CDFAM Computational Design Symposium

Recorded at CDFAM Berlin, 2024

Presenter: Joseph Flynn

Organization: Altair

Joseph Flynn is a Software Development Architect at Altair, working on the algorithmic design and user experiences for Implicit Modeling within Altair Inspire. Prior to working at Altair, Joseph was an Associate Professor at the University of Bath, and one of the Co-Founders of Gen3D Ltd., which was acquired by Altair in 2022. His major focus is the R&D strategy for future features within Inspire Implicit Modeling, and the wider integration of this technology across Altair products. He has recently been working on the trade-offs and interplay between automated computational design and traditional computer-aided design. In the former, geometry emerges and, in the latter, geometry is constructed/sculpted. The balance between these two approaches will be the subject matter for Joseph’s presentation.

The CDFAM Computational Design Symposium Series brings together leading experts from design, engineering, architecture, academia and software development for a series of knowledge sharing and networking events focusing on computational design at all scales.

Recorded at CDFAM Computational Design Symposium, Berlin, 2024

Presenter: Dr. Nick Simpson

Organization: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

The electrification of transport, in pursuit of Carbon Net Zero, is driving demand for a step change in the power-density of electrical machines. A viable route is to exploit the geometric freedom of metal additive manufacturing to realise next-generation electrical windings enabling targeted electromagnetic loss mitigation, integrated thermal management, and high-temperature insulation coatings. This talk will present some of the latest advances in the field of Additive Manufacturing in Electrical Machines and discuss some of the ongoing computational design challenges that the CDFAM community may be able to help with.

The CDFAM Computational Design Symposium Series brings together leading experts from design, engineering, architecture, academia and software development for a series of knowledge sharing and networking events focusing on computational design at all scales.

Recorded at CDFAM Computational Design Symposium, Berlin, 2024

Presenter: David Heiny

CEO & Co-Founder

Organization: SimScale

The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) in engineering simulation begins a transformative era in product development processes. This presentation outlines the substantial impact of AI adoption in engineering simulation, focusing on how AI models, trained using real and simulated engineering data , can significantly accelerate or even automate future engineering workflows.

SimScale is developing a pioneering platform in this domain, offering a solution that amalgamates AI with traditional CAE methods. This platform provides accessible tools for both designers and simulation experts, capturing the entire spectrum of AI-enhanced simulation processes and ensures AI future readiness. We present a case study of deploying AI through a cloud-native engineering simulation platform with global engineering teams in the automotive, manufacturing and AEC industries.

The CDFAM Computational Design Symposium Series brings together leading experts from design, engineering, architecture, academia and software development for a series of knowledge sharing and networking events focusing on computational design at all scales.

The events are organized around two foundational frameworks: ‘Scales of Design’ and ‘Dimensions of Execution.’

SCALES OF DESIGN:

* Micro: Focus on material-level design considerations

* Meso: Exploration of metamaterials and structures

* Macro: Discussion on topology optimization, surface and parts

* Mega: Exploration of architectural scale system design methodologies

DIMENSIONS OF EXECUTION:

* Academic: Cutting-edge research in design science

* Algorithm: Software tools and algorithms enabling advanced design

* Application: Real-world engineering challenges addressed

* Automation: Scaling design to production for volume and mass customization

Through these frameworks, attendees will gain insights into how computational design principles and methodologies traverse across different scales and various execution contexts.

Recorded at CDFAM Computational Design Symposium, Berlin, 2024

Presenter: Alexander Pluke

Organization: Additive Flow

Alexander Pluke is CEO and founder of Additive Flow, a Nano Dimension Division. The company builds software for the simultaneous optimisation of the entire AM workflow, which has worked with companies including Saint-Gobain, Royal Haskoning, Tata Steel and Zeiss to maximise their AM value.

The CDFAM Computational Design Symposium Series brings together leading experts from design, engineering, architecture, academia and software development for a series of knowledge sharing and networking events focusing on computational design at all scales.

The events are organized around two foundational frameworks: ‘Scales of Design’ and ‘Dimensions of Execution.’

SCALES OF DESIGN:

* Micro: Focus on material-level design considerations

* Meso: Exploration of metamaterials and structures

* Macro: Discussion on topology optimization, surface and parts

* Mega: Exploration of architectural scale system design methodologies

DIMENSIONS OF EXECUTION:

* Academic: Cutting-edge research in design science

* Algorithm: Software tools and algorithms enabling advanced design

* Application: Real-world engineering challenges addressed

* Automation: Scaling design to production for volume and mass customization

Through these frameworks, attendees will gain insights into how computational design principles and methodologies traverse across different scales and various execution contexts.

Recorded at CDFAM Computational Design Symposium, Berlin, 2024

Presenter: Rick Titulaer

Organization: ARUP

The renovation of the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid has recently been completed. The stadium’s extensive history and renovation posed unique design challenges, particularly in addressing and analysing reflections caused by the new metallic façade. In response to this challenge, a computational design approach was employed to analyse over 682,000 different configurations, facilitating an informed data-driven decision-making process.

