A key advantage of precise 3D models is better visualization for interrogation of those designs to solve engineering and manufacturing problems. Kubotek’s open design environment is ideal for quick virtual prototyping, investigation of fit, and basic simulation of mechanisms. It is clear that the best time to learn that a design has problems is during the design process, well before parts are manufactured.

Analysis
Kubotek solids provide the precise 3D model definition needed by all advanced analysis and simulation software from leading vendors such as Algor, Fluent, Ansys, MSC, and others. These products are used to predict how product designs will behave under environmental loads, heat, fluid flow, magnetic fields, etc. In most cases these products automate the construction of a proprietary 3D element mesh over the solid model transferred via an ACIS SAT or Parasolid X_T file.

A stress/strain plot (right) of a light aircraft engine frame solid model (left)