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What is industrial design software?
Industrial design software helps users create, analyze, visualize, and communicate design intent and aesthetics before building a physical prototype. Many of the everyday products we use have been designed through industrial design software, from tablets to headphones to cars.
Types of 3D modeling used in industrial design
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POLYGONAL MODELING
Polygonal modeling software is used in industrial design for concept modeling and is useful for quick ideation.
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SURFACE MODELING
Surface modeling software is used widely across industrial design and lets designers create and adjust freeform 3D surfaces with high precision.
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SOLID MODELING
Solid modeling software is used to create 3D models, assemblies, and drawings.
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PARAMETRIC MODELING
With parametric modeling, you can change parameters in the software, altering the shape of the design based on those values.
Featured industrial design software
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Industrial design and 3D CAD software for product development
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Industrial design software for sketching, concept modeling, and surfacing
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Cloud-based 3D CAD/CAM/CAE software for industrial and product design
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3D modeling, animation, visualization, and rendering software
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3D creation tool for animation, motion graphics, and character creation
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3D virtual prototyping software for automotive design
How is industrial design software used?
Astro Studios
See how San Francisco–based industrial design company Astro Studios designed its Minus 8 watches and even its packaging with Alias.
Radical Transport
See how Dallas startup Radical Transport developed its electrical rideable, the Moov, with the help of Inventor.
Scriba customer video
A different type of stylus for the sketcher/designer/artist of today. Follow the journey of Scriba from an idea to a viable product, thanks to Fusion 360.
Product Design & Manufacturing Collection
Make anything with our best Inventor, with integrated tools for advanced simulation and 5-axis CAM. Collection also includes access to Fusion 360, helping you get on the path to the future of making things with our cloud-based product innovation platform.
Industrial design resources
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Use these foundation tutorials to explore the world of industrial and car design using the powerful set of tools in Alias.
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Whether you’re just getting to know Inventor or are a seasoned 3D CAD user, check out these tutorials to see how you can put Inventor to work for you.
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Experience the power of cloud-based 3D CAD. Learn 3D modeling and 3D printing with beginning and advanced tutorials.
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Learn about industrial designer and design-studio owner Danielle Trofe, the award-winning Mush-Lume innovator.
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Find out how Hack Rod founding partner Felix Holst capitalized on professional detours to create a successful industrial design career.