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Features
What's new in Inventor 2018
New features in Inventor® 2018 improve design workflows with increased performance, expanded interoperability and new professional-grade design tools.
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Model-based definition
Use 3D annotations to add tolerance dimensions, notes and other engineering details to the 3D model. (video: 2.13 min.)
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Top Inventor Ideas
With your help from Inventor Ideas, the Inventor experience is updated and improved every release. (video: 2.01 min.)
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Improved performance
Improvements include faster graphics interaction and faster open time for large files, speeding up the design process.
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Enhanced file support with AnyCAD
AnyCAD adds new and enhanced file support. It also allows forward compatibility for Inventor 2017 to 2018. (video: 2.20 min.)
More features
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Shape Generator
Create and evaluate high-performing design options in minutes.
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Parametric modelling
Create parameters as you sketch and dynamically size 3D objects. Focus on your design, not the interface. (video: 3.17 min.)
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3D PDF export
Create 3D documentation rich in visual and product information that anyone can view. (video: 2.08 min.)
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Work with non-native data
Maintain an associative link to non-native CAD data. (video: 2.46 min.)
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Electromechanical design
Link your Inventor and AutoCAD Electrical data. (video: 2.31 min.)
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Flexible modelling
Use the right modelling tool for every job with parametric, freeform and direct modelling tools.
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Direct modelling
Use easy push/pull controls to move, rotate, resize or scale features from imported geometries.
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Freeform modelling
Freely sculpt the shape of your design by moving points, edges and faces.
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Mechanical concept and layout design
Open DWG™ files directly inside Inventor as the basis for your 3D model.
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Plastic parts design
Design and analyse plastic parts with purpose-built tools in Inventor.
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Sheet metal design
Design complex sheet metal products that conform to your company's standards.
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Part and assembly design automation
Create reusable, configurable parts, product features or assemblies by defining variable parameters.
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Component generators and calculators
Use built-in calculators to inform the design of common joints such as welds, clamps and press fits.
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Automated tube and pipe design
Use a combination of automated tools and full-control design functions in Inventor to build tube and pipe runs.
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Cloud-based 3D design reviews
Share lightweight versions of your 3D designs in the cloud.
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Printed circuit board interoperability
Integrate your electronics and mechanical designs into a single, complete definition of your product.
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BIM interoperability
Access tools specifically created to help prepare your 3D models for use in BIM systems.
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Data management
Robust search function makes it easy to find files and quickly copy design files for use in new or derivative designs.
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Exploded views and animations
Use exploded views and animations of complex assemblies in product documentation, manuals and assembly instructions.
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Dynamic simulation
Apply forces to evaluate the motion, speed and acceleration of your design.
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Stress analysis
Run quick checks on parts or perform in-depth analysis of the entire product at any stage.
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Visualisation and rendering
Show how your product will look with visualisation and rendering tools.
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