CLASS DETAILS

Learn the fundamental principles and recommended workflows for analyzing designs and creating dynamic simulations of mechanisms using Autodesk Inventor Professional. Students learn how to validate digital prototypes by simulating the operation of mechanisms and motorized assemblies in the Dynamic Simulation Environment. Hands-on exercises representing real-world, industry-specific design scenarios are included.

Topics Covered in this Autodesk Inventor Professional Course:

• Dynamic Simulation User interface
  • Input grapher
  • Friction joints
  • Environmental constraints
  • Output grapher
  • Using traces
• Sizing a motor
  • Introduction of joints
• Sizing a jack
  • Grouping and welding of parts
• Sizing multiple jacks
• Sizing a spring
• Simulating a sprocket chain
• Motion load transfer analysis
  • Boundary conditions
• Multiple motion load transfer

Prerequisites for this Autodesk Inventor Professional Course:
Students should have completed an Autodesk Inventor Introduction to Modeling course. Students should also have a solid understanding of Frame Generator and Weldments found in the Autodesk Inventor Advanced Assembly Modeling course and have a working knowledge of the following:

• Complex assembly design using Autodesk Inventor
• Foundational Understanding of Finite Element Analysis and Kinematic Motion
• Mechanical engineering or engineering analysis principles

Course description shown for Autodesk Inventor Professional 2026.
Topics, curriculum, and/or prerequisites may change depending on software version.