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  • Autodesk Makes Generative Design a Reality

    John Snow

    An Autodesk research project has successfully demonstrated GenAI for 3D geometry, automatically creating 3D models from text prompts and/or 2D images (sketches and drawings). This represents the next phase of generative design and sets the stage for industrial design and engineering to move beyond...

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    This IDC Tech Buyer Presentation analyzes how utilities from different subindustries and segments of the value chain are adopting digital twins. In particular, it explores drivers, challenges, adoption trends, business benefits, use cases, and technology capabilities for digital twins. It also...

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