Description
Rivian Automotive is adapting to digital transformation by automating the setup of its prototype machining centers using Configurations in Autodesk Fusion software to improve flow and allow for adjustability in the setup of its manufacturing process. In this session, experts from Rivian and Autodesk will guide you on your journey to a more sustainable and automated approach to setting up your machining operations using Configurations. Spend more time programming your parts and less time setting them up to maximize your efficiency and reduce waste. Improve collaboration between departments by keeping a centralized, cloud-based, easy-to-use work-holding setup. See how Rivian reduces human error and rework by always simulating machining operations when using various high-end professional machining centers and expensive raw materials across multiple locations throughout the United States. Apply lessons learned in this technical instruction to save time and automate your design and manufacturing processes using configurations throughout Fusion.
Key Learnings
- Discover processes where Autodesk Fusion Configurations can automate work and save time.
- Learn how to create a configurable work-holding setup in Autodesk Fusion.
- Learn how to automate the setup of toolpath and CNC machine simulation in Autodesk Fusion.
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- MYMatthew YatesWith a manufacturing career spanning over three extraordinary decades, I am Matthew Yates, a true artisan of precision engineering. My journey through the manufacturing industry has been a dynamic exploration of diverse roles and unyielding commitment to craftsmanship and innovation. My career commenced as a summer job at Linamar, where I began by cutting off blanks on a saw, sparking my lifelong fascination with the world of manufacturing. From there, I delved into the Tool & Die industry, crafting stamping tools, gauges, and checking fixtures with meticulous precision. My entrepreneurial spirit led me to own my own business, specializing in designing and building hydraulic work holding fixtures. Later, I joined Christie Digital Systems for a remarkable 12-year stint, where I engaged in prototype machining, harnessing the power of a 5-axis Okuma VMC. Presently, I've embarked on an exciting chapter at Rivian Automotive in Plymouth, Michigan, USA, where I prototype a wide array of automotive components on cutting-edge 5-axis DMG equipment. Throughout my career, I've wielded a diverse array of CAD/CAM software, including Keycreator (Cadkey), Solidworks, Mastercam, Powermill, and my current tool of choice, Fusion 360. This software mastery has enabled me to bring intricate designs to life with unmatched precision. Having relocated from Guelph, Ontario, Canada, to Plymouth, Michigan, USA, just over a year ago, I continue to embrace new challenges and opportunities on my manufacturing journey. Beyond my professional pursuits, I find solace and joy in biking through scenic landscapes and channel my creativity into DIY home renovations. As I gaze ahead, I remain driven to push the boundaries of manufacturing innovation. My career has been a testament to my commitment to quality and precision, and I'm eager to continue shaping the future of the industry.
- JMJames MannJames is a Customer Advocacy Manager for Fusion Design and Configurations at Autodesk. He is an internal voice for customers, pushing customer feedback to the developer teams and also thoroughly uses Fusion to understand the customer point of view. He has a background in mechanical and industrial engineering with experience in the food industry. Ask James about any of the new features that have come to Fusion in the last year! If you'd rather be off topic, 3D printing, F1 or anything engineering will get him talking.
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