Design Tools

Design Smarter, Faster, and More Efficiently with Ansys Discovery

Empower your design process with intuitive modeling, parametric optimization, and seamless integration across simulation domains — turning ideas into validated, manufacturable products faster than ever.

Ansys Design Tools provide engineers with powerful solutions for geometry creation, CAD integration, and design exploration. From concept to simulation-ready models, streamline workflows, automate iterations, and optimize performance early in the design phase. Achieve innovation with accuracy, speed, and reduced development costs.

Ansys Discovery – Real-Time 3D Simulation and Design Exploration Tool

Overview:
Ansys Discovery combines interactive geometry modeling with real-time physics simulation, allowing engineers to explore design concepts and instantly see the impact of changes. It supports structural, thermal, and fluid flow analyses in one intuitive environment, enabling rapid iterations and early design validation. By integrating direct modeling with high-fidelity Ansys solvers, Discovery bridges the gap between concept design and detailed simulation—reducing development cycles and enhancing innovation.

Used for:
Design engineers, product developers, and simulation analysts involved in early-stage design exploration and optimization.
Key Benefit:
Accelerates design decisions through real-time simulation feedback, enabling faster innovation and reduced prototyping costs.

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License Tiers – Flexibility for Every Designer

Ansys Discovery is available in three license tiers — Pro, Premium, and Enterprise — designed to meet the needs of engineers from concept modeling to advanced multiphysics simulation.

Ansys Discovery Pro → Ideal for quick concept exploration and real-time physics simulation, enabling engineers to visualize design performance instantly during the early design phase.

Ansys Discovery Premium → Adds advanced capabilities for detailed structural, thermal, and fluid analysis, helping teams refine designs with greater accuracy and efficiency.

Ansys Discovery Enterprise → The full-feature suite integrating complete multiphysics simulation, automated workflows, and enterprise-level collaboration for end-to-end digital product development.

Key Benefit: Whether you’re validating early design ideas or performing high-fidelity Multiphysics simulations, Ansys Discovery offers the right tier to match your project’s complexity and scale.

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Highlights of Ansys Design Tools

Parametric and Direct Modeling

Create and modify complex 3D geometries with precision using intuitive parametric or direct modeling approaches.

Key Capabilities:

Feature-based and history-free modeling

Geometry cleanup and repair tools for simulation readiness

Integration with CAD systems for seamless design transfer

Benefits:

Reduce modeling time and rework

Improve simulation accuracy with clean, high-quality geometry

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Automated Design Exploration

Accelerate innovation by testing multiple design variants efficiently.

Key Capabilities

Built-in parameterization and optimization

Instant feedback through real-time physics evaluation

Direct link to simulation tools like Mechanical and Fluent

Benefits

Discover optimal designs faster

Reduce dependency on physical prototypes

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Multiphysics-Ready Design Environment

 Design products with performance-driven insights across multiple physics domains.

Key Capabilities

Support for structural, thermal, and flow coupling

Simplified setup for complex multiphysics studies

Unified interface with simulation workflows

Benefits

Enable better design decisions early

Shorten time from concept to validated product

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CAD-to-Simulation Connectivity

Ensure a seamless digital thread between design and analysis environments.

Key Capabilities

Bi-directional CAD synchronization

Geometry parameter linking with Ansys Workbench and Discovery

Automated updates for design changes

Benefits

Maintain design integrity

Minimize manual file handling and version conflicts

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Applications Across Industries

Ansys Design Tools support industries including aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, and industrial machinery — from conceptual modeling to final validation.

At SolidTrust Technologies, we help teams design smarter, faster, and more collaboratively using Ansys Design and CAD-integrated solutions.

 

Relevant FAQs 

Can Ansys Design Tools support parametric modeling? +

Yes, you can quickly create and modify geometry with full parametric control for design iterations.

Are these tools integrated with Ansys Workbench? +

Absolutely — all geometry and parameters transfer seamlessly for simulation setup.

Can I import CAD models from other software? +

Yes, most major CAD formats (SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, Creo, etc.) are fully supported.

Does it support automated design optimization? +

Yes, you can run sensitivity, DOE, and optimization studies directly within the design interface.

How does it help reduce geometry cleanup time? +

With direct editing and defeaturing tools, engineers can prepare simulation-ready models faster

Can multiple engineers collaborate on a design? +

Yes, shared parametric data and cloud integration enable real-time collaboration.

Does it link with simulation tools for rapid prototyping? +

Yes, designs can be instantly validated through connected simulation workflows in Workbench.

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