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Process-Based Generative Design
Process-Based Generative Design
One huge advantage of Generative Design is that you can specify Design for Manufacturing constraints for a wide range of Manufacturing Processes, including:
Additive Manufacturing (AM), AKA 3D-Printing
2.5-Axis Milling (positional Z, simultaneous X+Y)
3-Axis Milling (simultaneous X+Y+Z)
5-Axis Milling (positional/simultaneous X+Y+Z+A+B)
2-Axis Cutting (constant Z, simultaneous X+Y)
Casting/Molding
By doing so, you reduce the possibility of un-manufacturable parts, thereby reducing overall time and cost needed
Additionally, you can use Generative Design to tailor & optimize designs to utilize manufacturing equipment you already have on-hand, rather than being forced to acquire new, high-end equipment (ex: metal 3D-printers)
In this way, it is easy for any manufacture to immediate utilize the power and benefits of Generative Design, regardless of what manufacturing capabilities they currently have
Assembly Consolidation vs. Manufacturing Simplification
Assembly Consolidation vs. Manufacturing Simplification
Assembly Consolidation
Assembly Consolidation
One of the most common ways Generative Design is used in industry is to consolidate multi-component assemblies, AKA Assembly Consolidation
Manufacturing Simplification
Manufacturing Simplification
An alternative use case of Generative Design is to "break up" complex, single-component parts (typically cast, molded, or 3D-Printed) into easier-to-manufacture assemblies
Non-Manufacturing Generative Applications
Non-Manufacturing Generative Applications
While generative design is often associated with manufacturing, its potential reaches far beyond that single industry. Here are a few examples of non-manufacturing applications:
Architecture: In architecture, generative design can be used to create building layouts or city planning models that optimize for specific goals, such as energy efficiency, occupant comfort, or maximizing use of space.
Graphic Design and Art: Artists and graphic designers use generative design to create unique visual elements. They can set parameters (such as colors, shapes, symmetry, etc.) and the generative design software can then create a variety of designs based on these inputs.
Web Design: Generative design can also be used in web design to create website layouts that optimize user engagement and experience, taking into account factors like website loading speed, user click paths, or even aesthetic elements.
Fashion and Apparel: In the fashion industry, generative design can be used to create unique patterns and designs for garments. Designers can input parameters such as colors, shapes, and sizes, and the software will create a range of design options.
Data Visualization: Generative design can be utilized to produce dynamic and engaging data visualizations. By inputting a data set and parameters for visualization, users can generate numerous compelling ways to represent their data.
Game Development: In game development, generative design can be used to create varied and complex environments, character designs, or even plotlines. By defining certain rules and parameters, developers can automate the generation of aspects of the game environment.
Urban Planning: Generative design can help simulate various scenarios based on demographic data, traffic patterns, and urban policies to create optimized urban layouts.
Software UI/UX: In user interface or user experience design, generative design can be used to create different design options that are optimized for user engagement, user flow, and overall user experience.
These examples illustrate the vast potential and versatility of generative design, demonstrating its applicability across many industries and professions.
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Generative Design Application Research & Brainstorming
Generative Design Application Research & Brainstorming
What industries or fields (other than the ones discussed here) do you think are particularly well-suited for the use of AM, and why?
What skills or knowledge do you think will be important for future engineers and designers who will work on developing and deploying AM parts, processes, & applications?
Research or think of an example of AM that has radically transformed human jobs/industry/other - what overall affects did the transformation have, from a perspective of 3-Pillar Sustainability (People, Planet, & Profit)?
Think of a potential application for AM that is related to either your past or current work/life experiences - what would it look like, and how would that affect your work/life?
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