Overview

Hexagon Virtual Assembly is a software solution designed to virtualize the assembly process across various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and electronics. By simulating assembly workflows, it enables manufacturers to predict how assemblies will respond to manufacturing processes, thereby reducing reliance on physical prototypes. This approach leads to significant cost and time savings by minimizing the prototype phase in product development. The software addresses common manufacturing challenges such as part deformation, complex tooling selection, and the integration of non-nominal parts into the assembly process.

Features and Capabilities

• Assembly Process Simulation: Simulate the entire assembly process to predict and mitigate distortions, improving overall process stability and reducing cycle times.
• Tooling Optimization: Optimize tooling designs by reducing the number of clamps and fixtures required, leading to decreased tooling costs and maintenance efforts.
• Non-Nominal Part Integration: Evaluate the impact of non-nominal parts on the assembly outcome, allowing for adjustments that ensure dimensional accuracy and product quality.
• Process Robustness Enhancement: Enhance the stability and robustness of assembly tooling and processes, resulting in higher process capability and reduced variability.
• Manufacturing Process Interaction Analysis: Predict how assemblies will respond to various manufacturing processes, enabling proactive adjustments to meet dimensional targets.
• Flexible Workflow Support: Support a variety of flexible, software-based workflows tailored to specific industry applications, facilitating seamless integration into existing systems.