AUTODESK FUSION FOR MECHANICAL ENGINEERS

Mechanical engineering with Fusion

Gain access to a comprehensive engineering platform to bridge design, simulation, and manufacturing. Dive deep into an integrated experience with limitless creativity and efficient workflows.

Smarter design, engineering, and manufacturing starts with one product development tool

Fusion provides mechanical engineers with a unified platform to seamlessly bridge the gap from concept to manufacture. CAD, CAM, ECAD, and simulation all in one place eliminates the need for multiple tools and allows teams to collaborate and connect in real-time, regardless of location.

Advanced simulation capabilities allow for the validation of designs, while integrated CAD/CAM guarantees a smooth transition from design to production. ECAD brings electronics design into the fold, enabling true interdisciplinary projects. With its cloud-centric system, all design data remains synchronized and secure.

Why mechanical engineers standardize on Autodesk Fusion?

Increase product development agility

Create 3D models, engineer, simulate, and manufacture all-in-one product development solution.

Improve product performance

Solve engineering challenges faster, with flexible 3D modeling, simulation, and generative design tools.

Reduce time to market

Eliminate the need for back-and-forth file sharing across multiple tools by standardizing on a single CAD, CAM, CAE, PCB, data management, and collaboration software soution.

Connect your mechanical engineering processes with Autodesk Fusion

Autodesk Fusion features for mechanical engineers

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Parametric modeling in Autodesk Fusion

Parametric modeling

Create history-based features, including extrude, revolve, loft and sweep that update with design changes.

 

Assembly design in Autodesk Fusion

Assemblies

Assemble designs with a traditional bottom-up, middle-out, or top-down approach, and analyze assembly motion.

 

Simulation in Autodesk Fusion

Simulation

Test your designs to make sure they will survive real-world conditions. Simulate your products digitally, reducing the cost of prototyping by using fully validated solvers.

 

Collaboration tools in Autodesk Fusion

Collaboration

Remove silos from your traditional design process and use a modern collaboration environment. Connect teams and stakeholders, communicate in real-time, and centralize project activity.

 

Integrated CAD/CAM in Autodesk Fusion

Integrated CAD/CAM

Produce high-quality CNC machined parts, and additively manufacture builds using FFF or BPF for metal 3D printing.

 

Electromechanical integration in Autodesk Fusion

Electromechanical integration

Make sure that your PCB fits the first time, every time with the only truly unified MCAD to ECAD software solution.

 

Put efficiency first with connected product development

100x 

Investigate upwards of 100 3D design iterations in the amount of time it would traditionally take to complete a single one.

5x 

Design, engineer, and manufacture a product in 1 day instead of a week.

75%

Reduce your mechanical engineering time by 75% when compared to traditional 3D design methods.

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SOLIDWORKS vs. Fusion comparison guide

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AUTODESK FUSION SIMULATION EXTENSION

Make better products with the Fusion Simulation Extension

Improve product performance in Fusion with access to advanced simulation capabilities including structural, thermal, explicit, and injection molding manufacturability.

Mechatronics in Autodesk Fusion

Mechatronics in Fusion

Autodesk Fusion is a game-changer for mechatronics, seamlessly integrating mechanical and electrical engineering. Design aspects that directly impact each other are easier when they're designed simultaneously in Fusion.

Autodesk Fusion resources for mechanical engineers

Explore the benefits of DFM (design for manufacturing) and discover which Autodesk Fusion features support the process.

Autodesk Fusion offers a unified, streamlined, and highly collaborative product development environment—from prototype to final product.

 

10 ways Fusion supports designers and engineers during the prototyping and fabrication stages of product development.

Explore how design automation tools like parametric modeling, generative design, and automated modeling in Fusion enable your team to grow smarter.

Fusion is the sum of its multiple, powerful parts. We’ll expand upon CAD, CAM, and CAE, advantages across crucial touchpoints in the end-to-end product development process.

Gain access to an assortment of simulation capabilities, including thermal simulation, structural simulation, generative design, and injection molding manufacturability with the Fusion Simulation Extension.

Autodesk Fusion plans and pricing for mechanical engineers

Autodesk Fusion

1-year subscription: most popular, 1-year access to advanced CAD, CAM, CAE, PCB, data management, and collaboration tools with Autodesk Fusion.
 

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Autodesk Fusion Simulation Extension

1-year subscription: Optimize part design and performance with unlimited cloud solves for generative design, FEA, electronic cooling, injection molding, and more. Requires a Fusion subscription.
 

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Autodesk Fusion extensions

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Mechanical engineering software frequently asked questions (FAQs)

What is CAD software and how does it relate to mechanical engineering?

CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software is a key tool utilized in mechanical engineering. It allows engineers to create precise 3D models, conduct simulations and analyses, and even control manufacturing processes. Autodesk Fusion is a leading example of a comprehensive CAD software platform.

How does CAM software enhance mechanical engineering projects?

CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing) software is critical to modern mechanical engineering. It translates CAD models into machine-readable instructions, streamlining the manufacturing process. Fusion's integrated CAD/CAM capabilities make it a powerful tool for mechanical engineers.

What is Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) in the context of mechanical engineering?

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is a branch of fluid mechanics that uses algorithms and numerical methods to solve and analyze problems involving fluid flows. In mechanical engineering, CFD software can simulate the performance of products subjected to fluid flows.

What role does Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) play in mechanical engineering?

Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) is a broad term encompassing several technologies, including CAD, CAM, CFD, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA). CAE tools are used in mechanical engineering to simulate, validate, and optimize products and manufacturing processes.

What are the different types of mechanical engineering, and how does Fusion cater to them?

Mechanical engineering has several sub-disciplines, including automotive, aerospace, energy systems, and mechatronics. Fusion's versatile toolsets, which includes CAD, CAM, and CAE capabilities, caters to the diverse needs of these fields.

How does Autodesk Fusion software help with mechanical engineering design and analysis?

Autodesk Fusion provides an integrated platform for design, simulation, and manufacturing. Its broad range of tools allows mechanical engineers to conduct comprehensive design and analysis tasks, from creating 3D models to simulating real-world performance.

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