Autodesk Nastran: Finite Element Analysis for Design Engineers
Autodesk Nastran is a professional-grade finite element analysis (FEA) and simulation software that helps engineers evaluate how designs perform under real-world forces such as vibration, motion, and heat. Integrated directly with Autodesk Inventor, Nastran enables true digital prototyping, letting you test and refine 3D mechanical designs without leaving your CAD environment.
What is Autodesk Nastran?
Built on decades of NASA-developed solver technology, Autodesk Nastran gives designers and analysts the ability to simulate structural, thermal, and dynamic behavior using finite elements, ensuring products meet strength and durability requirements before manufacturing begins.
Whether you’re designing industrial machinery, consumer products, or building components, Nastran provides the power and accuracy needed to predict performance and reduce costly iterations.
Why Engineering Teams Choose Autodesk Nastran
Engineering and manufacturing teams face increasing pressure to shorten design cycles while maintaining precision. Autodesk Nastran integrates simulation and design tools in one environment, combining Autodesk FEA software with intuitive 3D mechanical design features to streamline analysis.
By performing simulations directly within Inventor, teams can:
- Validate designs early to prevent downstream manufacturing issues.
- Analyze vibration, heat, and fluid flow interactions across assemblies.
- Evaluate motion and structural behavior under real-world conditions.
- Replace or reduce physical prototypes through computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and advanced material models.
This unified workflow simplifies product development and connects every step of the manufacturing planning process.
Key Capabilities of Autodesk Nastran
Autodesk Nastran delivers a comprehensive suite of analysis tools built for engineers, analysts, and manufacturers who need precision and speed. By combining Autodesk solution interoperability with robust FEA capabilities, Nastran ensures results that mirror real-world conditions.
- Linear and nonlinear static stress analysis
- Modal and dynamic response evaluation
- Thermal simulation and heat transfer studies
- CFD integration for airflow and fluid behavior
- Fatigue and buckling analysis for structural durability
- Multi-threaded solving for large, complex models
- Compatibility with Autodesk Fusion 360, AutoCAD LT, and Revit for cross-discipline collaboration
Why Choose KETIV for Autodesk Nastran
As an Autodesk Gold Partner, KETIV helps companies deploy and optimize Autodesk Nastran across their entire engineering ecosystem. We specialize in connecting simulation to the broader Autodesk Industry Cloud, enabling collaboration across design, manufacturing, and project teams.
- Implementation expertise: Deep experience across industries like aerospace, automotive, and industrial equipment.
- Training resources: Comprehensive courses through the KETIV Virtual Academy, covering Inventor Nastran, FEA fundamentals, and CFD integration.
- Technical support: Solver optimization, material library management, and workflow customization for your engineering team.
- Community learning: Access to our Academy Hub for webinars, case studies, and networking with Autodesk experts.