Generative Design for Performance and Weight Reduction

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Approx. 27 hours to complete
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Course Summary

This course delves into the principles of generative design and teaches how to use computer algorithms to generate creative solutions for weight reduction in design engineering.

Key Learning Points

  • Learn the basics of generative design and how it can be applied to weight reduction in design engineering
  • Get hands-on experience using the Autodesk Fusion 360 software to apply generative design principles
  • Explore how to optimize various design parameters to achieve the best possible weight reduction outcomes

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the principles of generative design and how it can be applied to weight reduction in engineering
  • Learn how to use the Autodesk Fusion 360 software to apply generative design principles
  • Be able to optimize various design parameters to achieve the best possible weight reduction outcomes

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD) software
  • Familiarity with engineering design principles

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online self-paced course
  • Video lectures
  • Hands-on exercises
  • Peer-reviewed assignments

Similar Courses

  • Introduction to Generative Design
  • Advanced Generative Design
  • Generative Design for Architecture

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  • Former CEO of Autodesk
  • Founder and CEO of SpaceX

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Description

There are many considerations and factors that play a part in designing a new product. Cost is usually a big one, but sometimes there are other factors that are the main contributors to a product's direction. With vehicles, specifically motorcycles, we see advanced engineering practices performed on seemingly minor parts. In some instances, making a part as light as possible can have a big effect on performance. In other cases, the strength or stiffness of a part, such as a motor mount, is more critical than its mass. Generative design allows us the ability to solve for both problems at the same time and make informed design decisions without the sacrifice. In this course, we’ll explore how generative design can be applied to motorcycle parts to help reduce mass while also increasing performance.

Knowledge

  • Examine a multi-component assembly.
  • Create Generative Design Studies.
  • Examine and Select Generative Outcome Iterations.
  • Summarize how to Post Process a Generative Outcome.

Outline

  • Identifying and Modeling Obstacle and Preserve Regions
  • Course overview
  • Get the software
  • Week 1 overview
  • Open and review a design
  • Change display properties of a design
  • Use component color cycling
  • Making a derived assembly
  • Using Paste New to create a unique copy
  • Direct editing tools for modifying geometry
  • Adding basic geometry
  • Organizing a timeline
  • Identify critical components to avoid
  • Use Edit Model tools to create primitives
  • Use Edit Model to create hardware obstacles
  • Creating a chain obstacle
  • Practice exercise 1 video instructions
  • Practice exercise 1 solution
  • Practice exercise 2 video instructions
  • Practice exercise 2 solution
  • Practice exercise 3 video instructions
  • Practice exercise 3 solution
  • Customer story
  • Get the software
  • Identifying and Modeling Obstacle and Preserve Regions resources
  • About the discussion forum
  • Online learning communities and social media
  • Getting to know your classmates
  • Practice exercise 1 instructions
  • Practice exercise 2 instructions
  • Practice exercise 3 instructions
  • Week 1 challenge
  • Pre-course questions
  • Week 1 quiz

  • Setting up a Generative Design Study
  • Week 2 overview
  • Generative Study Resolution
  • Generative Design Materials
  • Selecting and verifying obstacle regions
  • Setting preserve regions
  • Decide and set up constraints
  • Create complex loading conditions
  • Clone loading conditions
  • Set up Generative Study objectives
  • Plan out manufacturing methods
  • Solve a Generative Design Study
  • Practice exercise 1 video instructions
  • Practice exercise 1 solution
  • Practice exercise 2 video instructions
  • Practice exercise 2 solution
  • Practice exercise 3 video instructions
  • Practice exercise 3 solution
  • Setting up a Generative Design Study resources
  • Practice exercise 1 instructions
  • Practice exercise 2 instructions
  • Practice exercise 3 instructions
  • Week 1 challenge exercise
  • Week 2 quiz

  • Review and Select an Outcome
  • Week 3 overview
  • Filtering for the best outcome
  • Comparing multiple outcomes together
  • Deciding on an outcome
  • Create a 3D Design
  • How to collaborate on a generative project
  • Opening and editing a Mesh Export
  • Practice exercise 1 video instructions
  • Practice exercise 1 solution
  • Practice exercise 2 video instructions
  • Practice exercise 2 solution
  • Practice exercise 3 video instructions
  • Practice exercise 3 solution
  • Review and Select an Outcome resources
  • Practice exercise 1 instructions
  • Practice exercise 2 instructions
  • Practice exercise 3 instructions
  • Week 3 challenge exercise
  • Week 3 quiz

  • Post Process a File for Production
  • Week 4 overview
  • Explore the timeline
  • Edit preserve bodies and features
  • Using edit form to modify a created body
  • Smoothing out rough geometry
  • Merging two form bodies together
  • Smoothing out edges and corners
  • Detail the pivot bearings
  • Insert the design into an assembly
  • Practice exercise 1 video instructions
  • Practice exercise 1 solution
  • Practice exercise 2 video instructions
  • Practice exercise 2 solution
  • Practice exercise 3 video instructions
  • Practice exercise 3 solution
  • Post Process a File for Production resources
  • Practice exercise 1 instructions
  • Practice exercise 2 instructions
  • Practice exercise 3 instructions
  • Week 1 challenge exercise
  • Week 4 quiz
  • Course assessment

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the principles of generative design and explore how it can lead to weight reduction in performance products with this Coursera course. Students have praised the course for its informative and practical content, as well as its engaging instructors. One key aspect that many users thought was good is the course's focus on real-world applications of generative design.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Informative and practical content
  • Engaging instructors
  • Focus on real-world applications
  • Clear explanations
  • Good pacing

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some technical issues with the platform
  • Not enough emphasis on design theory
  • Limited interaction with instructors
  • Some assignments could be more challenging
  • Not suitable for beginners

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