THE IDEA FACTORIES

3D World speaks to those using CG software and technology to analyse, engineer and manufacture the tools of the future

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Far from the action-packed world of media and entertainment, 3D software has found a plethora of uses in the realm of engineering and manufacturing. The same tools being used to make otherworldly vistas and super-powered characters in film, TV and video games are also aiding the design and manufacture of vehicles and appliances, as well as providing everyday tasks such as building management. In an ongoing effort to showcase all corners of the CG community, 3D World spoke to some of the individuals behind these engineering innovations. They discuss their various uses of 3D software and technology, how it improves on more traditional methods, and how their respective industries could be changed by it.

SUPERCHARGING AUTOMOTIVE DESIGN

British supercar manufacturer, Briggs Automotive Company (BAC), recently teamed up with Autodesk to apply generative design methods to its design and manufacturing process. The move was made in a bid to further boost the performance of the BAC Mono, a light, high-performance, singleseater supercar. In March 2020, BAC unveiled the new-generation Mono, a product of its forays into generative design.