The case study details the methodology, workflow, and analysis process. It describes the generation of a parametric model of the façade elements and the use of sun path data and architectural context to assess glare. To manage the computational complexity, parallel computing was applied, and a custom script was utilized for the analysis. The outcomes of this data-driven approach revealed key areas of interest on the stadium’s façade and identified the most optimal angles to minimize glare. The study also highlights the rationalization process, including the use of Gaussian equations and number smoothening to create a smooth, glare-reducing surface. The final façade geometry was generated through iterative exploration, rationalization, and collaboration. This case study underscores the significance of data-driven computational design in overcoming complex design challenges, as demonstrated in the transformation of the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium’s façade.

The CDFAM Computational Design Symposium Series brings together leading experts from design, engineering, architecture, academia and software development for a series of knowledge sharing and networking events focusing on computational design at all scales.

The events are organized around two foundational frameworks: ‘Scales of Design’ and ‘Dimensions of Execution.’

SCALES OF DESIGN:

* Micro: Focus on material-level design considerations

* Meso: Exploration of metamaterials and structures

* Macro: Discussion on topology optimization, surface and parts

* Mega: Exploration of architectural scale system design methodologies

DIMENSIONS OF EXECUTION:

* Academic: Cutting-edge research in design science

* Algorithm: Software tools and algorithms enabling advanced design

* Application: Real-world engineering challenges addressed

* Automation: Scaling design to production for volume and mass customization

Through these frameworks, attendees will gain insights into how computational design principles and methodologies traverse across different scales and various execution contexts.

Recorded at CDFAM Computational Design Symposium, Berlin, 2024

The traditional way of making shoes is evolving together with technology. The fabrication is turning more into digital processes like Additive Manufacturing and Automation. However, the ideation and design stages are also powered by Extended Reality (XR) and the adoption of Artificial Intelligence.

In this presentation will be covered the importance and influence of algorithmic design in applied cases in footwear, not just for prototyping or visualization, but also for development and industrial production, like foaming and injection molding.

The CDFAM Computational Design Symposium Series brings together leading experts from design, engineering, architecture, academia and software development for a series of knowledge sharing and networking events focusing on computational design at all scales.

Recorded at CDFAM Computational Design Symposium, Berlin, 2024

Omar Fergani is CEO and co founder of 1000 Kelvin , he is a holder of Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and an expert in digital manufacturing. Omar held various executive positions at Siemens and MKS Instruments including director of strategic business, Senior Director of Digital platforms and product management lead. His expertise and contributions to the industry were recognized when he was honored as the SME Outstanding Young Engineer in 2019.

The CDFAM Computational Design Symposium Series brings together leading experts from design, engineering, architecture, academia and software development for a series of knowledge sharing and networking events focusing on computational design at all scales.

CDFAM computational design symposium provides a unique opportunity to learn about cutting-edge technologies and techniques, and to network with leading academics and industry professionals in design, engineering and architecture at in person, two day events held around the world.

Recorded at CDFAM Computational Design Symposium, Berlin, 2024

Elissa Ross, CEO of Metafold

Infrastructure consists of the basic physical and organizational structures needed for the operation of a system. 3D printing has highlighted cracks in the foundations of the geometric infrastructure for digital manufacturing, illustrated by time-consuming workflows, bloated file sizes, and projects that can’t get off the ground or never see commercialization.

Geometric infrastructure for additive manufacturing must be optimized for ease of integration to deliver the key benefits of additive manufacturing, namely optimized designs and automated customization.

We illustrate the impact of an API-first approach to software tooling for additive manufacturing through several case studies.

Recorded at CDFAM Computational Design Symposium, Berlin, 2024

Preety Anand is an architect & computational designer with experience on working on large scale and complex projects set in diverse contexts. Her noteworthy experiences include parametrically modelling façade systems, rationalizing complex geometry and investigating on the aspect of interoperability. Her goal is to develop holistic computational design tools and workflows which continuously adjust responding to the specific needs of the phase. She is currently working as an architect and computational designer on the geometrically complex and space defining timber structure of the Zurich Airport.

The CDFAM Computational Design Symposium Series brings together leading experts from design, engineering, architecture, academia and software development for a series of knowledge sharing and networking events focusing on computational design at all scales.

Recorded at CDFAM Computational Design Symposium, Berlin, 2024

Manolis Papastavrou is the co-founder and Computational Design Lead at Metamorphic, a UK based design engineering consultancy that helps organisations innovate with Additive Manufacturing (AM). His presentation will demonstrate how the team at Metamorphic harness computational design to exploit untapped possibilities for AM in a range of technology sectors. This will be illustrated through one of their latest collaborative projects in the field of Quantum Sensing, Project QTEAM (Quantum Technologies Enabled by Additive Manufacturing). QTEAM seeks to revolutionise the design and manufacturing of ultra-high vacuum (UHV) components to enable a new “ultra-portable” phase of quantum technologies for space applications. Manolis will provide insights into Metamorphic’s design-to-manufacturing workflows and how these have been automated through purpose-built computational design scripts. We will delve into the intricacies of their design process, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the innovative solutions they’ve employed in their quest to produce a lightweight and power-efficient quantum space gravimeter prototype.