Parts in Autodesk Inventor – Preparing for Automation
Proper planning is essential to achieving seamless part automation in Autodesk Inventor. From understanding and mastering WorkPlanes to integrating parameters and iProperties, effective planning serves as the cornerstone for unlocking exceptional efficiency in design workflows. We gathered together these resources so you can learn the foundational building blocks of part automation in Autodesk Inventor, including:
- Create WorkPlanes using origin geometry as a reference.
- Define parameters to control WorkPlane positions.
- Develop a master iProperty to manage design aspects and integrate business logic.
- Develop standardize naming scheme for work geometry.
- Utilize iLogic to automate design control based on defined iProperties.
This section lays the groundwork for our exploration into assembly automation practices below! Enhancing part automation ensures you’re well-prepared for the exciting journey ahead.
Written Guide:
Read the full step-by-step blog on the Autodesk Community Forum.
References and files:
All finished files and reference information can be found here on GitHub.
Video Guide:
Want to see a video demonstration of the content? Watch a replay of our KETIV Virtual Academy session hosted by Tiffany Hayden.
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Assemblies in Autodesk Inventor – Planning for Automation
Assembly Automation is the next step in ensuring a seamless plan for automation.
Planning is the backbone of successful automation in assemblies. Without careful preparation, the complexities of assembly design can lead to inefficiencies and errors. By thoughtfully considering constraints, component relationships, and automation rules early in the process, you can streamline workflows, reduce rework, and achieve more consistent and reliable results.
Effective planning ensures that your assembly automation not only meets design intent but also adapts easily to future changes, making your design process more efficient and robust.
- Develop parameter-driven WorkPlanes using parts created parametrically in the first session.
- Expand on the initial part to create multiple variant designs.
- Add parameters to precisely control component locations.
- Demonstrate the constraining process to securely position each component.
- Explore assembly cuts for standardized lengths and enhanced assembly visuals.
- Create an external iLogic rule to manage the assembly, driven by key iProperties.
Check out the written and video versions of this content to get more details.
Written Guide:
Read the full step-by-step blog on the Autodesk Community Forum.
All finished files and reference information can be found here on GitHub.
Video Guide:
Want to see a video demonstration of the content? Watch a replay of the KETIV Virtual Academy session hosted by Tiffany Hayden.