Typical uscases for Unwrap functionality

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Dec 5, 2019

The new Unwrap tool in Autodesk Inventor 2020 solves several challenges that users often face when having to deal with geometry which can’t be unfolded using the flat pattern within sheet metal. This article covers typical examples where Unwrap tool can save time and eliminating tedious workarounds.

Sheet metal parts

Typical use cases include sheet metal geometry when nonlinear bends or punches are utilized. Prior to Inventor 2020, users had to either spend some time modifying geometry to help Inventor generate a flat pattern or use third party tools to get the unfolded shape. Within Inventor 2020 this task can be achieved with Unwrap tool, saving time and eliminating extra work.

Sheet Metal Parts

Textile components

Another area where the new Unwrap tool can be used is when generating unwrapped shapes of textiles, often used to cover structures like festival tents or soft furniture.

Textile parts

In the following video you will see how the new Unwrap tool automates process of generating unfolded shapes:

Summary

The new Unwrap tool enables workflows that were not available in earlier releases of Inventor. The users can now unfold complex geometries without reaching for to 3rd party tools. This presents huge benefit terms of time saving and simplification of workflow.


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