PTC Creo Generative Design
Deliver your best designs in less time.
Overview
Creo Generative Design is a capability within the PTC Creo 3D CAD software. It includes two main components: the Generative Topology Optimization (GTO) extension and the cloud-based Generative Design Extension (GDX). GTO helps engineers quickly generate optimized designs based on constraints and objectives. GDX leverages the cloud to run multiple studies simultaneously with different materials and manufacturing processes, allowing for rapid exploration of a wider design space. The technology is based on PTC's acquisition of Frustum.
✨ Key Features
- Generative Topology Optimization (GTO)
- Cloud-based Generative Design Extension (GDX)
- AI-driven design exploration
- Integration with Creo Parametric
- Support for multiple manufacturing constraints (additive and traditional)
- Real-time simulation and results visualization
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep integration within the Creo parametric environment
- Cloud-powered extension (GDX) for massive parallel computation
- Seamless conversion of generative results into B-rep geometry
Unique Value: Empowers engineers to create superior, innovative products faster by automating the design process and exploring a vast range of possibilities directly within their primary CAD tool.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Generating optimized CAD models directly within the Creo environment.
- Running multiple design scenarios in the cloud to find the best option.
- Creating designs optimized for specific manufacturing processes like 3D printing or casting.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Users not already in the PTC Creo ecosystem.
- Simple design tasks that do not benefit from optimization.
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike standalone tools, its deep integration into Creo avoids the need for data import/export and allows for an uninterrupted parametric workflow, from optimization to final design.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies by support package tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
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