Autodesk has been granted a patent for an automobile modeling application that automatically generates automobile designs. The application determines parameter values for different components based on their structural relationships and generates a computer-aided design (CAD) geometry model. Changes made to the design are automatically propagated throughout the model, reducing the time required for significant design changes. GlobalData’s report on Autodesk gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Autodesk, AI assisted CAD was a key innovation area identified from patents. Autodesk's grant share as of September 2023 was 65%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
The patent is granted for a computer-implemented method for designing automobiles
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11775709B2) describes a computer-implemented method for designing automobiles. The method involves determining parameter values associated with different components of the automobile and generating a computer-aided design (CAD) geometry model based on these values. The CAD geometry model is organized in a hierarchical design structure, taking into account the structural and functional relationships between the components.
The method allows for modifications to be made to the automobile information model, which are automatically propagated throughout the CAD geometry model to generate a modified version. In response to generating the modified CAD geometry model, a functional simulation is executed to regenerate the relationships between the behaviors of the different components.
The first parameter value can specify either a functional characteristic or a structural characteristic of a component. The second parameter value is computed based on a simulation result and the structural relationship between the first and second parameters. The CAD geometry model can be a wireframe model, a surface model, or a solid model.
The patent also mentions the use of non-transitory computer-readable media, which include instructions for designing automobiles by performing the steps described above. These media can store data items associated with cost, scheduling, and procurement based on the automobile information model.
Additionally, the patent describes the generation of a data frame based on the parameterized automobile component instances and a data filter, which can be transmitted to a design or manufacturing application. A graphical user interface (GUI) is generated to display the parameter values and the CAD geometry model, allowing for user input to specify the parameter values.
Overall, this patent presents a computer-implemented method for designing automobiles that takes into account the relationships between different components and allows for efficient modifications and simulations.
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