drawings included full 2D/3D GD&T
• Photorealistic rendering with Keyshot
• Open/edit files from neutral and native CAD systems
• Complete help guide and tutorials to help you get started

Simulation & Analysis

Because of streamlined workflows and dedicated CAD for analysis tools, users often see model pre-processing time cut down from weeks or days to hours or minutes. You no longer have to outsource CAD modifications to another department or firm. SpaceClaim was built to empower every engineer and analyst to quickly modify and optimize CAD files. Whether modifying existing geometry or creating simplified representations, SpaceClaim removes the geometry bottleneck and lets engineers focus on the physics. True simulation-driven product development is now possible with SpaceClaim handling all your front end geometry needs.

With SpaceClaim, you can also parameterize any model of your choosing. This means rapid changing of dimensions as your design needs change. SpaceClaim also supports scripting functionality for the creation of geometry that is not supported in the native UI or the automating of repetitive tasks.

SpaceClaim has a bidirectional linkage to Ansys Workbench, so you can take advantage of design iteration studies and the seamless integration of geometry with other Ansys products.

Reverse Engineering

ANSYS SpaceClaim offers intuitive tools for reverse engineering. With SpaceClaim, STL files and solids can be easily altered to recreate perfect models for parts and fixtures. Users can even start with 2D models. Imperfect data from worn components or a dirty scan can be quickly corrected.

Manufacturing

Whether you are machining a part with a CNC router, fabricating a piece of sheet metal, or 3D printing a prototype, ANSYS SpaceClaim helps you increase productivity and complete CAD/CAM projects more smoothly due to a very short learning curve and ease of use.

3D Printing

ANSYS SpaceClaim and the optional STL Prep module provide a comprehensive toolkit to save time repairing and preparing models for 3D printing.

• Repair models from problems you typically run into during the printing process
• Create and modify CAD files
• Save and export STL
• Work directly with STL files to shell, scale, and split models
• Combine STL models with other STL models or solids
• Automate verification and repair of STL, including intersections, watertightness, misaligned normals and co-incident triangles
• Manipulate solids to:
  • Shell models to minimise waste
  • Scale models
  • Split models for better printing, adding pins, lips, mortise, or joints as needed