Technical What’s New
Solver Performance
Autodesk Inventor 2010 software uses new solver
technology to provide improved performance for
complex assembly analysis and the exploration of
multiple design variations in parametric studies�
Browser Improvements
The Dynamic Simulation browser has been updated
to be consistent with the Inventor model browser�
The browser icons are familiar and have the same
meaning� Assembly commands are available, when
applicable, from the context menus in the simulation
environment� Additionally, this synchronization exposes
the constraints that make up each joint, giving you an
immediate picture of the relationship of the constraints
and joints�
Interoperability
Autodesk Inventor 2010 software simplifies
interdisciplinary collaboration in the building sector
with simplified exchange of 3D mechanical systems data
between building systems suppliers and the building
designers�
Inventor 2010 expands an already comprehensive suite
of translators with support for CATIA V5, including
native translators that read and write files from other
CAD tools and translators for industry standard formats
such as IGES and STEP�
Shrink Wrap Assemblies
The new Shrinkwrap tool converts an assembly into
a single part file� The part file can be a solid or a
composite surface� The default setting produces a
compact composite surface file that retains all of the
colors of the original part bodies�
You can use the Shrinkwrap tool to:
• Hand off a dimensionally accurate envelope of the
assembly exterior to an architecture, engineering, and
construction partner�
• Protect intellectual property by concealing holes and
parts�
• Create an assembly that is greatly reduced in size for
use as an assembly substitute�
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