Fusion 360 with Netfabb features

Fusion 360 with Netfabb® software is available as Premium, Ultimate, and Netfabb Local Simulation. Optimize additive manufacturing processes and simulate metal additive build workflows.

3D metal printed bracket in Autodesk Netfabb showing the support structure and build summary

Automatic packing

Arrange many parts in the build space with as little space as possible, while avoiding collisions and interlocking

Additive toolpaths

Define build strategies and toolpath parameters for maximum surface quality, part density, and speed

Selective space structures

ULTIMATE ONLY

Fill solid volumes with standard or custom lattices to create unique material properties

Integrated performance analysis

ULTIMATE ONLY

Test how your optimized designs will perform using built-in Autodesk Inventor Nastran simulation

MPBF and DED

NETFABB LOCAL SIMULATION ONLY

With metal powder bed fusion (MPBF) and direct energy deposition (DED), use multiscale modeling to simulate the thermal and mechanical response of parts and help reduce build failures

Lattice optimization

ULTIMATE ONLY

Automatically verify and optimize lattice and skin elements to meet load requirements and reduce weight

Core capabilities of Netfabb

Build preparation

Import, analyze, and repair models

Import models from a variety of CAD formats and use repair tools to quickly correct errors. (video: 3 min.)


Modify models for production

Make your models production ready by adjusting wall thicknesses, smoothing rough areas, and more. (video: 2:26 min.)


Configurable build supports

Identify areas that require support and use semi-automated tools to generate support structures. (video: 1:47 min.)


Automatic packing

Use 2D and 3D packing algorithms to optimally place parts within the build volume.


Report generation

Create custom reports that include critical information for manufacturing and quoting.


Additive toolpaths

ULTIMATE ONLY
Develop build strategies and define toolpath parameters for maximum surface quality, part density, and speed.


Automation

ULTIMATE ONLY
Automate common preparation tasks including import, analysis, repair, packing, slicing, and tool pathing.


Netfabb Local Simulation

Predict the thermomechanical response of additive parts during the MPBF and DED manufacturing processes.

Simulation validation and research

STUDY

Part/powder interaction

Experimental data shows improved accuracy with the explicit modeling of loose powder and the interaction between parts.


STUDY

Support failure prediction

Netfabb simulates the delamination of the part from the region where the support structure on a component experienced failure.


STUDY

Moving source simulation

Netfabb Simulation accurately calculates temperature and distortion during the powder bed fusion process to within 5% error of the measurement.