Simcenter 3D for generative engineering solution guide

This nine-page solution guide covers the optimisation tools in Simcenter 3D that automate the search for better designs, from topology optimisation to parametric design space exploration. It explains what each module does, where it fits, and compares them in detailed capability charts.

What the document covers

• Simcenter Nastran Optimization: sensitivity-based design optimisation with hundreds of design variables and responses, including dynamic response, acoustic, aeroelastic and flutter analyses
• Simcenter Nastran Topology Optimization: solid and shell design regions, multiple materials and meta-materials, lattice zone prediction and shape control constraints for manufacturing, symmetry and size
• Simcenter 3D Design Space explorer: design of experiments, the SHERPA single and multi-objective strategy, mixed continuous and discrete variables, and surrogate model export
• Simcenter 3D Geometry Optimization on CAD feature and sketch dimensions, shell thicknesses and beam sections, with several supported solvers
• Postprocessing: optimisation history, Pareto and correlation plots, response surfaces, and export of a smoothed mesh back to CAD for remodelling
• Typical applications in aerospace and defence, automotive and transportation, marine and consumer goods packaging

Who it is for

CAE analysts, design engineers and simulation managers who want to reduce weight or balance stiffness, modal, buckling and thermal targets using optimisation rather than manual trial and error.