Topology Optimization Software

Create structures with minimal mass and maximal stiffness.

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Topology optimization is a technology for developing optimized structures considering design parameters like expected loads, available design space, materials, and cost. Embedded early in the design process, it enables the creation of designs with minimal mass and maximal stiffness.

Topology Optimization Benefits

Create optimal designs early in the design process and significantly reduce costs associated with design failure.

Maximize performance by designing parts and assemblies that can withstand all real-world conditions and loads. These designs are often stronger, lighter weight, and require less material.

Find the best distribution of material given an optimization goal and a set of constraints designed for traditional or advanced manufacturing.

Topology Optimization for Any Manufacturing Method

Altair’s industry leading topology optimization tools include shape optimization that focuses on multiple manufacturing processes. These topology optimization tools are built to consider and adhere to the rules and specs of multiple different manufacturing methods. Some of these rules include: symmetry patterns, draw direction, cavity avoidance, overhand angles, and more.

Forging

3D Printing

Plastic Injection Molding

Welded Sheet Metal Structures

Casting

Milling

Reality Check

Capability to Capacity, Industry-Proven Parts

LEIBER Group Automotive Bracket Designed with Altair Inspire

Shorter Manufacturing and Testing
Better fatigue characteristics

Polaris Reduces Weight of Snowmobile Structures up to 40% with Altair solutions

40% weight reduction without sacrificing structural integrity
50% reduction in design iterations

Zaha Hadid Developed Triangles Studded Pavilion for the Morpheus Hotel in the City of Dreams

Lighter, more economical, high-metal finish of the structure
Simulation guided the final shape as an ideal accommodation between optimization and fabrication

Topology Optimization Technologies

Altair Inspire Platform

The most powerful and easy-to-use generative design/topology optimization and rapid simulation solution for design engineers.

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Altair Optistruct

The industry-leading and most widely used solution for structural design and optimization.