The Future of Making: Generative Design & Digital Manufacturing

A key goal for Autodesk Customer success is introducing our customers to the Future of Design & Manufacturing technology. Autodesk is inviting you to join us in a hands-on experience introducing the techniques of Generative Design, Metal Additive Manufacturing, and 5 Axis CNC.

Generative Design is set to disrupt the Engineering process entirely. By applying loads, constraints, & goals – we can generate 100’s of Design options using AI, that meet the requirements set for our products, faster and at significantly higher performance.

Additive Manufacturing has the unique ability to re-imagine production through the ability to create competitive separation with increased product performance, enhanced supply chain, and mass customization. By applying the design innovation of Generative Design with the flexibility of Additive Manufacturing, many new business cases will emerge for Digital Manufacturing.

These Hands-on Experiences will be two-day technical walkthroughs of the unique design and production process of Generative Design-Metal Additive Manufacturing-5 Axis CNC. If you are new to Digital Manufacturing, these events will give you a rare look into the set process considerations you will be investigating.

AGENDA

Day 1: Introducing the End-to-End Additive Manufacturing software workflow

• 8:30-9:00 | Breakfast & Introductions
• 9:00-10:15 | Overview of the Additive Manufacturing Industry by Autodesk & Renishaw
• 10:15-10:30 | Tour Renishaw Additive Manufacturing Solutions Center
• 10:30-12:00 | Introducing the End-to-End Software workflow for Additive Manufacturing
• 12:00-1:00 | Lunch
• 1:00-2:00 | Software Deep Dive: Generative Design & Lattice Generation
• 2:00–2:30 | Hands-on: Renishaw Additive MFG hardware introduction
• 2:30-3:30 | Software Deep Dive: Repair & Edit, Process Simulation
• 3:30-3:45 | Break
• 3:45-4:45 | Software Deep Dive: Connecting Additive + Subtractive, Near Netshape Planning

Day 2: Introducing Metal Powder Bed Fusion

• 8:00-8:30 | Breakfast & Introductions
• 8:30-10:30 | Introducing Metal Powder Bed Fusion
• 10:30-11:30 | Hands-on Experience with Additive Manufacturing
• 11:30-12:30 | Lunch
• 12:30-2:30 | Hands-on Experience with Additive Manufacturing: Post Processing
• 2:30-3:30 | Introducing the Subtractive & Inspection processes
• 3:30-4:15 | Review & Closing

FAQs

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

This event is located in Kitchener, ON which is located 1hr West of Toronto. Forewarning, the main route to Kitchener, Highway 401, has several points of ongoing roadwork which may cause delays. Weather conditions also play a major factor in traffic

• If you are flying into Lester B. Pearson International Airport (YYZ): https://goo.gl/maps/VmUoicSpqsr
• If you are flying into Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ): https://goo.gl/maps/WxjoQPu7Hcs

Parking during the event is located at the Renishaw Facilities.

Are there any lodging recommendations within Kitchener?

There are two recommendations that are close to the Renishaw Facilities:

• The Walper Hotel; 20 Queen St S, Kitchener, ON N2G 1V6
• Delta Hotels by Marriott Waterloo; 110 Erb St W, Waterloo, ON N2L 0C6

Will food be provided at the event?

Yes. Breakfast and Lunch will be provided both days of the event.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Matt Lemay (matt.lemay@autodesk.com) is the organizer of the event. Please email Matt with any questions.